MBDA laser gun burned 40mm thick steel

In a few seconds the 40KW laser cannon burned a 40mm thick steel plate.

According to MBDA spokesperson Peter Haylmayer, the use of similar laser weapons in combat could be forthcoming. Laser firing can fire a beam to destroy a target at large distances.

In addition, laser weapons, thanks to their high accuracy, also limit the probability of unwanted casualties (less indirect damage).

MBDA has started testing laser guns since 2008. In 2011, German experts have reached a capacity of 10KW for the device. At the same time, the experimental weapon successfully caught the target at distances of up to 2,300m with a difference of 1,000m.

Apart from Germany, the United States and Israel are also testing laser weapons. Specifically, Israel intends to equip laser or electromagnetic guns for the new generation tank.

In August 2011, Boeing (USA) together with BAE Systems (UK) began researching laser equipment for the Navy. The United States is also conducting research into the manufacture of electromagnetic turrets for warships.