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Elbit Systems UK Provides Rapid Delivery Of First Tranche Of XACT Night Vision Goggles To The British Army

Tuesday, December 21st, 2021

London, 17 December 2021 – Elbit Systems UK has delivered the first tranche of its XACT Night Vision Goggles to the British Army as part of a contract awarded by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) to the company in June of this year.

Following First Article Inspections conducted by MOD Defence Equipment and Security (DE&S), this initial consignment of XACT systems was manufactured at Elbit Systems UK’s subsidiary Instro Precision Ltd’s (Instro) facility in Kent. The systems have been delivered from Instro to the British Army for operational use with a lead time of only a few months, demonstrating the company’s agility and its ability to respond swiftly to the needs of the UK Armed Forces.

Representatives from DE&S recently visited Instro’s site to oversee the process and formally provide approval for the initial delivery of the systems to the British Army.

Prior to delivery of this first tranche of systems, a number of XACT nv33 systems were supplied to the 1st Division at Imphal Barracks in York, in order to provide instruction on the capabilities of the Night Vision Goggles to the Divisional Training Advisory Team (DTAT).

The lightweight micro binocular XACT nv33 Night Vision Goggles have been supplied in a helmet-mounted configuration, with size, weight and improved capabilities that have been well-received by the Army. The systems will allow troops to maximise their mission efficiency in dark conditions and enable them to operate at a tactical level in both dismounted and mounted roles. Products from the XACT family are already in operational use with a number of NATO countries including Germany, the Netherlands and Israel.

Martin Fausset, CEO of Elbit Systems UK said:

The manufacture and rapid supply of the XACT nv33 NVGs marks another step in our contribution to the UK Armed Forces, and the presence of DE&S at our facility in Kent reflects that. The NVGs have been proven to enhance operational effectiveness of several militaries globally, and Instro’s work for the UK Ministry of Defence will continue to create more jobs in the UK, growing the local workforce and enhancing skill development in the region.

www.elbitsystems-uk.com

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TNVC Teams with L3Harris as the First Factory Authorized Spare / Repair Parts Distributor for Night Vision Equipment

Monday, December 20th, 2021

“Amateurs talk about tactics, professionals study logistics.” We’ve all heard it, but in the glitz and glam of influencers and social media and “tactical this” and “tactical that,” sustainment and logistics can get somewhat lost in the fray. In the rush to go out and get the newest, and latest and greatest in capabilities, technology, and products, the need to sustain our existing equipment can end up inadvertently playing second fiddle.

Though our name may be “Tactical Night Vision Company,” at TNVC we are committed to providing comprehensive support to professionals and enthusiasts alike, with cradle-to-grave support of our products and systems, from initial consultation, product selection, operational training, and of course, sustainment.

Led by professional military and law enforcement veterans, we understand the need not only to get new equipment, but to keep the equipment we already have still running and serviceable, as demonstrated in our Lifetime Limited Warranty and repair and maintenance programs, as well as being an integral part of our training and training sustainment program.

At TNVC, we’re extremely proud of our enduring strategic partnerships and relationships and the opportunities they allow, such as our relationship with L3Harris’ Integrated Vision Solutions (IVS) business. As a direct distributor for this business, we have been able to greatly expand the accessibility and availability of industry-leading technologies and capabilities such as the ATPIAL, BNVD (AN/PVS-31A), BNVD-1531, and GPNVG, including commercial sales.

We are therefore pleased to announce that we have further expanded our relationship with L3Harris IVS to become the first, Factory-Authorized Spare and Repair Parts distributor for its finished night vision products, not only making it easier to obtain equipment and capabilities, but to sustain them. To facilitate this program, we are also introducing a new Spare/Repair Parts portal on our website, making it easier and more convenient to obtain spare and repair parts for your L3Harris night vision systems than ever before!

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TNVC’s new Spare/Repair Parts portal features an easy-to-use user interface, allowing users to select their system, and choose from a drop-down menu, listing available spare and repair parts, including photographs of the parts, as well as selecting color options (when applicable), displaying the part number, price, and stock status immediately, creating a seamless user experience, whether you need one part or one hundred.

The TNVC L3Harris Spare/Repair Parts Depot is currently live for the L3Harris ATPIAL (all models: ATPIAL-C, AN/PEQ-15, LA-5), with more System Portals coming online soon, including the Next Generation Aiming Laser (NGAL / MAL), BNVD-family (AN/PVS-31, BNVD-1531), GPNVG, and many others (spare and repair parts are available for all systems NOW via e-mail).

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Tactics may win battles, but logistics win wars. TNVC is proud to be able to support all users with full, lifecycle sustainment of their equipment and capabilities. Government, agency, and bulk pricing is available. For more information, please contact:

sales@tnvc.com

Government Sales: govsales@tnvc.com

Dealer Sales: dealersales@tnvc.com

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Shield Sights Announces the RMSx as the New Dedicated Competition Sight

Tuesday, December 14th, 2021

For Immediate Release – Dorset, England, U.K. – Shield Sights, Pioneer of compact red dot optics, is pleased to announce the RMSx as the new dedicated competition sight. The RMSx will replace the original RMS as the dedicated competition optic for Shield Sights.

With competitive shooting being at the core of Shield Sights foundation, the RMSx pulls from the experience of two generations of international competitive pistol shooting experience. The RMSx features a larger viewing window with a distinctive housing and parallax free and an all-new hard dip coated (HDC) polymer lens with a 5H hardness rating. The RMSx shares the same Shield footprint that can be found cut into the slide of many popular handguns and matches the entire RMS and SMS line of optics. The RMSx takes advantage of updated LED and electronic technology that produces increased reliability and longer battery life over a wide variety of conditions.

“Shield Sights started over 25 years ago by developing and manufacturing red dot sights specifically for the Competitive shooter. Over the years we have learned the competitive environment presents a completely different set of variables than are commonly found in other applications,” said James White, CEO Shield Sights “We feel the RMSx provides a perfect balance of features that will meet the needs of the most discerning competitive shooters.”

Features:
-80% larger viewing window
-Clear and parallax free HDC polymer lens with 5H hardness rating
-Low Profile lens for an intuitive co-witness to standard height sights
-Available in 8 MOA and 4 MOA dots
-Updated Electronics with faster refresh rate and better battery life

Dimensions:
-Lens Width: 34mm, 1.4”
-Base Width: 23mm, 0.9”
-Height: 23mm, 0.9”
-Weight: 19g, 0.67oz without battery

Optics are currently available for sale through the Shield dealer network or on the Shield website: www.shieldpsd.com

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Unity Tactical Announces the Release of the FAST MRO Optic Mount

Wednesday, December 8th, 2021

UNITY TACTICAL is excited to announce the release of the FAST™ MRO Optic Mount, designed for Trijicon MRO® and MRO® HD optics.

FAST™ is a series of optic mounts and platforms that provide end users with a quicker sight picture than standard height mounts. A 2.26” optical centerline height provides faster/easier reticle acquisition while wearing electronic ear-pro/communications headsets, night vision goggles and gas masks and allows for more rapid visual processing of the battlefield by promoting a heads-up posture. A heads-up posture also helps users maintain a neutral spine position which is more comfortable while wearing helmets, plate carriers, and other heavy gear.

The FAST™ MRO Mount features a built-in standard height windage-adjustable back up rear iron sight that keep weapons uncluttered, without reducing capability. It also features the FAST™ offset accessory mounting interface.

Compatible with all FAST™ FTC (Flip-To-Center) Magnifier Mounts.

The FAST™ MRO Mount comes with a standard rail-grabber clamp mount, but is designed to readily accept a drop-in American Defense Manufacturing® patented QD Auto-Lock™ Lever with the UNITY™ proprietary nut. (sold separately). This mounting option will provide quick detach capability.

The FAST™ MRO Mount is built from 7075-T6 Aluminum and Type III Hardcoat Anodized Black or FDE*.

FAST™ MRO is now available at unitytactical.com and UNITY TACTICAL Dealers.

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WARNORD – USSOCOM Science and Technology Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) 22.1 Pre-Release

Tuesday, December 7th, 2021

SOFWERX has put out word that the USSOCOM Science and Technology Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) 22.1 submissions will open 12 January 2022.

Special Areas of Interest

PHASE I:

SOCOM221-001: Low SWaP Tactical Ultra-Secure Communications System

DIRECT TO PHASE II:
SOCOM221-D002: Ultra-Compact Long Range Machine Gun Optic

SOCOM221-D003: Miniature Aiming Ranging Laser
SOCOM221-D004: Advanced Precision-Variable Power Scope

(Link to all DoD SBIRs www.dodsbirsttr.mil)

SBIR Process Timeline
01 December 2021: Topics and instructions posted
12 January 2022: DoD begins accepting proposals
TBD: Virtual Industry Q&A sessions
10 February 2022: Solicitation closes and proposals evaluations/award starts
By 6 months after award: Phase I complete
For Phase 1 Topics only: If appropriate, an RFP may be provided with a typical 30-day proposal timeline at or around the end of Phase 1

To lean more visit events.sofwerx.org/sbir22.1.

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Raytheon ELCAN Teams with Leonardo Germany to Deliver Main Combat Sights to the Bundeswehr

Monday, December 6th, 2021

ELCAN Specter DR dual-role sight will be a vital component of the optronic system for infantry missions

Raytheon ELCAN, a Raytheon Technologies subsidiary, and LEONARDO Germany, a Leonardo SpA subsidiary, were awarded a contract for 107,929 sights to provide the main combat sight (HKV) for the German Armed Forces. Leonardo Germany is the prime contractor to the BAAINBw and will provide in-country support.

The ELCAN Specter DR 1-4x is a combined reflex and telescopic sight allowing soldiers to see close up or far away with a single sight. The sights chosen by the Bundeswehr will have a bullet-drop compensator, or BDC, etched reticle and a Picatinny/STANAG rail integrated into the housing with an ambidextrous, easy-to-use, throw lever to switch instantly between magnifications. The sights have an integrated laser filter to help keep soldiers safer on the battlefield.

“The Specter DR dual-role sight is Canadian technology and battle-proven with forces across NATO,” said Mike Lewis, rifle sights mission area lead for Raytheon ELCAN. “The variable magnification and durability of the Specter is a great advantage for the German Armed Forces.”

Deliveries started in the third quarter of 2021.

www.raytheonintelligenceandspace.com/capabilities/products/elcan-specter-sights

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TNVC PVS-14 Powered Bridge Mount (PBM-A) Awarded Patent

Wednesday, October 20th, 2021

Originally introduced in 2019, the TNVC TNV/PVS-14 PBM-A (Powered Bridge Mount – Auxiliary Power) was developed to provide allow end-users to quickly, easily, and effectively convert already-fielded PVS-14 MNVDs (Monocular Night Vision Devices) into a BNVD (Binocular Night Vision Device) configuration. Already in use with military, law enforcement, and individual users, the TNVC PBM has been awarded Patent # US 11,131,843 B2 by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

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While bridge systems that allow two PVS-14 MNVDs to be bridged together are not in and of themselves unique, the patented TNVC PBM features a unique power control system that not only allows both PVS-14s to powered and controlled using a single power control knob and on-board AA battery located within the Powered Bridge Mount. Combined with the articulating design and auxiliary power connection on the PBM-A provides a similar capability and feature set to the USSOCOM AN/PVS-31 family as a retro-fit capability.

Binocular night vision goggles offer significant advantages over individual monocular systems, such as improved depth perception and situational awareness, allowing end-users to process information faster and more accurately. While purpose designed dedicated binocular systems do continue to have advantages over bridged MNVDs such as overall system weight, as much of DoD begins to transition its close combat formations to binocular night vision goggles with programs such as the ENVG-B, many individuals and organizations that already possess PVS-14 MNVDs may not find it immediate feasible or cost-effective to replace them with dedicated binocular systems. The TNV/PVS-14 PBM-A allows those individuals and organizations to obtain many of the advantages of binocular systems without having to purchase brand new dedicated BNVDs.

Conversion to the PBM is non-permanent, and can be quickly accomplished in the field, and is compatible with readily available BNVS “dovetail” style mounts already in use by many organizations. The PBM also features a distinctive “yoke and harness” attachment system to provide the best possible image to the end user by ensuring optical and mechanical alignment of the individual PVS-14s, and is stable enough for collimation.*

TNVC TNV/PVS-14 PBM-A Spec Sheet:

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The TNVC TNV/PVS-14 PBM-A is in-stock and available now at tnvc.com/shop/tnvc-pvs14-powered-bridge-mount

For unit or agency purchases, please contact govsales@tnvc.com for a quote or for more information.

*non-user level maintenance, requires collimation test set

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Milipol 2021: Meprolight Presents the Mepro TIGON – a Hybrid Thermal & Red Dot sight for Both Day & Night target Acquisition

Tuesday, October 19th, 2021

Combining the advantages of uncooled thermal technology with clear, see-through day optics in a single sight, the Mepro TIGON system enables significantly improved operational flexibility

Milipol Paris, 19-22 October, Parc d’Exposition, Stand 5A D067

19th of October 2021 Israel. Meprolight (1990) Ltd. – a member of the SK Group (founded by Mr. Samy Katsav) is a leading manufacturer of electro-optical systems, thermal and night vision equipment, as well as self-illuminated sights for military, law enforcement and civilian applications. The company has completed development of the advanced MIL-STD Mepro TIGON sight. The system integrates the advantages of uncooled thermal imaging technology with those of see-through day optics (“red -dot” sights) in a single product, enabling complete operational flexibility, day and night.

Users in the defense, law enforcement and HLS sectors can benefit from the highly-advanced features of the TIGON, in one, extremely cost-effective solution.

The integrated technology enables operational flexibility for mission success in open terrain, CQB scenarios, densely-vegetated areas – such as jungles – and more. Being compact and lightweight, it reduces weapon-load, improves weapon balance, and simplifies operations compared with similar non-integrated solutions.

For day use, the Mepro TIGON’s large transparent display window and clearly-visible reticle enable rapid target acquisition, with both eyes open. At night, the thermal image projected onto the same display effectively supports spotting and engaging targets in complete darkness and harsh environment conditions, including smoke and dust.

To increase the effective day range of the sight, a tactical magnifier can be fitted behind it, while the digital x2 zoom of its thermal channel may be employed at night.

Additional features and advantages include:

– High accuracy zeroing system

– Wide FOV in both day and thermal modes

– Light sensor for seamless auto-adjustment of day reticle brightness

– Long operating time – thousands of hours in day mode, and more than five continuous hours in thermal mode

– Power-saving mechanism for maximum energy efficiency, without compromising reticle availability

– Low operating costs – powered by two commercial “AA” batteries

– Connectivity enabled through a video-out interface for external monitors and communications systems

– Quick-release high-durability Picatinny rail (MIL-STD-1913) mount

“The Mepro TIGON was developed in direct response to the needs of military, security, and law enforcement users for a sight that both, has high performance capabilities, and, is cost-effective enough to enable large-scale fielding for significantly increasing numbers of night-combat enabled users within forces,” says David Shenhav, S.V.P. Sales & Marketing – Defense, at Meprolight. “It efficiently supports seamless transition between day and night operations combined with changing tactical scenarios, all while subject to harsh environmental and weather conditions.

The system is already in the process of being evaluated by the IDF and introduced to select forces around the world.”

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