While this isn’t exactly a new item, it’s going to be new to many readers. Last May, the US Army issued NSNs for a new tripod kit from Really Right Stuff to update the old sniper kits.
The Sniper Tripod Advanced Kit (NSN: 1005-01-702-7501) consists of tripod, high-performance ball head, versatile clamps, and adaptable mounts as well as a carrying bag.
The core of this Made in the USA Kit is the RRS tripod which features carbon fiber legs which are both light and strong. The tripod can instantly transition from ground level to standing using their pull tabs. It features four leg sections meaning it can be made quite compact for travel, and will sustain a load of up to 80 pounds.
The component NSN list is:
SubA-TFCT-34L Tripod Only (No Anvil-30) 1005-01-702-7382
Anvil-30 ARC Ball Head (only): 1005-01-702-7401
STAK Carrying Bag: 1005-01-702-7517
USR 240mm: 1005-01-702-7494
M-LOK Hardware: 1005-01-702-7494
Harris Bipod Adapter (HBA): 1005-01-702-7507
SC-ARC Bipod Clamp: 1005-01-702-7507
VR-76: 1005-01-702-7489
MPR-73: 1005-01-702-7485
QD Leg Collar: 1005-01-702-7510
Apex QD Mount: 1005-01-702-7510
Foot Spikes: 1005-01-702-7415
Wonder how much shine those legs give off in the field.
Doesn’t really matter since everyone camouflages them.
An outstanding kit, the Armageddon Gear bag is excellent. For anyone concerned about shine coming off the carbon legs, we make covers specifically for the RRS 33 and 34 tripods.
What is the lead time for getting these delivered?
Website shows there are 2 in stock currently to ship.
My “force intuition” is saying units aren’t receiving these until mid next year at the earliest.