FZ to showcase FZ rocket system 2.75”/70mm during Defexpo 2016

At the upcoming Defexpo 2016 held in Goa end of March (28th to 31st March 2016), Forges the Zeebrugge, a 100% affiliate of Thales Group is showcasing a cross-section of its rocket systems 70mm/2.75" solutions for modern armed forces at Thales booth.

They encompass not only system solutions for air-to-ground 70mm unguided conventional rockets. The Laser Guided Rocket FZ275 LGR will also be showcased eyeing the requirements of different helicopter programs currently in India.

The advantage of the laser guidance is its precision to minimise collateral damage. FZ275 LGR will reach a hit-target ability with less than one meter (CEP<1m). Due to the Joint Fire Support Team marking the target even moving vehicles progressing at a speed up to 60km/h can be destroyed.

The maximum operational range for laser guided rocket FZ275LGR is rougly 6 km.

FZ has a longstanding footprint in India and is recognised as a trusted partner of the Indian Army, Indian Air Force and Indian Navy.