Mts B

MTS-B Multi-Spectral Targeting System
With electro-optical, infrared, laser

designation, and laser illumination
capabilities integrated in a single
Predator B sensor package, Raytheon’s MTS-B
Multi-Spectral Targeting System provides
superior detecting, ranging, and tracking
for the U.S. Air Force Predator B and for
today’s military forces worldwide.
Mariner
Benefits Advanced EO/IR Technology maximize displayed image Growth Path

Raytheon’s MTS-B is a multi-use information, enhancing both The MTS system is designed for
High altitude long-range infrared infrared, EO, and laser detecting- situational awareness and growth options such as multiple
and visible (EO) imagery
ranging-tracking set, developed long-range surveillance. wavelength sensors, TV cameras
Proven system developed for U.S. and produced for use by the USAF (near-IR and color), illuminators,
World Leadership in
and international forces in Predator B. eyesafe rangefinders, spot trackers,
EO/IR Systems
Easy integration Raytheon’s experience in EO/IR and other avionics. Advanced
Using state-of-the-art digital
Reliability ensured through system and subsystem integration electronics and optical design give
architecture, this advanced EO
MIL-E-5400 and MIL-STD-810 spans both airborne and ground a clear growth path for image
and IR system provides long-range
testing combat systems and addresses all fusion and other performance
surveillance, high altitude, target
Worldwide supportability associated integration challenges. enhancements through add-in
acquisition, tracking, rangefinding,
circuitry. With these technology
Growth options to guarantee and laser designation for the Over the past 40 years, Raytheon growth paths, the MTS system will
continuous operational HELLFIRE missile and for all has successfully developed and
advantage continue to be the world’s most
tri-service and NATO laser-guided fielded navigation, surveillance, and advanced EO/IR multi-use system.
munitions. targeting systems on numerous The MTS-B has been specially
The MTS and variants are available domestic and international adapted for high altitude
to support domestic and programs. During this period, applications from the successful
international user missions for Raytheon has produced and AN/AAS-52 family of sensors.
rotary-wing, UAV, and fixed-wing delivered more than 45,000
platforms. EO/IR systems.
Excellent Image Quality As the world’s largest manufacturer

Raytheon’s image fusion and of electro-optical systems,
processing are automatic, hands-off Raytheon is known for dependable
image optimization techniques that quality.
MTS-B Multi-Spectral Targeting System
Turret
Electronics Unit
Predator B
PARAMETERS FEATURES
Fields of view, degrees: Wide: 34 x 45
Medium-wide: 17 x 22
Medium: 5.7 x 7.6
Medium-narrow: 2.8 x 3.7
Narrow: 0.47 x 0.63 (IR and TV) IR
Ultra-narrow: 0.23 x 0.31 (IR)
Ultra-narrow: 0.08 x 0.11 (TV)
Electronic zoom, IR & TV: 2:1 and 4:1 in smallest FOVs
Gimbal angular coverage: Azimuth: 360 degrees, continuous
Elevation: 40 degrees up, -135 degrees down
Gimbal slew rate: 2 radians/sec elevation
Maximum air speed: >200kts IAS
Automatic video tracker: Multimode (centroid, area, and feature)
Environmental: Compliant with MIL-E-5400, MIL-STD-810
Interface: 1553 data bus and/or discrete controls
Video outputs: RS-170 (525-line), digital, other formats
available
Cooling: Self contained
Power: 28 VDC aircraft power
Weights and dimensions: WRA-1: 230 lbs; 22 in. diameter
(approx.) WRA-2: 25 lbs; 1/2 ATR,
14.4 in.(L) x 4.9 in. (W) x 7.6 in. (H)
Options: Multiple sensors such as EO-TV, image
intensified TV, illuminator, eyesafe rangefinder,
spot tracker, image fusion, and other avionics
Precision Attack &

Surveillance Systems
Tony Costales
International Programs
2501 W. University Drive MS 8067
McKinney, Texas 75071 USA
972-952-6212 phone
Media Contact 972-952-6003 fax
David Desilets [email protected]
972.952.2239 phone
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MTS-B Multi-Spectral Targeting System

With electro-optical, infrared, laser

Benefits Advanced EO/IR Technology maximize displayed image Growth Path

Excellent Image Quality As the world’s largest manufacturer

Precision Attack &

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