BAE Systems Australia’s VANTAGE Automated Turret System (ATS), a key component of the ATLAS Combat Capability Vehicle (CCV), has successfully passed live fire trials in Slovenia, showcasing its high accuracy and operational versatility. The testing confirmed the turret’s exceptional firing precision at ranges up to 750 meters, with consistent tight groupings and reliable target engagement. The VANTAGE ATS was mounted on a Slovenian Army Patria AMV for the trials, demonstrating its adaptability to various vehicle platforms, including both crewed and uncrewed systems. Developed in collaboration with Slovenia-based Valhalla Turrets, the system underscores BAE Systems’ commitment to delivering modular and cost-effective solutions for modern combat vehicles.
“We’ve come away from this test firing knowing that the VANTAGE ATS fires accurately and performs exceedingly well, demonstrating excellent performance, offering our customers the ability to integrate VANTAGE with a range of crewed and uncrewed platforms, and offering a lower acquisition cost through the adaptive reuse of legacy cannons already in service. Also, we’ve seen the performance of VANTAGE successfully verified during the conduct of the Factory Acceptance Testing period,” Director of Integrated Defence and Autonomy Systems at BAE Systems Australia, Kisa Christensen, said.
The VANTAGE ATS features a compact, low-profile design and is equipped with a 25mm M242 Bushmaster chain gun, enabling the reuse of cannons currently in service with platforms like the ALSAV and Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicles. This approach reduces procurement costs while simplifying logistics through compatibility with established supply chains for ammunition, spare parts, and training programs. A standout feature of the VANTAGE ATS is its integration with BAE Systems Australia’s passive Multi-Spectral Automatic Target Detection, Tracking, and Classification System (ATTCS). This advanced technology enhances automation, reduces operator workload, and enables a single user to control multiple systems simultaneously. ATTCS also minimizes detection risks and shortens target engagement times, providing a tactical edge in dynamic combat scenarios.
Following its global debut at the Land Forces 2024 exhibition, the ATLAS CCV and VANTAGE ATS are being positioned for a variety of roles, including direct fire support, combat reconnaissance, obstacle clearance, and very short-range air defense. The turret will now be transported back to Australia for re-integration with the ATLAS CCV, where further dynamic and subsystem testing will ensure its readiness for deployment. With its proven performance, modular design, and cost-effective approach, the VANTAGE ATS represents a significant advancement in automated turret technology, offering militaries worldwide a versatile and reliable solution for modern battlefield challenges.
