RBS 23 BAMSE

The Bamse Automatic Command-to-Line-Of-Sight (ACLOS) missile system is one of few systems in the world today that has been developed as a dedicated ground-based air-defence missile system. It is deseigned and manufactured by Saab Dynamics.

The philosophy is to have a number of fully co-ordinated firing units that together create the system’s ground coverage of more than 1,500 km2, the unique altitude coverage of 15,000 m and a range out to 20 km.

Unique coverage
Long-range/high-altitude surveillance is no match for Bamse, which provides a large protected volume to high altitude. ==All-target capability ==

Bamse, you are protected against a wide variety of modern threats, including stealth and small targets.

Features
The all-target, all-weather Bamse system is designed to counter modern threats, which besides bombers and fighter-bombers, also includes stand-off weapons, UAVs and other small targets that will constitute ever greater threats in the future. The Bamse system combines modern advanced technology and the company's more than 50 years’ experience in air-defence systems, missiles and radars, into a powerful and cost-effective air-defence system.

Unique capabilities

 * 24-hour, all-weather capability in ECM environment
 * Long-range/high-altitude surveillance
 * Large protected volume to high altitude
 * Accurate 3D target designation from radar
 * Optimised C4I Network function

Fast and lethal

 * Very short reaction and engagement times
 * All missiles reloaded in less than 5 min (1 missile reloaded in 1 min)
 * High detection and kill probability against targets ranging from large transport aircraft, fighter-bombers and UAVs to air-to-ground missiles and stealth-type targets (low radar signature)
 * High capability against multiple attacks
 * High level of tactical and strategic mobility

Efficient support and operation

 * Embedded simulators for easy handling and training
 * Operation with a minimum of qualified personnel
 * Minimised logistical support
 * Long serviceable life with low life-cycle cost, with a missile life exceeding 30 years
 * High redundancy