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At the Military Institute of Armament Technology (WITU) training range in Zielonka, a demonstration was held of the MSBS Grot C14 FB-A3 carbine and Grot 7.62N rifle integrated with Smart Shooter SMASH 3000 computerized reflex sights supplied by Mildat.
At the Military Institute of Armament Technology (WITU) training range in Zielonka, a demonstration was held of the MSBS Grot C14 FB-A3 carbine and Grot 7.62N rifle integrated with Smart Shooter SMASH 3000 computerized reflex sights supplied by Mildat.
At the Military Institute of Armament Technology (WITU) training range in Zielonka, a demonstration was held of the MSBS Grot C14 FB-A3 carbine and Grot 7.62N rifle integrated with Smart Shooter SMASH 3000 computerized reflex sights supplied by Mildat.

MILMAG,

October 9, 2026

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Smart Shooter awarded a 36-month, single-award indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract by the U.S. Department of War’s Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401), with a maximum ordering ceiling of up to $150 million.
Smart Shooter awarded a 36-month, single-award indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract by the U.S. Department of War’s Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401), with a maximum ordering ceiling of up to $150 million.
Smart Shooter awarded a 36-month, single-award indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract by the U.S. Department of War’s Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401), with a maximum ordering ceiling of up to $150 million.

U.S. Army,

Sept 29, 2026

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Shane Watts, 51st Security Forces Squadron commander, aims a rifle equipped with a Smart Shooter SMASH optic during Exercise Dragon Flight at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 6, 2026. The Smart Shooter rifle is equipped with a Smash 2000 optic designed to make rifles more accurate and lethal for drones and rotary wing aircraft to effectively take out a target in a single shot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)
Soldiers with the 35th Air Defense Brigade used the AN/TWQ Avenger system while Marines with the 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion used Stinger man-portable missiles with Smart Shooter SMASH optics, according to the release.
Soldiers with the 35th Air Defense Brigade used the AN/TWQ Avenger system while Marines with the 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion used Stinger man-portable missiles with Smart Shooter SMASH optics, according to the release.
Soldiers with the 35th Air Defense Brigade used the AN/TWQ Avenger system while Marines with the 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion used Stinger man-portable missiles with Smart Shooter SMASH optics, according to the release.

Air&Space Forces,

Aug 20, 2026

Justin Taylor
Watch Justin Taylor break down how the SMASH works, why militaries are looking at smart optics for counter-drone defense, and how rifles equipped with systems like this compare with shotguns and other last-line defenses against drones.
Watch Justin Taylor break down how the SMASH works, why militaries are looking at smart optics for counter-drone defense, and how rifles equipped with systems like this compare with shotguns and other last-line defenses against drones.
Watch Justin Taylor break down how the SMASH works, why militaries are looking at smart optics for counter-drone defense, and how rifles equipped with systems like this compare with shotguns and other last-line defenses against drones.

Justin Taylor,

Aug 14, 2026

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מיכל מור, מייסדת ומנכ”לית סמארט שוטר, מספרת איך הפכה כוונת חכמה לחברה ציבורית שנסחרת בשווי של כ-14 מיליארד שקל, ולמה בסופו של דבר ההחלטה על מי לירות תמיד תישאר אצל הלוחם ולא אצל המכונה
מיכל מור, מייסדת ומנכ”לית סמארט שוטר, מספרת איך הפכה כוונת חכמה לחברה ציבורית שנסחרת בשווי של כ-14 מיליארד שקל, ולמה בסופו של דבר ההחלטה על מי לירות תמיד תישאר אצל הלוחם ולא אצל המכונה
מיכל מור, מייסדת ומנכ”לית סמארט שוטר, מספרת איך הפכה כוונת חכמה לחברה ציבורית שנסחרת בשווי של כ-14 מיליארד שקל, ולמה בסופו של דבר ההחלטה על מי לירות תמיד תישאר אצל הלוחם ולא אצל המכונה

כלכליסט,

July 21, 2026

SMASH CUAS systems
A $3.4 million follow-on contract from the US Marine Corps underscores the growing demand for Smart Shooter’s troop-level counter-drone solutions across the US armed forces.
A $3.4 million follow-on contract from the US Marine Corps underscores the growing demand for Smart Shooter’s troop-level counter-drone solutions across the US armed forces.
A $3.4 million follow-on contract from the US Marine Corps underscores the growing demand for Smart Shooter’s troop-level counter-drone solutions across the US armed forces.

Breaking Defense,

June 29, 2026

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Smart Shooter has secured a 5.8-million new shekel ($1.9-million) contract to provide its SMASH Hopper remote-controlled weapon stations to the Israel Ministry of Defense.
Smart Shooter has secured a 5.8-million new shekel ($1.9-million) contract to provide its SMASH Hopper remote-controlled weapon stations to the Israel Ministry of Defense.
Smart Shooter has secured a 5.8-million new shekel ($1.9-million) contract to provide its SMASH Hopper remote-controlled weapon stations to the Israel Ministry of Defense.

The Defense Post,

June 19, 2026

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Smart Shooter has secured a follow‑on contract with the US Marine Corps for its SMASH 2000LE fire‑control systems, expanding the Israeli company’s footprint across American defense organizations amid rising demand for counter‑drone technology.
Smart Shooter has secured a follow‑on contract with the US Marine Corps for its SMASH 2000LE fire‑control systems, expanding the Israeli company’s footprint across American defense organizations amid rising demand for counter‑drone technology.
Smart Shooter has secured a follow‑on contract with the US Marine Corps for its SMASH 2000LE fire‑control systems, expanding the Israeli company’s footprint across American defense organizations amid rising demand for counter‑drone technology.

JPost,

June 9, 2026

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Smart Shooter secured its first U.S. Navy contract on June 1, 2026, worth $1.8 million for SMASH 2000LE fire control systems, with delivery expected in H2 2026.
Smart Shooter secured its first U.S. Navy contract on June 1, 2026, worth $1.8 million for SMASH 2000LE fire control systems, with delivery expected in H2 2026.
Smart Shooter secured its first U.S. Navy contract on June 1, 2026, worth $1.8 million for SMASH 2000LE fire control systems, with delivery expected in H2 2026.

Defence Blog,

June 1, 2026

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 בזמן שרחפני הנפץ מלבנון ממשיכים להטריד את הכוחות בשטח וצה”ל גורר רגליים במציאת מענה רשמי, הלוחמים נאלצים לאלתר פתרונות בשטח. במקביל, מתברר שבשוק הפרטי בישראל כבר קיימות טכנולוגיות מתקדמות שיכולות לספק פתרון מיידי ומציל חיים
 בזמן שרחפני הנפץ מלבנון ממשיכים להטריד את הכוחות בשטח וצה”ל גורר רגליים במציאת מענה רשמי, הלוחמים נאלצים לאלתר פתרונות בשטח. במקביל, מתברר שבשוק הפרטי בישראל כבר קיימות טכנולוגיות מתקדמות שיכולות לספק פתרון מיידי ומציל חיים
 בזמן שרחפני הנפץ מלבנון ממשיכים להטריד את הכוחות בשטח וצה”ל גורר רגליים במציאת מענה רשמי, הלוחמים נאלצים לאלתר פתרונות בשטח. במקביל, מתברר שבשוק הפרטי בישראל כבר קיימות טכנולוגיות מתקדמות שיכולות לספק פתרון מיידי ומציל חיים

כאן 11,

May 26, 2026

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The Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMOD) has entered into a purchase agreement with Smart Shooter for the delivery of SMASH Hopper lightweight remote-controlled weapon stations, alongside spare parts and associated services.
The Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMOD) has entered into a purchase agreement with Smart Shooter for the delivery of SMASH Hopper lightweight remote-controlled weapon stations, alongside spare parts and associated services.
The Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMOD) has entered into a purchase agreement with Smart Shooter for the delivery of SMASH Hopper lightweight remote-controlled weapon stations, alongside spare parts and associated services.

Army Technology,

May 21, 2026

Project Fly Trap
The Army confirmed a large order of SMASH 2000LE drone-tracking smart scopes. Mounted on a soldier’s rifle, the device can track and target drones as they fly.
The Army confirmed a large order of SMASH 2000LE drone-tracking smart scopes. Mounted on a soldier’s rifle, the device can track and target drones as they fly.
The Army confirmed a large order of SMASH 2000LE drone-tracking smart scopes. Mounted on a soldier’s rifle, the device can track and target drones as they fly.

Task & Purpose,

May 15, 2026

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As Israeli troops are increasingly targeted by small, first-person-view (FPV) drones in Lebanon, the Israeli government has called on the nation’s defense industry to quickly provide troops with effective defenses.
As Israeli troops are increasingly targeted by small, first-person-view (FPV) drones in Lebanon, the Israeli government has called on the nation’s defense industry to quickly provide troops with effective defenses.
As Israeli troops are increasingly targeted by small, first-person-view (FPV) drones in Lebanon, the Israeli government has called on the nation’s defense industry to quickly provide troops with effective defenses.

Breaking Defense,

May 14, 2026

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As Hezbollah deploys maneuverable, jam‑proof drones, Israeli companies like Smart Shooter are scrambling to adapt and turning soldiers into precision drone interceptors.
As Hezbollah deploys maneuverable, jam‑proof drones, Israeli companies like Smart Shooter are scrambling to adapt and turning soldiers into precision drone interceptors.
As Hezbollah deploys maneuverable, jam‑proof drones, Israeli companies like Smart Shooter are scrambling to adapt and turning soldiers into precision drone interceptors.

The Jerusalem Post,

May 5, 2026

SMASH CUAS systems
כדור אחד – וזהו: תיעוד יוצא דופן של לוחם מיירט רחפן באמצעות רובה סער הפך לוויראלי ברשת, וחשף את “שוברת השוויון” הישראלית בשדה הקרב • הכירו את SMASH: הכוונת החכמה שמשלבת AI ועיבוד תמונה כדי להפוך כל לוחם לצייד רחפנים קטלני
כדור אחד – וזהו: תיעוד יוצא דופן של לוחם מיירט רחפן באמצעות רובה סער הפך לוויראלי ברשת, וחשף את “שוברת השוויון” הישראלית בשדה הקרב • הכירו את SMASH: הכוונת החכמה שמשלבת AI ועיבוד תמונה כדי להפוך כל לוחם לצייד רחפנים קטלני
כדור אחד – וזהו: תיעוד יוצא דופן של לוחם מיירט רחפן באמצעות רובה סער הפך לוויראלי ברשת, וחשף את “שוברת השוויון” הישראלית בשדה הקרב • הכירו את SMASH: הכוונת החכמה שמשלבת AI ועיבוד תמונה כדי להפוך כל לוחם לצייד רחפנים קטלני

שראל היום,

May 3, 2026

US Marines with SMASH-2000L
The U.S. military recently published photos of Marines equipped with an advanced optic designed to help them shoot down small drones. A representative of Smart Shooter Inc. confirmed that the optic is the SMASH 2000L advanced fire control system.
The U.S. military recently published photos of Marines equipped with an advanced optic designed to help them shoot down small drones. A Smart Shooter Inc. representative confirmed that itss the SMASH 2000L advanced fire control system.
The U.S. military recently published photos of Marines equipped with an advanced optic designed to help them shoot down small drones. A Smart Shooter Inc. representative confirmed that itss the SMASH 2000L advanced fire control system.

Task & Purpose,

April 14, 2026

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Built by Israeli defense firm Smart Shooter, the SMASH 2000L houses a dual-core computer running AI-driven image processing, electro-optical sensors, and a proprietary target-tracking algorithm.
Built by Israeli defense firm Smart Shooter, the SMASH 2000L houses a dual-core computer running AI-driven image processing, electro-optical sensors, and a proprietary target-tracking algorithm.
Built by Israeli defense firm Smart Shooter, the SMASH 2000L houses a dual-core computer running AI-driven image processing, electro-optical sensors, and a proprietary target-tracking algorithm.

We Are The Mighty,

March 31, 2026

US Soldier with SMASH 2000LE
Smart Shooter has secured its first contract from the US Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401) for the supply of SMASH 2000LE fire control systems.
Smart Shooter has secured its first contract from the US Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401) for the supply of SMASH 2000LE fire control systems.
Smart Shooter has secured its first contract from the US Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401) for the supply of SMASH 2000LE fire control systems.

Army Technology,

March 26, 2026

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Joint Interagency Task Force 401 executed additional Domestic Shield contract awards to procure counter-UAS capabilities, including a $6.1M contract featuring 210 Smart Shooter SMASH 2000LE systems.
Joint Interagency Task Force 401 executed additional Domestic Shield contract awards to procure counter-UAS capabilities, including a $6.1M contract featuring 210 Smart Shooter SMASH 2000LE systems.
Joint Interagency Task Force 401 executed additional Domestic Shield contract awards to procure counter-UAS capabilities, including a $6.1M contract featuring 210 Smart Shooter SMASH 2000LE systems.

U.S Department of War,

March 24, 2026

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Smart Shooter has completed an initial public offering and will begin trading on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange after raising NIS 200 million (approximately $65 million) in new capital.
Smart Shooter has completed an initial public offering and will begin trading on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange after raising NIS 200 million (approximately $65 million) in new capital.
Smart Shooter has completed an initial public offering and will begin trading on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange after raising NIS 200 million (approximately $65 million) in new capital.

Calcalist Tech,

March 3, 2026

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In the midst of the war with Iran and Lebanon, advanced gunsights developer and producer Smart Shooter has raised NIS 200 million in an IPO on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) at a company valuation of NIS 640 million, before money.
In the midst of the war with Iran and Lebanon, advanced gunsights developer and producer Smart Shooter has raised NIS 200 million in an IPO on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) at a company valuation of NIS 640 million, before money.
In the midst of the war with Iran and Lebanon, advanced gunsights developer and producer Smart Shooter has raised NIS 200 million in an IPO on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) at a company valuation of NIS 640 million, before money.

Globes,

March 2, 2026

UGV with SMASH Hopper
הכוונות החכמות של חברת סמארט שוטר אפשר לחבר לרובה שנושא חייל או לכלי נשק כבדים שמותקנים על כלי רכב או על רובוט. המערכת ננעלת ועוקבת אחרי המטרה באמצעות עיבוד תמונה מבוסס AI ומשחררת קליע רק ברגע שבו מובטחת פגיעה.
הכוונות החכמות של חברת סמארט שוטר אפשר לחבר לרובה שנושא חייל או לכלי נשק כבדים שמותקנים על כלי רכב או על רובוט. המערכת ננעלת ועוקבת אחרי המטרה באמצעות עיבוד תמונה מבוסס AI ומשחררת קליע רק ברגע שבו מובטחת פגיעה.
הכוונות החכמות של חברת סמארט שוטר אפשר לחבר לרובה שנושא חייל או לכלי נשק כבדים שמותקנים על כלי רכב או על רובוט. המערכת ננעלת ועוקבת אחרי המטרה באמצעות עיבוד תמונה מבוסס AI ומשחררת קליע רק ברגע שבו מובטחת פגיעה.

Ynet,

February 23, 2026

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Smart Shooter, an Israeli start-up that developed an AI-powered attachment for rifles that helps soldiers detect and fire at targets, whether they be a sniper running across a rooftop or a tiny drone zipping through the sky.
Smart Shooter, an Israeli start-up that developed an AI-powered attachment for rifles that helps soldiers detect and fire at targets, whether they be a sniper running across a rooftop or a tiny drone zipping through the sky.
Smart Shooter, an Israeli start-up that developed an AI-powered attachment for rifles that helps soldiers detect and fire at targets, whether they be a sniper running across a rooftop or a tiny drone zipping through the sky.

The Washignton Post,

February 3, 2026

SMASH 3000 FCS
Israeli company Smart Shooter has further expanded the use of AI across its SMASH fire-control portfolio to boost the performance of combat soldiers in complex, high-stress engagements.
Israeli company Smart Shooter has further expanded the use of AI across its SMASH fire-control portfolio to boost the performance of combat soldiers in complex, high-stress engagements.
Israeli company Smart Shooter has further expanded the use of AI across its SMASH fire-control portfolio to boost the performance of combat soldiers in complex, high-stress engagements.

Autonomy Global ,

January 17, 2026

SAresized
The SMASH 3000 fire control system significantly enhances a shooter’s accuracy to increase the effectiveness of ground troops
The SMASH 3000 fire control system significantly enhances a shooter’s accuracy to increase the effectiveness of ground troops
The SMASH 3000 fire control system significantly enhances a shooter’s accuracy to increase the effectiveness of ground troops

BFBS Forces News UK,

January 12, 2026

Australian soldier with Smart Shooter weapon sight
Australia has awarded Israeli firm SmartShooter a contract to assess the company’s Smash 3000 fire control system for frontline ground forces.
Australia has awarded Israeli firm SmartShooter a contract to assess the company’s Smash 3000 fire control system for frontline ground forces.
Australia has awarded Israeli firm SmartShooter a contract to assess the company’s Smash 3000 fire control system for frontline ground forces.

The Defense Post,

December 17, 2025

AUSA
At AUSA 2025, Smart Shooter presented the new generation of its SMASH family, which includes the SMASH 2000L, the SMASH Hopper Light Remotely Controlled Weapon Station (LRCWS), and SMASH Dome.
At AUSA 2025, Smart Shooter presented the new generation of its SMASH family with new connectivity capabilities.
At AUSA 2025, Smart Shooter presented the new generation of its SMASH family with new connectivity capabilities.

Australia Defence Magazine,

Ocotber, 2025

Army Technology Award
SMARTSHOOTER won the Innovation Award in the Army Technology Excellence Awards 2025 for its significant advancements in enhancing small arms accuracy and operational effectiveness through the integration of artificial intelligence and modular technology.
SMARTSHOOTER won the Innovation Award in the Army Technology Excellence Awards 2025 for its significant advancements in enhancing small arms accuracy
SMARTSHOOTER won the Innovation Award in the Army Technology Excellence Awards 2025 for its significant advancements in enhancing small arms accuracy

Army Technology,

October, 2025

SMASH for HMG
SMARTSHOOTER’s SMASH 3000 was trialed on heavy machine‑guns and vehicle‑mounted platforms, successfully intercepting UAS at ranges up to 400 m. Read the full report on Defence‑Blog for details on the VANAHEIM trials and system integrations.
SMARTSHOOTER’s SMASH 3000 was trialed on heavy machine‑guns and vehicle‑mounted platforms, successfully intercepting UAS at ranges up to 400 m.
SMARTSHOOTER’s SMASH 3000 was trialed on heavy machine‑guns and vehicle‑mounted platforms, successfully intercepting UAS at ranges up to 400 m.

Defence Blog,

September 2, 2025

Soldier with SMASH 3000 in use
SMARTSHOOTER announced it has received a substantial order for hundreds of SMASH 3000 fire control systems from an Asia-Pacific customer. The systems will be deployed for both Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) missions and precision engagement of ground targets.
SMARTSHOOTER announced it has received a substantial order for hundreds of SMASH 3000 fire control systems from an Asia-Pacific customer.
SMARTSHOOTER announced it has received a substantial order for hundreds of SMASH 3000 fire control systems from an Asia-Pacific customer.

Asia-Pacific Defence Reporter,

August 12, 2025

US Marine with SMASH
The UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS (USMC) has placed a further order for SMARTSHOOTER’s SMASH 2000L fire control systems. The Marine Corps is procuring the SMASH 2000L as an interim capability to address its urgent requirement for dismounted Counter-small-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) solutions.
The UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS (USMC) has placed a further order for SMARTSHOOTER’s SMASH 2000L fire control systems.
The UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS (USMC) has placed a further order for SMARTSHOOTER’s SMASH 2000L fire control systems.

Spartanat,

July 15, 2025

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The US Army is giving its soldiers a high-tech edge in the fight against drones, and it’s called SMASH. During a live-fire training exercise on June 6 in Germany, a soldier with the 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment used the SMASH 2000L smart scope mounted on an M4A1 rifle to target drones in the sky.
The US Army is giving its soldiers a high-tech edge in the fight against drones, and it’s called SMASH.
The US Army is giving its soldiers a high-tech edge in the fight against drones, and it’s called SMASH.

New York Post,

June 11, 2025

SMASH 2000L with US soldier
During a live-fire training exercise on June 6 in Germany, a soldier with the 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment used the SMASH 2000L smart scope mounted on an M4A1 rifle to target drones in the sky.
During a live-fire training exercise on June 6 in Germany, a soldier with the 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment used the SMASH 2000L smart scope mounted on an M4A1 rifle to target drones in the sky.
During a live-fire training exercise on June 6 in Germany, a soldier with the 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment used the SMASH 2000L smart scope mounted on an M4A1 rifle to target drones in the sky.

Fox News,

June 10, 2025

SMASH 2000L US Army
JERUSALEM — The US Army is expanding its experimentation with Israeli firm Smartshooter’s high-tech fire control system with what the company said is a new $13 million contract. The system will be deployed “as part of the Army’s Transformation in Contact (TIC2.0) forces,” Smartshooter said in an announcement last week, part of what it said was the Army’s “accelerated testing and integration of advanced technologies on the battlefield.”
The US Army is expanding its experimentation with Israeli firm Smartshooter’s high-tech fire control system with what the company said is a new $13 million contract.
The US Army is expanding its experimentation with Israeli firm Smartshooter’s high-tech fire control system with what the company said is a new $13 million contract.

Breaking Defense,

June 4, 2025

SMARTSHOOTER MDM
After reprogramming at least USD10 million from its air-defence portfolio, the US Marine Corps (USMC) is buying 84 kits of Smart Shooter fire-control system SMASH 2000L as an interim capability for its dismounted counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UASs) requirement, a service official told Janes on 30 April.
After reprogramming at least USD10 million from its air-defence portfolio, the US Marine Corps (USMC) is buying 84 kits of Smart Shooter fire-control system SMASH 2000L
After reprogramming at least USD10 million from its air-defence portfolio, the US Marine Corps (USMC) is buying 84 kits of Smart Shooter fire-control system SMASH 2000L

Janes,

May 1, 2025

Soldier with SMASH 2000L (3000)
The SMASH 3000 (2000L) by Israel’s SMARTSHOOTER is an advanced AI-equipped optical sight that can be mounted on most rifles. It features sophisticated target acquisition and tracking algorithms, achieving a 95% hit probability against small drones at a distance of approximately 200 meters.
The SMASH 3000 (2000L) by Israel’s SMARTSHOOTER is an advanced AI-equipped optical sight that can be mounted on most rifles.
The SMASH 3000 (2000L) by Israel’s SMARTSHOOTER is an advanced AI-equipped optical sight that can be mounted on most rifles.

USA Military Channel,

April 18, 2025

SMASH 3000 UK Soldier
One easy and somewhat revolutionary way to enable the dismounted digger to deal with drones is through a fire control sight upgrade offered by Israeli company SMARTSHOOTER.
One easy and somewhat revolutionary way to enable the dismounted digger to deal with drones is through a fire control sight upgrade offered by Israeli company SMARTSHOOTER.
One easy and somewhat revolutionary way to enable the dismounted digger to deal with drones is through a fire control sight upgrade offered by Israeli company SMARTSHOOTER.

Asia Pacific Defense Reporter,

April 1, 2025

SMASH CUAS systems
Smartshooter, which develops and manufactures the Smash series of smart fire control systems, which connects to light weapons and dramatically improves the chances of hitting targets, has announced another major deal with Germany. In the deal, the company will deliver hundreds more of the Smash systems to the German army.
Smartshooter has announced another major deal with Germany. In the deal, the company will deliver hundreds more of the Smash systems to the German army.
Smartshooter has announced another major deal with Germany. In the deal, the company will deliver hundreds more of the Smash systems to the German army.

Globes,

February 20, 2025

SMASH Dome with active radar
Israeli sighting specialist Smartshooter has unveiled a portable counter-drone system with an assault rifle as the effector. The rifle is controlled through the Smash Dome’s Smash Hopper remote-controlled weapon station.
Israeli sighting specialist Smartshooter has unveiled a portable counter-drone system with an assault rifle as the effector.
Israeli sighting specialist Smartshooter has unveiled a portable counter-drone system with an assault rifle as the effector.

The Defense Post,

January 29, 2025

Straight Arrow News
What’s not up for debate is the phrase’s intention, make your shot count. That’s why the Smart Shooter SMASH 2000L and the SMASH Hopper are being featured in this week’s weapon of the week.
What’s not up for debate is the phrase’s intention, make your shot count. That’s why the Smart Shooter SMASH 2000L and the SMASH Hopper are being featured in this week’s weapon of the week.
What’s not up for debate is the phrase’s intention, make your shot count. That’s why the Smart Shooter SMASH 2000L and the SMASH Hopper are being featured in this week’s weapon of the week.

Straight Arrow News,

December 18, 2024

TheFireArmBlog
Photo Of The Day and we look at the SA80A3 with the SMASH Smart Weapon Sight Fire Control System aiming for a small drone. This smart sight equips dismounted soldiers with enhanced accuracy for engaging micro and mini UAVs or drones. The sight can identify, track, and lock onto moving targets, maintaining precision even if the user or target shifts position.
Photo Of The Day and we look at the SA80A3 with the SMASH Smart Weapon Sight Fire Control System aiming for a small drone.
Photo Of The Day and we look at the SA80A3 with the SMASH Smart Weapon Sight Fire Control System aiming for a small drone.

The Fire Arm Blog,

September 18, 2024

Globes
“Globes” looks at five of the main startups with which the Ministry of Defense has been collaborating since the outbreak of the war: Smartshooter, Xtend, Regulus, CopterPIX and Robotican.
“Globes” looks at five of the main startups with which the Ministry of Defense has been collaborating since the outbreak of the war: Smartshooter, Xtend, Regulus, CopterPIX and Robotican.
“Globes” looks at five of the main startups with which the Ministry of Defense has been collaborating since the outbreak of the war: Smartshooter, Xtend, Regulus, CopterPIX and Robotican.

Globes,

August 15, 2024

RealClear Defense
The British military has a new piece of kit that vastly increases the chances of shooting down a drone with a rifle. Around 500 SMASH X4 sighting systems are being used across the three services by close combat troops.
Around 500 SMASH X4 sighting systems are being used across the three services by close combat troops.
Around 500 SMASH X4 sighting systems are being used across the three services by close combat troops.

RealClear Defense,

August 14, 2024

British Army's 16 Air Assault Brigade with SMASH 3000
The United Kingdom is procuring the Smash counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) for the British Army, Janes learnt at the Ground Based Air Defence (GBAD) Expo hosted by the British Army at Baker Barracks, Emsworth, southern UK, on 11 July. The 500 Smash fire-control systems ordered have been entering service with 16 Air Assault Brigade over the last two months, with one system equipping each platoon.
The United Kingdom is procuring the Smash counter-unmanned aircraft system for the British Army, Janes learnt at the Ground Based Air Defence (GBAD) Expo hosted by the British Army at Baker Barracks, Emsworth.
The United Kingdom is procuring the Smash counter-unmanned aircraft system for the British Army, Janes learnt at the Ground Based Air Defence (GBAD) Expo hosted by the British Army at Baker Barracks, Emsworth.

Janes,

July 1, 2024

IDF with SMASH
צבאות באירופה ובאמריקה הלטינית מביעים התעניינות במערכת “סמאש” (פגיון) מתוצרת חברת סמארטשוטר מקיבוץ יגור. אחד המפתחות לקטלניות של הכוחות המתמרנים של צה”ל הוא היישום הנרחב של כוונות סדרת “סמאש” (פגיון) מתוצרת חברת סמארטשוטר מקיבוץ יגור. כעת, באתר ZM מדווחים כי צבאות ביבשת אירופה ובאמריקה הלטינית מביעים התעניינות במערכת, שכבר נמכרה ליותר מעשר מדינות שחברות בברית נאט”ו ביניהן, בריטניה, גרמניה והולנד
 .צבאות באירופה ובאמריקה הלטינית מביעים התעניינות במערכת “סמאש” (פגיון) מתוצרת חברת סמארטשוטר מקיבוץ יגור
 .צבאות באירופה ובאמריקה הלטינית מביעים התעניינות במערכת “סמאש” (פגיון) מתוצרת חברת סמארטשוטר מקיבוץ יגור

Globes,

June 1, 2024

Smart Wolf 4
SMARTSHOOTER will participate at the Modern-Day Marine event and showcase its SMASH 2000L, already under review by the Marine Corps, and the SMASH Hopper Light Remotely Controlled Weapon Station (LRCWS) integrated with the DRS RADA Technologies RPS-42 radar and mounted on HDT’s Hunter WOLF.
SMARTSHOOTER will participate at MDM, showcasing the SMASH 2000L (under Marine Corps review) and the SMASH Hopper LRCWS with DRS RADA RPS-42 radar on HDT’s Hunter WOLF.
SMARTSHOOTER will participate at MDM, showcasing the SMASH 2000L (under Marine Corps review) and the SMASH Hopper LRCWS with DRS RADA RPS-42 radar on HDT’s Hunter WOLF.

Soldier Systems,

April 30, 2024

UK soldier with SMASH X4
Soldiers have been taking aim with a new scope that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to shoot drones out of the sky. Paratroopers from 16 Air Assault Brigade in Colchester, became the first to be issued with SmartShooter SMASH technology this week.
Soldiers have been taking aim with a new scope that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to shoot drones out of the sky.
Soldiers have been taking aim with a new scope that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to shoot drones out of the sky.

BBC,

March 6, 2024

US troops with SMASH 3000
Small inexpensive “off the shelf” drones like those Ukraine is using against Russia, and Hamas is deploying against Israel, are transforming modern warfare. To train American soldiers to counter this threat, the U.S. military recently opened a specialized drone warfare school.
Small inexpensive “off the shelf” drones like those Ukraine is using against Russia, and Hamas is deploying against Israel, are transforming modern warfare.
Small inexpensive “off the shelf” drones like those Ukraine is using against Russia, and Hamas is deploying against Israel, are transforming modern warfare.

Wall Street Journal,

January 2, 2024

Soldier with SMASH 3000 in use
The fire monitoring system SMASH has been introduced to the battlefield during the war against Hamas. This operational support tool weighs less, identifies the enemy within seconds, can lock on targets and assist in eliminating them and quadruples our forces’ chances of hitting their target.
The fire monitoring system SMASH has been introduced to the battlefield during the war against Hamas.
The fire monitoring system SMASH has been introduced to the battlefield during the war against Hamas.

IDF,

December 18, 2023