DESCRIPCIÓN DEL SISTEMA
The CARDOM 10 (Computerized Autonomous Recoil mortar DOM) is a 120mm autonomous mortar system developed by Elbit Systems and integrated into APC or IFV platforms. Denmark integrates CARDOM into its Piranha V APCs, providing organic fire support at battalion level. The system can fire 6 rounds in under a minute with full GPS-aided navigation and automatic laying.
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Elbit CARDOM Autonomous Mortar - Elbit Systems (Israel)
VENTAJAS
- Fully autonomous operation allows crew to remain inside APC under armor
- Rapid 6 rounds/minute fire rate for quick fire missions
- GPS-aided navigation allows firing on-the-move
- Shoot-and-scoot capability within seconds after last round
- Organic battalion-level fire support reduces dependency on artillery
DESVENTAJAS
- 8.5 km max range limits engagement of deep targets
- Dependent on host vehicle (Piranha V) availability
- Complex integration requires specialized maintenance
- Limited ammunition stowage within vehicle
ESPECIFICACIONES TÉCNICAS
CALIBER120mm Smoothbore
MOUNTINGIntegrated Into Piranha V APC Turret Ring
MAX RANGE8,500 M Standard / 13,000 M Extended (RAAM Shells)
MIN RANGE100 M
AUTOMATIONFully Autonomous Loading, Laying, And Firing
RATE OF FIRE6 Rounds/Min
CREW REQUIRED0 For Unmanned Operation (Fire Control From Inside)
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