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HUXWRX to Exhibit at Warrior West
Tuesday, April 26th, 2022The S.O.Tech ARVN Pack Redux is BACK!
Tuesday, April 26th, 2022“A combination of the old tried and true with modern technology – a reflection of SOTECH.”
Respecting the calls for us to reintroduce our h-harnesses and belts, we recognized a trend to go back to the battle tested designs of the past. In doing so, we wanted to honor our beginnings by doing a reboot of an ALICE Pack predecessor – the ARVN Ranger Pack, a favorite of MACV-SOG and other SOF units.
At a base level, this is a hat tip to our early days modifying ALICE packs, but it’s much more significant than that. SOTECH started in a time when we were issued the same tired designs that barely evolved from World War Two through Korea and Vietnam and into the Cold War of the 80’s.
There was a creativity born from lessons from the field, and a handful of innovators started companies to modify and then create alternatives. In this vein, we took the day pack version of what would become the ALICE and modernized and modified the design with Tegris and improved cuts (the pack was designed for small-framed Vietnamese soldiers). The result is an EDC pack that takes you back to your days in BDUs every time you cinch that ribbed web through those metal tabler buckles.
The ARVN pack meticulously recreated, every small detail accounted for. Original steel hardware upcycled from original issued kit.
Updates from the original:
-Updated 420D Nylon vs canvas. Same nylon as the Medium and Large ALICE packs
-Snap closure front 2 pockets for easier and faster access
-Hidden HDPE insert with foam backer for extra comfort
-Updated frame, from steel to modern laser cut Tegris
-Repositioned bottom shoulder strap ring to the side for extra comfort
Packs go live on sotechtactical.commain page on 4/29 at 12pm PST.
Visit SureFire at ADS Warrior West
Tuesday, April 26th, 2022
Aimpoint Awarded New Contract for Fire Control Systems by U.S. Armed Forces
Monday, April 25th, 2022
Manassas, Virginia – Aimpoint, the originator and worldwide leader in reflex sighting technology, has been awarded a new contract for supply of the Aimpoint® FCS13RE Fire Control Systems to the U.S. Military. The system is currently being deployed as the primary Fire Control on the M3E1 MAAWS lightweight 84mm Carl-Gustaf produced by SAAB Dynamics for use by the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Special Operations Command.
The FCS13RE is a direct view, Dynamic Universal Reflex Sight, which utilizes an integrated laser range finder and ballistic computer to give the gunner an aiming point corrected for range, type of munition, terrain angle, and environmental conditions. In addition to the 84mm Carl-Gustaf, the system can also be utilized on other weapons including the AT4, 40mm high velocity grenade launchers (Mk19, Mk47, and GMG), .50 caliber heavy machine guns (M2), and the M134D Minigun. The FCS13RE provides an extremely high probability of first round hits on both stationary and moving targets during day and night. The system can be enhanced with a magnifier, a thermal imager, and is compatible with all generations of military night vision.
“We are proud that the Aimpoint Fire Control System was the selected optic for the MAAWS weapon platform.” said Thane Smith, Professional Sales Director at Aimpoint Inc. “The FCS13RE has a proven hit probably of over 90% for the max effective range of the Carl Gustaf weapon system and is also capable of mounting to various crew-served weapons. Aimpoint will continue to produce the highest quality weapon optics that increase lethality and survivability of our service members.”
For more information on the Aimpoint FCS13RE or any other Aimpoint product, visit the company’s webpage: www.aimpoint.com/products/product-series/fcs-series
Medical Monday: Everyday Carry
Monday, April 25th, 2022SWANSBORO, N.C. – April 25, 2022 – Carry your medical gear comfortably with the 247 Trauma WrapTM.
In the tactical community, one of the most overlooked items can be medical equipment. Depending on your mission, medical equipment can take up a significant amount of “real-estate” on the body, however, High Speed Gear® offers a solution for individuals to carry life-saving medical equipment while increasing the amount of space on the body to remain lethal.
High Speed Gear® offers a 247 Trauma WrapTM that is worn around the ankle for fast and comfortable everyday wear. The 247 Trauma WrapTM allows users to conceal carry their medical gear around the ankle or over a boot. The trauma wrap holds the essentials for stabilizing a gunshot wound and has the option for expandable storage for extra supplies.
“Our mission is to provide tactical gear to our customers that they can depend on; no matter if they are law enforcement, military, or a responsibly armed citizen.” Said Bill Babboni, HSGI® Chief Operating Officer. “The 247 Trauma WrapTM allows you to save room on your kit, while still being able to access your medical gear quickly in case of an emergency.”
The High Speed Gear® 247 Trauma WrapTM is a must-have for all outdoor enthusiasts, first responders and military forces.
Specs:
-Designed for one tourniquet, combat gauze, compact compression bandage and nitrile gloves
-Expandable storage will also fit chest seals, gauze and a clothing cutter, if desired
-Glove pocket on elastic strap folds flat when not used
-Neoprene padding behind tourniquet pocket protects ankle from hard contact with tourniquet and adds grip
-Features breathable spacer mesh for comfort
-Elastic strap offers adaptable fit over the ankle or a boot
PLATATAC Iraq War Playing Cards
Sunday, April 24th, 2022
These are the Iraq War playing cards issued to troops to identify the Coalition’s most wanted.
platatac.com/catalogue/platypus-historical-collection/platatac-iraq-war-playing-cards
SCUBAPRO SUNDAY – ANZAC Day April 25th
Sunday, April 24th, 2022This week on the 25th of April, Australian and New Zealand observe ANZAC day. It is their Memorial Day to remember their falling, it starts with a sunrise service, followed by ANZAC biscuits, and beer with brothers and family. ANZAC day started as a remembrance of the invasion of Gallipoli, now it is used as a Remembrance Day for all who have been lost to war. Gallipoli was a plan hatched by Winston Churchill the first lord of the admiralty in WWI. I had the privilege of spending an ANZAC day in Perth a couple of years back, and it was amazing to see how close we are to our allies in the pacific. So, on the 25th April raise a glass to all of our brothers that have helped support us in everything we have done and helped promote freedom in the world. The ANZACs are the only countries that have been with the U.S. in every war we have fought since WW1, to include Vietnam and the Global War on Terror.
ANZAC is the acronym formed from the initial letters of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. This was the formation in which Australian and New Zealand soldiers in Egypt were grouped before the landing on Gallipoli in April 1915.
The acronym was first written as “A & NZ Army Corps.” However, clerks in the corps headquarters soon shortened it to ANZAC as a convenient telegraphic code name for addressing telegram messages.
I can never do justice telling the story of Gallipoli. Like most of WW1 and other battles, a lot of mistakes were made in the planning, but they were followed up by a lot of brave man doing whatever they had to do so their brothers would live another day. Long Live the Brotherhood.
www.awm.gov.au/learn/schools/resources/understanding-gallipoli
nzhistory.govt.nz/war/the-gallipoli-campaign/introduction
Successful Live-Fire Demo in Sweden of Rheinmetall Mission Master SP and Thales 70mm Guided Rockets
Friday, April 22nd, 2022Rheinmetall’s Mission Master Autonomous Unmanned Ground Vehicle has once again proved its versatile capabilities in a demonstration conducted for six European allies. The Rheinmetall Mission Master SP used laser-guided FZ275 rockets from Thales in a live-fire exercise. The demonstration took place at the Trängslet base of the Swedish procurement agency Försvarets Materielverk (FMV) near Älvdalen. Delegations from Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, Norway, the Netherlands and Poland were present. The Rheinmetall Mission Master SP is part of the Autonomous Unmanned Ground Vehicle (A-UGV) family developed by Rheinmetall Canada.
The Rheinmetall Mission Master SP – Fire Support was equipped with a Rheinmetall Fieldranger Multi remotely controlled weapon station armed with two seven-tube 70mm rocket launchers from Thales Belgium, an important partner of Rheinmetall. For the demonstration, the A-UGV fired Thales FZ275 70mm laser-guided rockets (LGRs) at a 4×4 vehicle located 4 km away from the firing point. The FZ275 LGR is the lightest and longest range 70mm/2.75-inch LGR in its class, delivering metric precision and accuracy, hence providing unfailing fire support to armed forces.
The demonstration marked the culmination of the successful qualification process for the Fieldranger Multi equipped with the Thales 70mm rocket launcher. Previously limited to aircraft, these area saturation and precise strike applications can engage stationary and mobile targets at ranges of up to 7 km with minimal collateral damage. They are now qualified for use with the Mission Master A-UGV. Moreover, this new configuration is now ready to be integrated into other types of platforms and armoured vehicles.
This only represents one of many possible configurations for the Mission Master SP – Fire Support. Featuring a fully modular architecture, this A-UGV can also be equipped with other weapon systems: 12.7mm calibre machine guns, a Dillon Aero M134D gun, or 40mm grenade launchers.
The demonstration at Trängslet was performed using a secure, customized, remotely controlled tablet operating in a fully digitized scenario. Firing was controlled using Rheinmetall command and control software. Rheinmetall and Thales both stressed the critical importance of the human-in-the-loop configuration, meaning that the operator has complete control of the weapon system from target acquisition to final fire authorization.
