TYR Tactical gave us a sneak peek of the new PICO DS-X. Weighing in at less than two pounds, it can be configured with any of TYR’s cummerbunds, including a new cummerbund with the National Molding Tactik buckle. There are multiple new lightweight accessories as well. Coming October.
FN Herstal has released the following information regarding their new small arms cartridges:
FN PERMAX™ 5.56
5.56x45mm SS109 ammunition was originally designed by FN Herstal and adopted by NATO as the second official caliber in 1980. FN Herstal has now engineered the new FN PERMAX™ Enhanced Performance Round (EPR) 5.56x45mm cartridge so as to deliver superior performance in urban combat by passing through barriers such as windscreens, automobile bodywork, glazing or masonry to reach a protected target.
The new FN PERMAX™ 5.56 has excellent mass retention behind barriers, maintaining greater incapacitating effect.
Composed of a hardened steel penetrator and a brass body, the FN® PERMAX 5.56 has been developed to meet and anticipate further environmental European and international legislations requiring use of lead-free ammunition.
FN PROPASS™ 5.56
The new FN PROPASS™ Armor Piercing (AP) 5.56x45mm cartridge is a further addition to the FN® range of ammunition, and is ideally suited when the mission requires defeating hard targets using 5.56 caliber. Featuring a tungsten carbide core, the projectile perforates armored targets or level IV ballistic protection composed of metal or ceramic inserts.
Both FN PERMAX™ 5.56 and FN PROPASS™ 5.56 cartridges are compliant with NATO standards – therefore, compatible with all weapons chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO. These two newly-developed cartridges are qualified on FN Herstal weapons such as carbines and assault rifles (FN SCAR®-SC or FN SCAR®-L), and light machine guns (FN MINIMI® 5.56).
FN ARIA™ .50 RR
In the .50 cal ammunition line, FN Herstal has designed a reduced range cartridge that features a shorter travel distance limited to 3,500m.
Highly reliable without requiring re-zeroing or converted weapons, the FN ARIA™ .50 RR cartridge is dedicated to safe and effective training with .50 cal weapons on shooting ranges that are limited to the use of 7.62mm weapons. With a tracer version also available, the FN ARIA™ cartridge can be provided on belts (4 FN ARIA™ .50 RR + 1 FN ARIA™-T .50 RR-T) for realistic training.
The FN ARIA™ .50 RR cartridges are compatible with all weapons chambered in 12.7x99mm NATO cal (.50 cal), and are qualified on the FN® M2HB-QCB and the FN® M3 machine guns.
Alongside these new developments, FN Herstal proposes an extensive range of .50 cal rounds, including the multipurpose APEI (Armor Piercing Explosive Incendiary).
PLEINFELD, Germany (September 10, 2019) — W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) will showcase high-performance solutions at the 2019 Defense & Security Equipment International (DSEI) in London, England on 10-13 September in Booth S7-324. All of Gore’s products have been proven in the field and over time, ensuring operational readiness, success, and safety.
Meeting Defense Complex, Functional Needs
Products that will be on display include GORE® High Speed Data Cables in robust, compact, and routable designs that support the latest open-source architectures and standardized protocols such as Ethernet, HDMI, and USB. They are proven to deliver data and video transmission with total reliability after installation and during operation in defense aircraft and vehicles.
Also featured will be GORE® Microwave/RF Assemblies that deliver high-quality signals at precise radio frequencies with proven EMI shielding performance. These rugged assemblies in small, lightweight, and highly flexible constructions perform without failure no matter the conditions inside or outside the aircraft and vehicle.
Finally, Gore will display durable, lightweight clothing systems that protect and comfort to keep soldiers safe from extreme environmental impact in the field. GORE® PYRAD® Fabric Technology provides excellent protection against heat and flame by balancing flame resistance, thermal insulation, and thermal stability.
GORE-TEX® Footwear provides maximum protection, promotes agility, and offers perfect climate management for protection against chemical and biological situations in warm or hot zone operations.
NFPA-certified ensembles made with lightweight GORE® CHEMPAK® Selectively Permeable Fabric protects against toxic industrial chemicals and chemical warfare agents.
All of Gore’s products are thoroughly tested and meet, even exceed the most stringent industry requirements and standards to ensure that each product will deliver the highest-quality performance in any defense scenario. When it comes to superior cables, cable assemblies, and clothing, the defense sector continues to rely on Gore to meet their complex, functional needs for today and the future.
For more information, visit Booth S7-324 at DSEI or online at gore.com/dsei2019.
Edgar Brothers is a major distributor of military and law enforcement equipment in the UK. They are hosting a variety of international brands on their booth.
Get your copy of the latest Edgar Brothers catalog here.
Booth S9-135
NEWINGTON, N.H., (September 9, 2019) – SIG SAUER, Inc. will be showcasing the complete SIG SAUER weapons system selected by the U.S. Army in the down-select process for the Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW), at the Defense & Security Equipment International Show (DSEI) in London, September 10-13 at the ExCel London Convention Center.
Displayed in the SIG SAUER Stand (#N4-235), will be the complete SIG SAUER system, including the:
NGSW-AR, Lightweight Machine Gun: a weapon with the firepower and range of a machine gun, coupled with the precision and ergonomics of a rifle. The SIG SAUER Lightweight Machine Gun is an ultra-light, medium caliber machine gun with AR ergonomics, and chambered in 6.8mm hybrid ammunition. Features include quick detach magazines, side opening feed tray, increased available 1913 rail space for night vision and enablers, folding tock, and suppressor.
NGSW-Rifle: a lightweight carbine, chambered in 6.8mm hybrid ammunition that features a free-floating reinforced M-LOK™ handguard, side-charging handle, full ambidextrous controls, folding stock, and suppressor.
6.8mm Hybrid Ammunition: a completely new cartridge offering greater ballistic performance in a smaller package, that’s designed for increased penetration at greater distances with increased velocity and accuracy.
Suppressors: a fast, easy quick-detach system for ease of use that’s designed and engineered to reduce harmful backflow to promote soldier and reduce overall signature.
NEWINGTON, N.H., (September 9, 2019) – SIG SAUER Academy, the leading provider of the highest quality firearms and tactical instruction in the world, is pleased to announce a partnership with FLIR Systems for the Night Vision Operator course , to include the addition of cutting-edge FLIR Night Vision and Thermal Imaging equipment.
“The addition of FLIR products to our Night Vision Operator course will allow SIG SAUER Academy students to experience the latest and some of the most innovative night vision devices, and expand their operational capabilities. This partnership adds significant depth to the course curriculum and allows our students to train with the same equipment in use with Special Forces across the globe,” began Steve “Mato” Matulewicz, Vice President, SIG SAUER, Inc.
The SIG SAUER Academy Night Vision Operator Course is designed for law enforcement and military units to enhance their capabilities and safety with night vision and thermal imagining equipment for critical situations. Taught by experienced Special Forces Operators, students will be introduced to equipment in use with law enforcement and the military while learning tactics to supplement existing methods and procedures.
“The addition of FLIR night vision and thermal technology to the suite of optics offered at SIG SAUER Academy will better equip users with the tactical advantage to not only protect themselves, but complete their mission safely and effectively,” added Jamie Dery, Vice President and General Manager of FLIR’s Outdoor and Tactical Division. “We’re excited to partner with an industry leading brand to better the lives and livelihoods of our customers.”
Founded in 1978, FLIR Systems is a world-leading industrial technology company focused on intelligent sensing solutions for defense, industrial, and commercial applications. FLIR Systems’ vision is to be “The World’s Sixth Sense,” creating technologies to help professionals make more informed decisions that save lives and livelihoods.
The next offering of Night Vision Operator is November 12, 2019 at SIG SAUER Academy in Epping, New Hampshire.
Montreal, Quebec (September 9, 2019) – Revision—the world leader in innovative head protection systems and soldier solutions—has been selected by the Dutch Ministry of Defence (MoD) to supply Batlskin Viper® P6N helmet systems for Dutch Military Forces. The contract for delivery of approximately 48,800 combat helmets was awarded on a full and open competition basis to Revision. Additionally, a 15-year maintenance and support agreement was established, with an estimated completion date of 2034. The bespoke helmet system, developed to the Dutch MoD’s rigorous performance standards and weight requirements, represents the first major advancement in helmet technology for Dutch Military Forces in over 20 years.
“We are extremely proud of the helmet suite that we developed for the Dutch MoD,” said Jonathan Blanshay, CEO, Revision. “Our experienced team of engineers and designers worked with the latest materials to build a user-centric system that offers better protection, optimized fit, reduced weight, and enhanced integration options. Combined, these features ultimately lead to improved operational effectiveness for the soldier. The Dutch MoD’s move to Revision’s Viper P6N system follows the trend started by Denmark and the United Kingdom to upgrade their programs to Revision’s next generation helmets and we expect other NATO countries will follow suit. Our continued investment in cutting-edge materials and efficient, high-volume manufacturing processes cement Revision’s position to meet the growing global demand for customized advanced military helmet systems.”
“The current version [Dutch helmet] dates from the early 1990s and is in urgent need of replacement,” said the Dutch project lead quoted in DMO Magazine, Materieel Gezien (volume 06, 2019). “The helmet from Revision Military was the best in the tests. Among other things, the helmets received the highest rating from the users in the test group.”
The Viper P6N helmet was developed to the exacting standards set by the Dutch MoD, and was selected in part after extensive user trials – proving that Revision’s helmets are chosen by end-users due to comfort, integration and weight. The Viper P6N helmet shell utilized advanced materials (including Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene – UHMWPE) and processes to exceed high protection standards in a lightweight, adaptable and comfortable system. More than 55,000 helmet covers in the new Dutch camouflage, “Netherlands Fractal Pattern” will be supplied in green, tan and white, and all systems will include Revision’s best-in-class APEX Liner system that is infinitely customizable for ultimate comfort and impact protection. Additional accessories include lightweight skeletonized accessory rails and the Wilcox® L4 Shroud. Revision will begin delivering helmet systems to the Dutch MoD later this year.
