The NEFER Unmanned Stabilized Turret System has been designed in response to the increasing threat density and multi-domain engagement requirements of contemporary land warfare. The system features a modular architecture suitable for integration on tracked vehicles as well as 6×6 and 8×8 wheeled armored platforms. Its primary operational role is to deliver continuous, accurate firepower against ground targets while keeping the crew safely under armor.

From a doctrinal and operational perspective, NEFER is optimized for convoy protection, area control, urban operations, border security, and forward base defense. Its remotely controlled and fully stabilized structure allows effective target engagement while both the host vehicle and the target are in motion. This capability significantly reduces reaction time in asymmetric warfare and sudden contact scenarios.

The platform architecture consists of an electro-optical sensor suite, a fire control computer, stabilized drive units, and an operator control console. The combination of a daylight camera, thermal imager, and laser rangefinder enables reliable target detection and identification under all weather and lighting conditions. Automatic ballistic computation and target tracking functions reduce operator workload and increase first-round hit probability.

Survivability is addressed through two main principles: keeping the crew under armor and providing ballistic protection for the turret itself. NEFER can be configured with up to STANAG 4569 Level 2 ballistic protection. Secure ammunition stowage and an armored loading concept reduce the risk of secondary damage during combat.

NEFER supports the integration of various main guns and coaxial machine guns in different calibers. This versatility allows effective engagement of a wide range of targets, from lightly armored vehicles to dismounted personnel. Its open architecture enables integration with external command-and-control systems and vehicle mission computers, ensuring compatibility with network-enabled warfare concepts.

Against modern threats, NEFER’s key advantages include stabilized fire, sensor fusion, and high integration flexibility. Its limitations are mainly related to ammunition capacity—dependent on the host platform—and lower armor levels compared to heavier manned turret systems.

Detailed Technical Information

Dimensions and Weight

• Vary depending on configuration and integrated weapon system
• Exact values differ by platform and are not fully disclosed in open sources

Power System

• Vehicle-powered electro-mechanical drive system
• Redundant power architecture (details not publicly disclosed)

Performance

• Full stabilization in two axes
• Accurate fire while moving and against moving targets
• Reaction time: not publicly disclosed

Sensors and Detection

• High-resolution daylight camera
• Thermal imager (mid-wave or long-wave IR, configuration dependent)
• Laser rangefinder

Target Detection and Tracking

• Automatic target tracking
• Image-processing-assisted tracking
• Number of simultaneously tracked targets: not publicly disclosed

Engagement and Fire Control

• Computerized fire control system
• Automatic ballistic computation
• Precision engagement based on laser range data

Weapons and Ammunition

• Compatibility with NATO and Russian-origin medium-caliber cannons
• Coaxial machine gun integration
• Ammunition counter and low-ammunition warning system

Command, Control, and Data Links

• Integration with vehicle mission computers
• Compatibility with external C2 systems (details not publicly disclosed)

Electronic and Environmental Compliance

• MIL-STD-461E (EMI/EMC)
• MIL-STD-810F environmental standards

Operating Conditions

• Temperature range: -32°C to +55°C

Deployment and Mobility

• Suitable for 6×6, 8×8 wheeled and tracked armored vehicles
• Vehicle-mounted, permanently integrated system

Crew and Operation

• Operated remotely by a single operator
• Crew remains fully under armor during operation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NEFER used for?

• NEFER provides stabilized, remotely controlled firepower for armored vehicles. It allows crews to engage targets without exposing themselves, significantly improving survivability.

What types of targets can it engage?

• Depending on the integrated weapon, NEFER is effective against personnel, light vehicles, and medium armored targets.

Can it fire while the vehicle is moving?

• Yes. Thanks to its two-axis stabilization and advanced fire control system, NEFER can accurately engage targets while on the move.

Does it have night combat capability?

• Yes. The integrated thermal imager and laser rangefinder enable full night and adverse-weather operation.

Is it mobile or fixed?

• NEFER is a vehicle-mounted system that offers high tactical mobility together with stabilized firepower.

What are its equivalents?

• Comparable systems include Samson, Protector, and MCT-30 class remote weapon stations. NEFER stands out with its weapon compatibility and national system integration advantages.

Sources

• ASELSAN official product information and brochures
• ASELSAN presentations at international defense exhibitions (IDEF, Eurosatory)
• Publicly available technical datasheets and press releases