The London Metropolitan Police recently adopted the SIG SAUER MCX in 5.56mm. The configuration the chose was on display in the Edgar Brothers booth and we got a photo. As we understand it, the G36s in service will remain but will eventually be pushed to other LE organizations. Interest in the .300 variant of the MCX grows but the caliber must still be certified for LE use in the UK.
I’m not sure which impresses me more; the places I see the SIG MCX show up, or that MARSOC is the Honey Badger of SOF. They definitely have no issue doing it their way. This is by no means an indication of adoption but it’s good to see that are checking things out and have no qualms about acknowledging it.
Noticeably absent from this impressive display of weapons? The M45A1 CQBP.
I literally just saw this yesterday at Modern Day Marine. Magpul said it was coming soon and they weren’t kidding.
The YUGO Zhukov-S Stock’s hinge block for fixed-stock Yugoslavian pattern rifles allows the user to replace their factory buttstock with this folding polymer replacement. The hinge block mounts directly to the unique rear interface of Yugo pattern rifles with the included hardware providing a very robust fit. May require hand fitting due to variances in rifles.
www.magpul.com/products/zhukov-s-stock-yugo
Badger Ordnance has released the Gen 3 Ambi Charging Handle for 7.62mm AR-10/SR-25 and similar weapons. The Ambi Charging Handle is machined from 6061 alloy and MilSpec Type III Harcoat anodized. Note that this charging handle will not work with DPMS G II or Colt 901 rifles.
www.badgerordnance.com/ar-15-10/gen-3-ambi-charging-handle-5-56-mm-based-rifles-1
Badger Ordnance’s Coaxial Laser Range Finder Mount (CRFM) is a designed to facilitate integration of rail mounted Laser Range Finding Systems to a weapon outfitted with a long range optic. Machined from 6061 alloy and MilSpec Type III hardcoat anodized, the CRFM is compatible with all Badger Ordnance Rings and Unimounts, and utilizes the existing scope ring cap mounted in the 6 o’clock position. The height of the CRFM is balanced to clear the objective lens on most optics, keeping the profile of the device low yet still providing an unobtrusive view of the data window. Additionally, the CRFM also allows for the use of other M1913 compatible accessories, such as a micro red dot optic or laser aiming device.
www.badgerordnance.com/night-vision-mounts/coaxial-range-finder-mount-34mm
SIG Sauer was displaying some of their latest firearms, including the P320 striker fired pistol series, the MPX machine pistol, and the MCX carbine, which were available to shoot, which we did.
The MPX was the 9mm SBR variant with the telescoping stock, 8″ barrel, and SIG’s proprietary aluminum handguard. The controls are similar to an AR-15, although it utilizes a short stroke push-rod gas system. The familiarity of the controls makes it easy to adapt to, and it’s an accurate weapon with very little recoil.
The MCX was chambered for .300 BLK and was outfitted with the 9″ barrel and SIG SRD762 silencer, which made it a very quiet gun; with that can, earpro wasn’t really required. The handguard features KeyMod attachment slots, for the attachment of accessories such as a grip or light. Like the MCX, the MCX has AR-15-style controls, and a short stroke gas piston system.
It’s accurate, with very little noticeable recoil. Frankly, it’s a joy to shoot.
The P320 series consists of several sizes of polymer frame, striker fired pistols. All the models at the range day were chambered for 9mm, although chamberings for 357 SIG, .40 S&W, .45ACP are also available, depending on the model. The Sub-Compact model comes with double-stack magazines with a capacity of 12 rounds. The Carry and Medium Full are capable of holding 17 rounds, and the compact can carry 15. They come standard with SIGLITE Night Sights, and the grips are interchangeable.
The Carry was the most comfortable to shoot, although even the Sub-Compact was comfortable despite the smaller frame. The sights were quick to pick up, and the trigger was crisp on each model.
This clear HTC holster was placed among the SIG table; it’s always cool to see non-production demonstration models on display like this.
The UGV Type 1 from Eastonian brand Milrem caught my eye due to its apparent versatility. Unlike other Unmanned Ground Systems, the UGV Type 1 prototype takes up space allowing it to accomplish a wider variety of functions.
Featuring a diesel/electric hybrid engine and band tracks, the Type 1 offers a max speed of up to 50 km/h and can negotiate up to a 45 degree rise. The curb weight is 750kg and offers a 700kg payload.
Milrem anticipates that this home Estonian system will fill roles as remote weapon, resupply, anti-armor, fire fighting, logistics, engineer, demining/CIED, comma relay, medevac and reconnaissance as well as CBRNE.
