Commercially known as RAIDS (Rifle Actuated IED Defeat System), this rifle launched line is used to clear lanes of IEDs. You might think of it as a launchable grappling hook and can be used to pull trip wires or even det cord. The Army recently awarded Cardinal Scientific a 2 year IDIQ for the system under the unlikely moniker DIED (Dismounted Improvised Explosive Device). Despite the name it’s a simple, yet effective bullet trap device.
Previous devices only accepted M193 Ball but RAIDS accepts up to M855A1. It does this through the use of a removable trap and the system comes with 10 of these traps. Additionally, it uses 550cord for the line as it is readily available in the supply system and has little to no stretch.
RAIDS is quickly configurable and includes several replaceable tines made from stainless still and nylon for use on different terrain.
Tags: AUSA, Cardinal Scientific
Every once in a while, I see a product that gets issued out…..and I instantly get a migraine. I hope these kits only go to EOD Units……I can only imagine showing up on scene and dealing with an IED inside of a rats nest of 550 cord and grappling hooks.