Rheinmetall’s AHEAD (Advanced Hit Effective Air Defence) 35mm Ammunition
The AHEAD 35mm ammunition is an advanced air defense round developed by the German defense company Rheinmetall. It is designed to provide highly effective protection against aerial threats such as aircraft, helicopters, drones, and cruise missiles.
Key features of the AHEAD 35mm ammunition:
- Advanced Projectile Design: The projectile contains a programmable time fuse and a tungsten-alloy subprojectile payload. This allows the round to detonate at the optimal distance from the target, maximizing the damage inflicted.
- Programmable Time Fuse: The fuse can be programmed to detonate the round at a precise point in its trajectory, enabling it to intercept fast-moving airborne targets.
- Tungsten Subprojectiles: The payload consists of a large number of small, high-density tungsten subprojectiles. This dense cloud of subprojectiles increases the probability of hits against agile aerial targets.
- Increased Lethality: The combination of the programmable fuse and tungsten subprojectiles results in a very high kill probability against a wide range of aerial threats.
- Integration with Fire Control Systems: The AHEAD 35mm ammunition can be integrated with advanced fire control systems, allowing for automated target tracking and engagement.
The AHEAD 35mm ammunition has been adopted by several countries for use in their air defense systems, providing a potent and versatile solution for protecting against modern aerial threats. Its advanced features make it a valuable asset in the modern battlefield.
