HDT’s Containerized Weapon System integrates EO/IR sensors and weapons on a remotely operated mast. CWS can be used individually or networked with one another. It is transportable and can be set up in 30 minutes.
Weapons and sensor options vary from non-lethal all the way to Hellfire missiles. Reloads and maintenance can be accomplished with the mast retracted, under cover.
Made from Composite VX-21 pack fabric (200 p.s.i and waterproof), the Andinista is a mountaineering pack. It’s available in three harness sizes and the bag can be configured to carry between 1800 to 5500 inches thanks to straps, compression zippers and spindrift. The pack weighs just 56 ounces. The Andinista is in the BARS and BAMS templates. It is offered in Black and Coyote.
Features:
-Padded, angled shoulder straps
-2 gear loops on padded, removable hip belt
-Compression zippers
-Removable compression straps
-Whistle-lock on sternum strap
-Hydration system compatible
-Bullet pocket
-Ski slots
-2 daisy chains
-4 haul points
-Contour-cut removable lid
-Removable back pad
-Roll-up snow skirt
-Tool attachment points
One of the coolest features is that the Andinista can be used as a bivy bag. It serves as an elephant foot, keeping the legs out of the snow and ice. The foam padding can be removed and configured to suit the terrain.
Here is Wild Things founder Marie Meunier demonstrating the bivy capability of the Andinista.
The Silent Tactical Energy Enhanced Dismount or STEED, by Hendrick Motorsports is an all terrain, electric power card. It has zero emissions and can carry up to 500 lbs over complex terrain. STEED will even climb stairs and can be used in water.
This is not a robot. It is simple to use. STEED is a two wheeled cart and not gyro stabilized, requiring at least one person to balance and operate the STEED. It features forward and reverse along with a thumb pedal to control speeds from 0-6.5 mph. The two wheels make it easy to maneuver into tight spaces.
STEED began as a USSOCOM mobility project but was temporarily shelved due to other, pressing requirements. It was picked up by Asymmetric Warfare Group for use by squads to transport Subterranean operations equipment. STEED has successfully completed a Combat Validation with SOFWERX.
STEED is also a participating technology in the 2019 Advanced Expeditionary Warrior Experiments.
Although it is envisioned for use in subterranean operations, it handles the transit across rough terrain quite well and would greatly enhance the capability of a squad to move bulky equipment such as weapons along with bulk fuel, food, water, and ammunition as well as casualties.
For more information, contact RFlanagan@hmsracing.com or Christiana Caudill, SWX Communications/Public Relations christina.caudill@sofwerx.org
You can now order five packs of Mechanix Wear’s most popular glove, the Covert M-PACT via National Stock Number. These are TAA Compliant.
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MacroTrac took their I-Trac system, a modular infrastructure system, and created a pallet by adding feet. Once it reaches its destination, it can be used as component parts for a larger matting system. If multiple pallets are used, the entire system can be raised off the ground, or it can be cannibalized for parts. Naturally, it can also be used as a highly durable pallet.
I-Trac has a load capacity of up to 86,400 lbs/sq ft and can be emplaced at a rate of 500 sq ft / man hour.
Hot off the press is the LBT 2486-GIII Chest Rig. It’s the Chest Rig counterpart to the new GIII Light Modular Plate Carrier unveiled at Warrior WEST. It follows the same lightweight, modular design philosophy.
Capable of accepting 1″ and 3/4″ buckles, it is compatible with the same placards as the GIII.
Paragon Force specializes in transport cases. Their latest innovation is a new modular foam system. They use a closed cell cross linked foam. It’s dual density with a 2lbs material as padding and a 4 lbs face material for durability.
Not only do they cut inserts for different weapons, they add the ability to add or subtract foam, based on what accessories are mounted to the weapon.
Debuting today is the Mini SOCP. designed by Special Operations Combatives Program founder Greg Thompson and profuced by Benchmade, this is a more compact version of thr popular dagger.
The 440C stainless blade on the Mini is 2.22″ for enhanced concealability.
Greg showed me another grip for using the knife. Despite the shorter blade, it can still be inserted up to 5″ and pulled out via the ring. If you twist while doing this, it opens the wound channel even more.
On the sheath, they’ve modified the clip to lock into PALS webbing, pockets and belts and added a leather sweat pad to combat abrasion caused by the ring. This sweat pad can be retrofitted to existing SOCPs.
