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Jupiter Optics – Valdai PG-210 Holographic Sight

Tuesday, December 1st, 2015

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At a recent military expo held in Kubinka, Russia, weapon optics manufacturer Jupiter Optics unveiled their new Valdai PG-210 Holographic Weapons Sight. The PG-210 is a 1x Holographic sight designed to reduce target acquisition time and improve accuracy from small arms fire in all lighting conditions. It features 4 night and 5 day brightness levels, and is even NVG compatible. The product page implies that multiple reticle types will be offered for the sight.

The PG-210 is powered by a single AA 1.5V battery, and offers a run time of approximately 2000 hours on the “average brightness value”. It is waterproof up to 2 meters for 1 hour, and has a listed operating temperature range of -40 to 50 °C (-40 to 122 °F). It weights in at 297 grams (~10.5 oz.), with dimensions of 133mm x 80mm x 53mm (5.2 in x 3.1 in x 2 in).

The PG-210 is designed primarily for use with Kalashnikov series rifles, although as it features a built-in mount for Picatinny rails, it can be mounted to a variety of weapons.

Below you can check out the sell sheet for the PG-210 (in Russian).

PG-210 Sell Sheet

Click to view .pdf

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Additional info sourced from Sputnik News.

Note that this article was written primarily using materials machine-translated from the original Russian, and as such some info may have been lost or made unclear in the resulting English. If there are any grievous errors in the information provided, feel free to alert us and we’ll be sure to update the article accordingly.

New Zealand Defence Force To Replace Current Service Pistol With Glock 17

Monday, November 30th, 2015

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Earlier this month, the New Zealand Defence Force announced their current SIG Sauer P226 service pistol is to be replaced with the “new generation” (likely GEN 4) Glock 17 pistol. The pistols will be introduced into service across the New Zealand Navy, Army, and Air Force in the second half of 2016.

Lieutenant Colonel Dean Paul of the Land Capability Delivery Branch had this to say about the adoption of the Glock 17 pistol:

“Ensuring we remain a force equipped to succeed means supplying our people with fit-for-purpose personal protection weapons. This is part of our 2020 strategy for enhanced combat capability and we are pleased to be rolling out the new pistols next year.”

Australian company NIOA Nominees Pty Ltd was awarded the $1.8 million contract to supply approximately 1900 Glock 17s to the NZDF. The contract includes the pistols, along with ancillaries and through-life support.

This follows the announcement earlier in the year that the NZDF is replacing the Steyr AUG rifle currently in service with a Lewis Machine & Tool AR-15 pattern rifle. The particular model of rifle has yet to be announced.

Source: www.nzdf.mil.nz/news/media-releases/2015/20151125-nzdftgngp

New A-TACS iX Camo Gear From UR-Tactical Now Available

Wednesday, November 25th, 2015

Digital Concealment Systems has announced UR-Tactical adopting the new A-TACS iX pattern for their new OPS Battle Uniform and other gear. I’ve got to say, I’m really digging this pattern.  It’s unlike anything else out on the market right now.  The full release can be read below:

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UR-Tactical and A-TACS Camo bring you the latest in a new generation of concealment with their new OPS battle Uniform now available in New A-TACS iX Camo! New A-TACS iX Camo is the first pattern introduction in the new “X” camo lineup and is designed not only to work in transitional environments but also to work when paired up with our AU and FG pattern variants.

UR-Tacticals’ OPS Direct Action Pants are cut from 50/50 NyCo in New A-TACS iX Camo and feature integrated and removable molded knee-pads surrounded by 500D Cordura for added re-enforcement and full-length side zippers that extend from the bottom of the leg to the hip. the lower legs are also fitted and re-enforced with 500D Cordura. The waist features a Hook and Loop closure.

The OPS Direct Uniform Top is cut from New A-TACS iX Camo 50/50 NyCo. Additional features include top and side entry chest pockets for easier access while wearing body armor, Slanted shoulder pockets with Velcro Panels for patches. The sleeves also feature integrated removable elbow pads. There is a fill-zip closure in the front and four pockets on the arms. Completely re-designed for a better fit.

For additional information or to order today, visit them online at: www.ur-tactical.com.

Morgan Advanced Materials Awarded Combat Helmet Contract By Canada’s Department Of National Defence

Friday, November 20th, 2015

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The Composites and Defence Systems business of Morgan Advanced Materials has been awarded the Canadian CM735 Combat Helmet contract. The improved helmet features an innovative ultra-lightweight hybrid composite structure, the result of more than three years of materials research and development and achieves outstanding ballistic performance at an extraordinarily low weight. Morgan’s extensive capabilities have supplied over one million combat helmets as part of the company’s LASA (Lightweight Armored Soldier Architecture) line of products.

Constructed using world leading lightweight composite materials, Morgan’s hybrid composite helmet technology delivers outstanding helmet performance for fragmentation and ballistic protection with improved structural integrity while providing high levels of flame resistance.

The helmet also features Morgan’s latest ballistic and fragment composite technology, which helps to avoid severe injury from back face deformation and dynamic impact to the user’s head when the shell is hit by fragments.

Morgan’s new CM735 Canadian shell provides very high levels of ballistic performance with weight savings of approximately 23 percent over the existing CG634 shell with a weight of less than 920 grams (32 ounces).

“Morgan is honoured to be providing the Canadian Forces with their next generation lightweight ballistic helmet,” said Composites and Defence Systems North America Business Manager James Kempston. “Morgan’s CM735 solution uses the latest composite technology, providing increased protection for substantially less weight. With nearly 25 percent weight reduction it is truly a game changing helmet in an environment where reduced burden is directly related to increased user performance and decreased fatigue.”

www.morganadvancedmaterials.com

Splash Clothing – Soldier On! Clothing

Wednesday, November 18th, 2015

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Splash Clothing is offering a line of clothing with Soldier On! branding. Soldier On! is a UK-based national independent charity devoted to the task of teaching wounded Veterans of the British Armed Forces how to plan and manage their careers. 100% of the money raised from the sale of these clothes will go towards Soldier On!’s efforts.

www.splashclothing.com/products/soldier-on

Milipol 2015: New 3D Capability For Camero’s XAVER400 Through-Wall Imaging System

Tuesday, November 17th, 2015

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The new capability enables differentiation between people and other moving objects; gives clearer understanding of people’s positions behind the wall

Milipol 2015, November 17-20, Paris, France, Hall 5, Aisle D, Stand 123

November 12, 2015 – Camero Tech – a world leader and pioneer in the development and marketing of radar-based through-wall systems – will demonstrate the new 3D capability for its XAVER400 Through-Wall Imaging System at the upcoming Milipol 2015 exhibition. The new capability enables differentiating between people and other moving objects, and gives a clearer understanding of people’s positions through the wall.

According to Camero’s CEO, Amir Beeri, “The addition of the 3D capability to the XAVER400 adds more tools and information for the commander in the field to use in making decisions regarding whether or not to enter a room or a building. Incorrect decisions can be very dangerous, and every additional piece of information in the hands of the commander reduces the chance of casualties.”

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The XAVER400 is a compact, lightweight and durable personal device optimized for the speed of tactical urban operations for military, law enforcement, and search and rescue users. It delivers critical real-time information on the number of people and their location behind walls. It also provides information regarding room dimensions and major infrastructure elements.

Mr. Beeri continued, “This is the most popular system of its type, used by dozens of armies and Special Forces units around the world. The system has been used in operations across the globe, and has received high praise for its life-saving capabilities.”

In addition to the XAVER400, Camero will also present the XAVER100 ultra-portable, handheld presence-of-life detector, the XAVER800 portable, high-performance imaging system, and the new version of the XAVER NET, a ruggedized wireless portable command and control communication platform.

www.camero-tech.com

FirstSpear At Milipol Paris 2015

Monday, November 16th, 2015

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FirstSpear is displaying their latest Personal Protection Equipment with TR-Equipement at Milipol this year. If you’re at the show, stop by at Booth 5 L 195 and check them out.

www.first-spear.com

Meprolight Will Be Displaying New Optics At Milipol Paris 2015

Friday, November 13th, 2015

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MILIPOL 2015: Attention Snipers and Sharpshooters! Meprolight Has New Night Vision and Thermal Offerings for you!

The Company will display an advanced variation of the MEPRO NOA NYX Uncooled Thermal Weapon Sight with higher resolution, and a new generation of the MEPRO HUNTER Sniper’s Night Vision Weapon Sight for maximizing first hit probability

Milipol 2015, November 17-20, Paris, France, Hall 5, Aisle D, Stand 123

November 12, 2015 – Meprolight – a leading manufacturer of thermal and night vision equipment, electro-optical systems, Laser Range Finder systems, and Self-Illuminated sights for military, law enforcement and civil applications – presents new night vision and thermal offerings for snipers and sharpshooters at the upcoming Milipol exhibition. The company will display an advanced variation of the MEPRO NOA NYX with higher resolution, and a new generation of the MEPRO HUNTER Sniper’s Night Vision Weapon Sight for maximizing first hit probability.

According to Benny Kokia, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, “We are happy to present our new solutions, developed by our R&D department. Our close relationships and ongoing communication with our customers allow us to very rapidly translate lessons learned in the field into upgrades for our systems – and to quickly bring the most advanced sights to the market. Both the MEPRO NOA NYX and the MEPRO HUNTER were updated in this type of rapid process. We are pleased that our customers recognize our efforts and appreciate the quality of our products – and that special units have already purchased the new sights.”

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The latest versions of the MEPRO NOA NYX – Lightweight Uncooled Thermal Weapon Sight will be unveiled at Milipol, supporting 640×480 microbolometer cores (17?). They provide a more advanced image, a wider field-of-vision, and longer ranges, and include color displays and overlays. The thermal MEPRO NOA NYX sight guarantees high-quality observation and precision target engagement – enabling efficient day & night operations in low-light conditions, dust & smoke scenarios, and in complete darkness common in CQB.

The sight is provided in a compact, lightweight and durable enclosure, minimizing weapon load and ensuring convenient and reliable operation at all times. Advanced power saving capabilities based on a motion sensor combined with utilization of four commercially available “AA” batteries significantly reduce the sight’s Life Cycle Costs (LCC).

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The new generation of the MEPRO HUNTER Sniper’s Night Vision Weapon Sight with x4 or x6 magnification, optimized for sniper operations, will be launched at the exhibition. Included among the modifications are: An improved zeroing mechanism that allows increased accuracy for both short and long distances – enabling ballistic compensation, as well as changing the reticles for better accuracy; Reduced click size enabling greater precision during the zeroing process; Upgraded adapter that enables user to maintain zeroing during installation and removal of the sight.

www.meprolight.com