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Nefer Unmanned Weapon Station

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The NEFER Unmanned Stabilized Weapon System, developed by ASELSAN, is a remotely controlled and stabilized weapon system designed for modern armored combat vehicles and tactical land platforms. This system aims to provide an effective solution, particularly against armored ground targets.


Nefer entegre edilmiş tank görseli (AA)

Design and Compatibility

NEFER is designed to be integrated into 6x6 and 8x8 tracked or wheeled land vehicles. Its compatibility with various calibers of both NATO and Russian-origin weapons allows it to meet different operational requirements. This flexibility makes the system suitable for a wide range of users and mission profiles.

Weapon Systems

Primary Weapon Options:

  • 30mm MK44 Automatic Cannon
  • 30mm 2A42 Automatic Cannon
  • 25mm M242 Automatic Cannon
  • 25mm KBA Automatic Cannon
  • 25mm M811 Automatic Cannon

Secondary Weapon Options:

  • 12.7mm M2 Machine Gun
  • 12.7mm NSV Machine Gun
  • 7.62mm FN MAG58 / M240 Machine Gun
  • 7.62mm PKT Machine Gun

These weapon options enable NEFER to operate effectively in various missions and threat levels.

Technical Specifications

  • Stabilization Capability: Ability to fire on the move and engage moving targets
  • Observation Capability: Effective vision in both day and night conditions
  • Target Tracking: Automatic target detection and tracking
  • Ballistic Computation: Enhanced hit probability through automatic ballistic calculation
  • Laser Rangefinder: Accurate distance measurement to the target
  • Fire Control: Computer-based fire control functions
  • Ammunition Management: Round counting and low ammunition warning
  • Ammunition Loading: Ammunition loading under armor protection
  • Operating Temperature: From -32°C to +55°C
  • Compliance with Standards: Compatible with MIL-STD-461E for EMI/EMC and MIL-STD-810F for environmental conditions
  • Armor Protection: STANAG 4569 Level 2 armor protection
  • Integration: Capability to integrate with external sensors and fire control systems

Physical Characteristics

  • Weight: Less than 1800 kg (including 25mm cannon, armor, and ammunition)
  • Height: Less than 70 cm
  • Ammunition Capacity:
  • 30mm: 200 rounds
  • 25mm: 240 rounds
  • 12.7mm: 100 rounds
  • 7.62mm: 500 rounds

Operational Use and Integration

The NEFER system is actively used in the modernization projects of Armored Combat Vehicles (ACVs) by the Turkish Armed Forces. Within this scope, NEFER turret systems integrated into ACVs enhance the vehicles' firepower and situational awareness, thereby increasing their effectiveness on the battlefield.


The NEFER Unmanned Stabilized Weapon System is a flexible and integrable weapon platform designed to meet modern combat requirements. With its advanced technological features and compatibility with various weapon systems, it offers an effective solution for both national and international defense needs.


Bibliographies

ASELSAN Konya. NEFER Unmanned Stabilized Weapon System. Accessed May 13, 2025. https://aselsankonya.com/tr/ne-yapiyoruz/sarp-10025.

SavunmaTR. “Modernized ACVs Empowered with Unmanned Turret Systems.” SavunmaTR, September 5, 2023. Accessed May 13, 2025. https://www.savunmatr.com/modernize-zmalar-insansiz-kule-sistemleri-ile-guclendiriliyor.

Savunma Sanayii Dergilik. “NEFER Unmanned Stabilized Weapon System.” Savunma Sanayii Dergilik. Accessed May 13, 2025. https://www.savunmasanayiidergilik.com/tr/HaberDergilik/NEFER-insansiz-Stabilize-Kule-Sistemi.

Yıldırım, Göksel. “Turkish Armored Vehicles to Be Equipped with NEFER.” Anadolu Agency, January 2, 2020. Accessed May 14, 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/bilim-teknoloji/turk-zirhlilari-nefer-kusanacak/1690056.

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