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Thank to our friend Matt for the pic from the Defence Vehicle Dynamics show in the UK.
Archive for 2016
Why Does This Land Rover Have A Minigun ?
Friday, September 9th, 2016The SX-1 Modular Tactical Rifle from Ritter & Stark Debuts at AUSA 2016
Friday, September 9th, 2016
Feistritz, Austria (September 8, 2016) – Ritter & Stark, an Austrian-based firearms design and manufacturing company, will be exhibiting their initial product launch of the SX-1 Modular Tactical Rifle (MTR) at the AUSA Annual Meeting and Exposition, held in Washington D.C., Oct. 3 – 5, 2016.
Ritter & Stark was formed in 2015 in an area of Austria well-known for introducing to the world some of the most innovative firearm systems ever produced. Bringing together highly skilled engineers, talented firearm designers, technologically advanced R&D and state-of-the-art manufacturing, Ritter & Stark developed a modular rifle platform designed to allow the user to customize it to be mission specific. The SX-1 Modular Tactical Rifle can be quickly and easily interchanged between a .308 Win., .300 Win Magnum and a .338 Lapua Magnum. The SX-1 allows operators to incorporate aftermarket magazines and drop-in upgrades with AR15/M16/M4 pistol grips and buttstocks that will fit the original Ritter & Stark folding buttstock mechanism.
Multiple features on the SX-1 MTR make this the ultimate precision rifle for serious shooters. The MIL-STD 1913 Picatinny rail is installed directly on the barrel, allowing barrel interchangeability with pre-set scopes for no shift of impact when changing calibers. Easily and quickly done in the field, the patented caliber conversion system allows the barrel to be precisely positioned in the machined aluminum receiver with a greater area of contact allowing for more stability. The bolt is locked directly into the barrel breech giving the SX-1 unprecedented accuracy, shot after shot.
The SX-1 MTR barrel is processed in a unique CNC-controlled electrochemical machine. The process greatly limits any mechanical stress or the transmission of thermal effects on the barrel while ensuring a uniform match-grade barrel in either fluted or bull-barrel configuration. Unlike other precision rifles, no matter the caliber, our barrels are guaranteed to at least 5,000 rounds for .308Win and .338LM, and 2,000 rounds for .300WM before noticing any degradation in accuracy. For the shooter, this means that every rifle we manufacture can achieve 0.5 MOA 3--round groups or better with factory match grade ammunition.
Customization is key for military, law enforcement and precision long-range shooters as environments constantly change. The SX-1 MTR’s adaptability to fit the operator, as well as the scenario, is demonstrated in its adjustable cheekpiece, recoil pad, left/right folding capability of the buttstock and its acceptance of different aftermarket magazines, triggers and pistol grips. The SX-1 MTR is also compatible with other manufacturers’ AR-10 magazines in the standard configuration.
The SX-1 MTR is the rifle of the future. It combines the newest manufacturing processes with the most technologically advanced materials and is designed by some of the world’s most highly skilled firearms engineers. Every SX-1 MTR is put through the most rigorous testing available before it’s allowed out the door.
Visit Ritter & Stark at the AUSA show and see the future of rifle systems available now at booth #3315.
You Never Know Where They’ll Show Up
Friday, September 9th, 2016
From 1st to 4th September Targi Kielce was the stage for the International Defence Industry Exhibition. The expo has broken its own records. The 23rd edition, with the exhibition space of over 27, 000 square meters was the showcase for 583 exhibitors from 30 countries. MSPO comes third in Europe’s military exhibition rankings, just after Paris and London.
Magpul – PMAG 21 GL9 Now Shipping
Thursday, September 8th, 2016The PMAG 21 GL9 is a 21-round Glock 9mm handgun magazine featuring a new proprietary all-polymer construction for flawless reliability and durability over thousands of rounds. Meeting the overall length requirements for a 140MM competition magazine, the PMAG 21 GL9 offers additional capacity without the need for expensive extensions.
High visibility controlled-tilt follower, stainless steel spring, easily removable floorplate for cleaning, paint pen dot matrix for mag marking, ridged floorplate edges for better grip, and capacity indicator windows. Drops free loaded or unloaded. All with the same boring reliability you expect from an OEM magazine.
The PMAG 21 GL9 is compatible with all full-size, compact, and sub-compact double-stack Glock 9mm variants with some protrusion below the grip.
Features:
·Compatible with all full-size, compact, and sub-compact 9mm double-stack Glock handguns
·Durable, lightweight, and extremely stiff polymer construction
·High visibility controlled-tilt follower
·Long life stainless steel spring for corrosion resistance
·Flared, easily removable floor plate
·Dot matrix panel for magazine marking and identification
·Magazine indicator windows on both sides of body at 10, 15, and 21 rounds remaining
·Drops free loaded or unloaded
www.magpul.com/products/pmag-21-gl9
PM SCIE Conducts Airborne Testing At Ft Bragg With RA-1 Parachute
Thursday, September 8th, 2016This week members of PEO Soldier’s Program Manager – Soldier Clothing and Individual Equipment went skydiving conducted testing of some new tachnologies while jumping the Military Freefall Advanced Ram Air Parachute System (MFF ARAPS) RA-1 at Raeford DZ, near Fort Bragg, NC.
PEO Soldier’s airdrop team out of Fort Belvoir, VA worked with support from NSRDEC Engineers and NET trainers from Prince George, VA, Yuma, AZ and Fort Bragg, NC.
The RA-1 (NSN 1670-01-606-1897) has been adopted by the US Army and is currently in service. It consists of the Intruder® 360 main parachute, the Intruder® 360 reserve parachute, and the Raider 2 harness/container manufactured by Airborne Systems.
MMI Textiles Announces MultiCam Woven Loop
Thursday, September 8th, 20169/8/2016 — As a part of their new printed narrow fabrics line, MMI Textiles, Inc. is now offering printed loop in both MultiCam® and OCP. MMI is responding to a need within the industry for printed loop and now after approval, the product is available for sale. It is the only printed woven loop that is made to A-A-55126 available in the market, and has excellent quality and resolution.
It’s just one of the many products within their new line. After announcing a partnership with Mikan Printing in May, the company rolled out a line of printed webbing, binding tape, loop, elastic, and zipper. Most of these are currently in stock in MultiCam® pattern, with MultiCam® Alpine®, Arid, Black and Tropic patterns being developed in the coming weeks. OCP is being printed on various materials as needed and by government contract only. Samples are available from MMI by request.
These materials are 100% Berry Compliant and created with patent-pending technology that gives the usual “white-edge” much more of a concealed appearance.
This news illustrates MMI’s on-going commitment to serve the military and tactical industries. For any inquiries or interest in samples, call MMI at 440-899-8050 or email them at info@mmitextiles.com.
MultiCam® is a registered trademark of Crye Precision
Visit BE Meyers at NGAUS
Thursday, September 8th, 2016
Be sure to check out the MAWL. Trust me, you’ll be amazed.
PF Flyers – Todd Snyder Grounder
Thursday, September 8th, 2016
For those of you looking for something a little non-traditional in the footwear department we suggest you might want to check out this traditional design from PF Flyers, created with Todd Snyder.
Features:
-14oz Military Canvas
-Ankle patch and heel tape
-Classic Grounder toe bumper
-Gusset tongue
-Premium pig skin lining
-Rugged outsole
-Signature Todd Snyder heel loop
Offered in Pike and Black.
