FN DEFNDER LIGHT
The FN® DEFNDER® Light is a compact, lightweight remote weapon station designed to deliver stabilized, precision firepower with enhanced operator protection. Engineered for mobility and modularity, it supports a range of compatible weapon systems while maintaining a low profile and reduced system weight.
Featuring advanced sighting and fire control integration, the DEFNDER Light provides accurate target engagement and reliable performance across vehicle and static platform applications in demanding environments.
MINIMI, MAG
Weapons
-60°; +80°
Elevation Angles
< 530mm
Height
100 kg
Weight
Specifications
Construction
The FN DEFNDER® Light is a lightweight remotely-operated weapon station that integrates rugged mounting hardware, stabilized actuators, and day/night optics to support FN Herstal machine guns up to 7.62 mm while keeping the operator protected under armour.
Key Features
Designed for self-defense, infantry support, and perimeter protection, it offers 24/7 day/night capability, gyroscopic stabilization, wide elevation/depression angles, laser rangefinding with ballistic calculation, target tracking, round counting, and modular weapon/sensor integration.
Maintenance
Maintenance focuses on regular inspection and servicing of the remote station’s mechanical mounts, actuators, optics and sensor systems, lubrication of moving parts, and periodic functional tests per manufacturer guidelines to ensure reliable remote firing performance. (Based on standard FN Herstal RWS support practices)