Lacroix demonstrates its Galix Automatic Obscurant System at the Suippes firing range

Lacroix is one of the few defense countermeasures and pyrotechnic systems manufacturers in the world. The 26th edition of Eurosatory took on new significance as the family-owned group, which has been exhibiting since the trade fair’s debut, is celebrating its 170th anniversary and showcasing numerous innovations and concepts with originality. Lacroix also spotlighted its new realistic training systems (REPY), the first concept of which was unveiled during Eurosatory 2016. These simulators will first equip French combat training centers and then be included as a component of the CENTAURE and CERBERE programs, among others.
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For security reasons and wind direction, the Galix firing was done in the target direction, which differs from actual combat situations. Three Galix turret firings of G13 and G17i ammunitions were performed. (Picture source: Lacroix)

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