Goalkeeper Close-in Weapon System

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Sunday, October 18, 2020 - 07:43 PM UTC

RPG has shared design images of their latest model, a Goalkeeper close-in weapon system.

The Goalkeeper is a Dutch close-in weapon system (CIWS) introduced in 1979. It is an autonomous and completely automatic weapon system for short-range defence of ships against highly manoeuvrable missiles, aircraft and fast-manoeuvering surface vessels.

The main armament is a GAU-8/A Avenger 30 mm seven-barrel Gatling gun with seven barrels allowing to fire 70 rounds/second (4,200 rounds/minute).

(information from wikipedia)

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Comments

weesiep

I know of at least one local Dutch football club that employs this system in its intended role. Very effective.

OCT 19, 2020 - 02:10 AM

mligthart

Wish my local team (Excelsior) would employ one, already 16 goals conceded in only 8 matches....Can you imagine this system actually on the goalline targetting the ball!? But regarding this model: very interesting and original subject, think I will purchase one!

OCT 19, 2020 - 05:28 AM

HermannB

Here in Germany we call it Manuel Neuer....

OCT 19, 2020 - 05:58 AM

barkingdigger

Way back when they were designing the Sgt York, one of the contenders mounted the GAU-8 in a turret on the M48 hull. Even if it wasn't used in the AA role, it would have made an awesome bunker-basher!

OCT 19, 2020 - 06:24 AM