| Overhead Weapons Station (OWS) | |
| Origin: | Israel |
| Type: | Remote Weapon System |
| Is Ranged: | yes |
| Is Artillery: | yes |
| Used By: | Israel Defense Forces |
| Designer: | Rafael Advanced Defense Systems |
| Manufacturer: | Rafael Advanced Defense Systems |
| Variants: | OWS-25, OWS-25R |
| Weight: | 200kg (7.62mm model) 140kg (12.7mm model) |
| Caliber: | 7.62mm, 12.7mm, 25mm |
| Elevation: | -20 to 60 |
| Traverse: | 360 |
The Rafael Overhead Weapon Station is a remote weapon station developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems in cooperation with the Israel Defense Forces. It has been superseded by the Rafael Samson Remote Controlled Weapon Station (RCWS).[1] However, the larger Rafael OWS-25 and OWS-25R models are still in production.
The OWS is used on:[2]
OWS-25 – carries 25 mm auto cannon, 7.62 mm coaxial machine gun and smoke grenade launchers.[3]
OWS-25R – carries 25 mm auto cannon, 2 anti-tank missiles and 7.62 mm coaxial machine gun.[4] The Rafael OWS-25R adds 1000kg (2,000lb) to a vehicle's weight.