Come see us next week at Enforce Tac 2026 over at booth #07-0665 from Monday, February 23rd, through Wednesday, February 25th. Check out our product line-up and catch up with our team to learn more about what’s coming in 2026!
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From 23 to 25 February 2026, Rheinmetall AG will be exhibiting at the Enforce Tac trade fair in Nuremberg. As a leading partner to the armed and security forces, the Düsseldorf-based technology group will present a range of new products and other elements from its tactical portfolio. The divisions will display Vehicle Systems, Weapons and Ammunition, as well as Digital Systems, and present these to users, purchasers, and other trade visitors.
This year’s new additions include:
Fuchs JAGM: For the first time, Rheinmetall is presenting the next-generation Fuchs JAGM, an armoured missile tank destroyer, at a trade fair in Germany. It is the world’s first vehicle to be equipped with 24 vertically launched AGM-179 Joint Air-to-Ground Missiles (JAGMs) or AGM-114L Hellfire Longbows by Lockheed Martin. In combination with its state-of-the-art sensor package, the Fuchs JAGM can detect and engage multiple threats on the battlefield at any time. It is thus capable of counter-attacking up to 24 main battle tanks, as well as air targets, in rapid succession without reloading.
Concept for interconnecting forces, sensors and effectors for rear areas and homeland security:
In times of hybrid warfare, not only combat units on the front line are at risk. Forces and critical infrastructure in the rear areas are also exposed to a variety of threats, ranging from espionage to attacks. In order to be able to respond effectively, extensive interconnection of sensors, effectors and forces across large areas is required.
Rheinmetall will present such a concept, based on the Gladius 2.0 soldier system at Enforce Tac 2026.
New military body armour system: Rheinmetall is unveiling its new military body armour system for the first time. It shields against attacks with firearms, stabbing weapons and explosives. The modular design allows for situation-specific, individually configurable wearing options depending on the purpose and location of use, thus ensuring optimum wearing comfort.
Combat Helmet: Rheinmetall is one of the largest suppliers of combat helmets in the NATO area. Rheinmetall Soldier Electronics has added a new combat helmet to its portfolio. The new model is significantly lighter in weight while offering the same ballistic protection.
Other Rheinmetall highlights at this year’s Enforce Tac are:
Caracal air assault vehicle: The Caracal meets all the modern military’s mobility requirements. It is fast, powerful and versatile. Rheinmetall has combined many years of development expertise by Mercedes-Benz with the newly developed superstructure.
Squad Support Weapon SSW40 – the world’s first automatic, magazine-fed, shoulder-fired grenade launcher for 40 mm ammunition. Its weight, dimensions and handling of the SSW40 are similar to those of an assault rifle.
Laser/laser light modules and fire control technology – Rheinmetall’s proven laser and laser light modules will be on display at the stand and during live demonstrations in the Enforce Tac Village. These include the VarioRay and PTAL laser light modules, which are designed for pistols, and the VTAL modular laser module, which is designed for special forces. The company will also be showcasing the FCS-MR500, FCS-MR800 and FCS-TacRay ballistic fire control systems, as well as other products from Rheinmetall Soldier Electronics.
Rapid Obscuring System ROSY – the proven ROSY rapid obscurant system protects land, air and sea vehicles even when in motion through a spontaneous fog shield. The ROSY_L variant can be seen on the Caracal at Enforce Tac 2026.
Exclusive pyrotechnic equipment – Rheinmetall offers numerous exclusive pyrotechnic devices, including 9-Bang stun grenades and the Spectac cuboid grenade. Both feature bottom-top venting technology for maximum handling safety.
Paramir – this lightweight, compact, hand-fired signalling rocket is available as a flare in various colours, including an infrared variant, as well as a smoke-trail and NBC signalling version. It reaches an altitude of around 100 metres, with an illumination time of approximately 15 seconds.
Ammunition expertise: Rheinmetall is one of the world’s leading developers and producers of ammunition with a calibre of 20 mm or higher. Visit our stand to experience more about our portfolio of medium-calibre, armour-piercing and artillery ammunition.
Rheinmetall – Partner of the armed and security forces
For many years, Rheinmetall has been a partner not only to the armed forces, but also the authorities and organisations responsible for security in Germany and around the world. Its portfolio of public security products includes components for ballistic protection equipment, special weapons and devices for police operations, as well as optics and optronics for day and night reconnaissance and surveillance. It also includes drone detection and defence systems and protected emergency vehicles.
At Enforce Tac 2026, visitors can find out more about Rheinmetall’s extensive portfolio at stand 426 in hall 10. The next-generation Fuchs JAGM armoured missile tank destroyer will be presented at our other Enforce Tac stand 310 in the “Armed Forces Area” in hall 11.
IWA OutdoorClassics, the world’s leading exhibition for hunting, shooting sports, outdoor equipment and civilian security, is once again placing a highly relevant societal topic at the center of its focus this year. Under the overarching theme “From Survival to Crisis Preparedness – Opportunities for the Trade,” IWA Vision explores the growing public interest in personal resilience, emergency planning and sustainable security solutions. With the patronage assumed by Joachim Herrmann, Bavarian State Minister of the Interior, the discourse surrounding these issues gains additional relevance and political context.
Political Relevance of the Focus Topic
The public debate surrounding crisis preparedness, power outages, supply shortages and personal security strategies has gained significant momentum in recent years. This became especially evident when a power outage in Berlin in January 2026 demonstrated how quickly essential services can reach their limits — and how crucial robust emergency plans have become for both the population and critical infrastructure. Against this backdrop, IWA OutdoorClassics is pleased to receive political support: Bavarian Minister of the Interior Joachim Herrmann is assuming the patronage of IWA OutdoorClassics 2026. This decision underscores how firmly the topic of crisis preparedness has become anchored in political discourse and how relevant the role of the specialist trade has become in this context.
Minister of State Joachim Herrmann, Member of the Bavarian Parliament – Bavarian Minister of the Interior, for Sport and Integration and patron of IWA OutdoorClassics 2026.
More and more retailers and manufacturers are recognizing that these developments are creating a market shaped by great responsibility, increasing demand for information and clear opportunities for high quality products and professional consulting. Joachim Herrmann explains: “For decades, IWA OutdoorClassics has represented a highly professional, responsible and innovation?driven industry. Today, the focus extends far beyond products for hunting and shooting sports — topics such as civilian security, resilience and supply capabilities are increasingly shaping the public debate. Especially in times when national and international events remind us how vulnerable modern infrastructures can be, crisis preparedness is gaining in importance.
Qualified specialist retailers play a central role in this context: Many hunting and shooting sports retailers already take on essential responsibilities in civilian supply — offering equipment for crisis and emergency preparedness as well as security products, all accompanied by expert advice. These retailers possess decades of experience in handling sensitive goods, technical equipment and responsible customer interaction. Their expertise makes them ideal points of contact for people seeking to prepare for extraordinary challenges.
Crisis preparedness is in good hands within the specialized trade — and the hunting and shooting sports retail sector has already provided remarkable support to the public in this regard. It is precisely this combination of know?how, quality and responsibility that makes IWA OutdoorClassics such a unique platform. Here, specialist retailers, industry leaders and experts come together to discuss solutions that are highly relevant not only for specialized sectors, but also for the overall security and preparedness capabilities of our society.
IWA demonstrates one thing clearly: we have a strong and capable specialist retail structure — and retailers who are ideally positioned to meet the growing demands associated with crisis prevention and preparedness equipment.”
Save the Date: Bavarian Minister of the Interior Joachim Herrmann on the SHOOTING EXPERTS’ Stage
In his keynote on Saturday at 11:40 a.m., Bavarian Minister of the Interior Joachim Herrmann will address current developments in the areas of civilian security and crisis preparedness. He will place a particular focus on the role of specialized retailers. His contribution adds a clear political perspective and strengthens the professional dialogue at IWA.
IWA Vision: Expertise for Retail, Industry and Media
With this year’s IWA Vision program, the trade fair sets a strong content-focused highlight, offering visitors in depth insights into risk scenarios, new business models and strategic product decisions.
1. Vision Keynote: A Possible Blackout – Causes and Consequences
What happens if a large-scale power outage hits Europe?
The keynote by international blackout and crisis preparedness expert Herbert Saurugg examines the causes, systemic vulnerabilities and societal impacts of a blackout—an issue that has gained urgency due to real incidents and the changing security environment.
2. Expert Panel: Strategic Product Selection from Survival to Crisis Preparedness
In the subsequent expert panel featuring Herbert Saurugg, crisis retailer Florian Würtenberger, Thomas Gessler (ÜberlebensHeld), survival expert Martin Linke, and Johannes Kouba (Critical Knowledge – Medical Training Solution), retailers receive concrete guidance on which product groups will become increasingly important—ranging from energy management and emergency power to first-aid equipment and communication tools that remain functional without infrastructure.
Another highlight of the exhibition is the IWA Vision Area, where manufacturers present their crisis-relevant products and solutions—bringing the thematic focus directly to the product level. Located right behind the SHOOTING EXPERTS’ Stage, the area offers retailers a compact overview of practical approaches, equipment and services that are becoming ever more important in the field of crisis preparedness.
Critical Knowledge – Knowledge transfer & training for crisis competence
Überlebensheld – Online retailer offering products and equipment for crisis preparedness
Sandberg (A&P) – Equipment solutions for emergency and preparedness concepts
Wash Innovation (A&P) – Water management and hygiene solutions for challenging operational scenarios
The IWA Vision Area combines information, inspiration and tangible product impulses—directly accessible to retailers looking to future proof their assortment.
About IWA OutdoorClassics
From 26 February to 1 March 2026, IWA OutdoorClassics will take place in Nuremberg – the leading B2B platform for the hunting and shooting sports industry. The trade fair showcases a wide range of products: from hunting, sport and airsoft firearms to ammunition, optics and knives, as well as high quality apparel, outdoor equipment and tactical gear.
With exhibitors and visitors from more than 120 countries, the event creates a unique international network for decision-makers, manufacturers and specialist retailers. Through personal exchange and targeted networking, valuable connections are formed that shape the market of tomorrow.
IWA OutdoorClassics remains exclusively reserved for trade visitors, ensuring a qualified audience actively seeking new business opportunities. More than 1,000 exhibitors are expected for IWA OutdoorClassics 2026.
PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. – The U.S. Army has established the Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Agile Sustainment and Ammunition, PAE AS&A, at Picatinny Arsenal under the command of Maj. Gen. John T. Reim. The move is a key part of broader Continuous Transformation efforts intended to increase efficiency and accelerate the delivery of critical capabilities to the warfighter.
The new organization was activated at a ceremony held on January 20 at Picatinny Arsenal where several thousand team members from all involved organizations were introduced to the new command. The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology, the Honorable Brent Ingraham, presided over the ceremony and spoke to the significance of the new organization as a key part of the Army’s Acquisition reform initiative.
Following the ceremony, Ingraham witnessed a live demonstration featuring the Purpose Built Attritable System and a TRV-150 drone dropping smoke and a M69 training grenade onto a target simulating a small group of enemy Soldiers with a vehicle. This showed off one of DEVCOM’s latest innovations, the Picatinny Common Lethality Integration Kit or Picatinny CLIK. These are just a few of the of lethal UAS and counter-UAS technologies being developed by U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center. The DEVCOM Armaments Center now serves as the Systems Center, a key enabler, of the PAE AS&A.
Subject matter experts from the PAE AS&A and DEVCOM Armaments Center then also briefed Ingraham on other lethal UAS, counter-UAS munitions, advanced artillery, next-gen energetics, expeditionary logistics and supply chain enabling systems that are the result of joint efforts of the two Picatinny based organizations.
“This marks a significant milestone in our journey to modernize Army Acquisition,” Ingraham said as he addressed the audience. “We are combining the capabilities of the Joint Program Executive Office for Armaments and Ammunition with critical combat logistic capabilities from PEO Combat Support and Combat Support Services to ensure fully capability alignment under our new structure.”
“Today we turn the page to an exciting new chapter in Army Acquisition,” Ingraham continued. “Every role in the organization plays an invaluable part in this journey. Cross organization engagement and agility are essential in ensuring the success of this transition. The future of Army Acquisition is bright and PAE AS&A is poised to lead the way.”
Ingraham’s visit underscored the installation’s vital role the various commands at Picatinny Arsenal play in maintaining readiness — delivering the capabilities, expertise, and innovation that ensures our Warfighters and allies are equipped to succeed in any environment.
“As we embark on this journey, we align our actions with the strategic guidance provided by our leadership including the President of the United States, the Secretary of War, the Secretary of the Army and the Chief of Staff of the Army,” said Reim who followed Ingraham. “This initiative is not merely a restructuring of our acquisition processes. It is a fundamental rethinking of how we approach the delivery of capabilities to our Soldiers, our joint warfighters, and our international partners.”
Legacies of Excellence
The Army is fundamentally restructuring its acquisition process to prioritize speed and efficiency over traditional approaches. As part of this initiative, the Army is establishing six Portfolio Acquisition Executives with increased focus on capabilities over specific programs.
The transformation includes the integration of the former Program Executive Office Combat Support and Combat Service Support, PEO CS&CSS, into the Capability Program Executive for Combat Logistics, CPE CL, led by Brig. Gen. Camilla White. PEO CS&CSS brings an unmatched history of logistics and sustainment support to the new CPE CL. It encompasses more than 200 programs spanning the Army’s transportation, ordnance, quartermaster, engineer, and training equipment portfolios.
As the CPE CL, it will continue to develop and deliver modernized tactical wheeled vehicles, engineering equipment, watercraft, power generation systems, and other force sustainment capabilities to Army, Joint, and global partners.
At the same time, the Joint Program Executive Office for Armaments and Ammunition, JPEO A&A, will realign into the Capability Program Executive for Ammunition & Energetics, CPE A&E, led by Col. Jason Bohannon. JPEO A&A has consistently delivered innovative acquisition solutions to provide Joint Warfighters and allied partners with overmatch capabilities. The JPEO was comprised of four project offices covering Combat Ammunition Systems, Close Combat Systems, Maneuver Ammunition Systems and Joint Services.
As the CPE A&E, it retains responsibility for life-cycle acquisition management of all conventional ammunition, which includes integrating budgets, acquisition strategies, research and development and life-cycle management across all ammunition families.
CPE CL will be headquartered at Detroit Arsenal, Michigan, while CPE A&E will remain at Picatinny Arsenal. Unlike the previous Program Executive Offices, each PAE will have comprehensive responsibilities and accountability for managing the full spectrum of acquisition activities, including requirements development, technology maturation, product development, testing, contracting, fielding, sustainment, and international sales. This flattened acquisition system empowers PAEs to make timely, risk-based decisions and accelerates capability delivery to Warfighters through problem-focused requirements, smarter contracts, informed risks, and faster pivots.
“This restructure achieves unity of command by establishing and empowering PAE AS&A with the full authority to direct research and development, prototyping, testing, production, and sustainment,” said Reim. “By prioritizing outcomes over processes, this new construct empowers us to award contracts faster by cutting through bureaucracy. Overall, this approach unburdens the acquisition enterprise and allows us to deliver warfighting capabilities at speed and scale.”
Accelerating Ammunition Acquisitions
Under the leadership of Maj. Gen. Reim, PAE AS&A will oversee an entire capability area including all conventional ammunition requirements including direct and indirect fire ammunition, close combat systems, explosives, and pyrotechnics, in addition to logistics, fielding, and sustainment. PAE AS&A will have oversight of the organic munition production facilities.
Maj. Gen. Sean Davis will serve as the new Deputy Portfolio Acquisition Executive adding the sustainment capabilities of the Army’s Combined Arms Support Command, CASCOM to PAE AS&A. CASCOM trains and develops adaptive Sustainment professionals for the total force while integrating innovative Army and Joint Sustainment capabilities, concepts and doctrine to sustain large scale combat operations in a multi-domain operations environment. It is also a part of Transformation and Training Command and is located at Fort Lee, Virginia. PAE AS&A is committed to supporting the warfighter through an innovative approach to ammunition acquisition and sustainment that leverages existing authorities to deliver tangible benefits, including accelerated capability delivery, smarter contracts, and informed risk management.
In addition to the two new CPEs, PAE AS&A will oversee multiple acquisition enablers including senior contracting officials, a test and evaluation integrator, the Sustainment Future Capability Directorate and the system center lead overseeing coordination among Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Centers. The PAE AS&A System Center Lead is Chris J. Grassano, the firector of the DEVCOM Armaments Center. The new structure will enable holistic management of conventional ammunition development, production and sustainment under a single command resulting in increased efficiencies and accelerated delivery of lethality aligned with the emerging Army Warfighting Concept.
Looking Ahead
In conjunction with this reform, the Army is investing $1.1 billion per year to overhaul depots, arsenals, and ammunition plants that produce and sustain Army equipment. This commitment will not only modernize facilities but also strengthen the defense supply chain and create jobs.
For industry partners, these reforms will mean faster contracts, clearer points of entry, and fewer bureaucratic hurdles. Soldiers will benefit from receiving new capabilities, such as drones, long-range fires, and next-generation command and control systems, years faster than before.
By Michael Chambers and Eric Kowal
Partnering with the U.S. Army to Improve Warfighter Protection
Washington, DC | February 17, 2026 — The Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Act was signed into law on February 3, 2026, enacting a $7.5 M program increase within Army research and development for Aware Custom Biometric Wearables to advance military hearing protection, communications solutions, and biometric sensing for U.S. warfighters. Aware Defense is the program execution lead, responsible for end-to-end delivery in support of Program Executive Office (PEO) Soldier and the U.S. Army, including unit-level fielding, integration support, and performance feedback across participating training and operational units.
Aware appreciates the leadership of Senator Jon Ossoff, Senator Raphael Warnock, and the Georgia congressional delegation, whose support was instrumental in securing the program increase. The funding enables the Army’s service-level fielding of Aware’s custom in-ear solutions, utilizing its patented 3D digital scans of the deep ear canal to protect soldiers across a wide range of high-noise environments.
“This investment supports a Georgia-based small business delivering leading-edge innovation for our national defense and expanding economic opportunity for rural communities,” said Senator Jon Ossoff. “I was proud to support this funding because it advances urgently needed hearing protection and invests in biometric innovation that can improve readiness across the force, while creating high quality manufacturing and technology jobs in rural Georgia.”
Aware Defense is looking forward to working with Program Executive Office (PEO) Soldier and the U.S. Army to evaluate and accelerate unit-level deployment of a scalable capability including digital scanners, custom in-ear protection, biometric sensing, and its integration with existing communications equipment, helmets, and other over the ear devices, across multiple U.S. Army training and operational units.
“We are proud to see this initiative signed into law and grateful to the leaders who recognized the urgency of preventing hearing loss and the necessity of advancing biometric capabilities for the force,” said Sam Kellett, Jr., Chief Executive Officer of Aware.
“This program increase accelerates the Army’s ability to deploy custom-fit hearing protection built from each soldier’s unique ear anatomy using Aware’s patented 3D ear scanning technology, delivering superior protection and exceptional comfort at scale. We are transforming the human ear into a platform for health and human performance through our hearable,enabling continuous monitoring of brain and physiological signals vital to advancing readiness.”
The modern battlefield bombards soldiers with explosions, gunfire, vehicle, and aircraft noise — all at volumes and frequencies that damage hearing. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, “hearing problems are by far the most prevalent service-connected disability among Veterans,” with an estimated annual cost of more than $4 billion. This dual-use technology will deliver tens of thousands ofcustom-fit hearing protection sets to U.S. warfighters while also addressing the same issues faced by civilian workers in high-noise industries — achieving both military and economic benefits.
“Aware Defense is ready to execute,” said Stu Booker, Chief Operating Officer of Aware Defense. “Working side-by-side with the U.S. Army, we will accelerate fielding of our precision-fit hearing protection at scale by running seamless 3D ear scanning operations, which are instrumental in advancing biometric capabilities by serving as the nexus between operational user requirements and research priorities, accelerating iteration and transition to field ready solutions.”
“This initiative reflects the strong support of our federal, state, and local partners aligning around a mission that is simple and urgent: protect the warfighter,” said Bert Steele, Lt Col, USMCR (Ret.), Chief Strategy Officer of Aware.
“Aware is committed to investing in rural economic development and this funding supports high-value technical jobs, workforce training, and long-term growth aligned with Georgia’s rural economic development priorities, while expanding future biometric capabilities that will provide an operational advantage for our military.”
Aware Defense has Department of War ground and aviation unit-level customers — Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command — using Aware’s products in training and real-world operations. Aware’s products have been formally evaluated by the Office of Naval Research, supported through DoD Small Business Innovation Research funding, and recognized with multiple innovation awards, including the CES Innovation Award in 2016, Top Twelve Health Techpreneurs in the Healthcare Innovation World Cup in Germany in 2024, and Top Eight Wearable Technologies Startups in the U.S. for 2025.
Aware is headquartered in Atlanta, with a Hearable Lab in San Diego, CA, and additional facilities in Quitman, GA, and Madison, FL, employing personnel in high-paying advanced manufacturing and technical roles. This funding will create quality jobs aligned with Georgia’s workforce goals while supporting new facilities and economic growth in Brooks County. Plans are underway to build a manufacturing facility in a Tier 1 Rural County for economic development — that will deliver more high-paying jobs, workforce training, and high-tech innovation, positioning South Georgia as a leader in advanced manufacturing and technology.
These funds build on prior investments from the Department of Defense and the hearing industry that enabled Aware to develop real-world solutions, which it is now delivering to protect warfighters and prevent hearing loss.
Aware Custom Biometric Wearables is the parent company of Aware Defense and a leader in custom in-ear devices for hearing protection, communications, and biometric monitoring, all powered by patented 3D ear scanning technology. Aware Defense is led by retired DoD military personnel with deep operational experience, keeping development and fielding anchored to end user requirements. Proudly made in America.
Stop by to experience the complete product line including the FAST® helmet system, the global standard trusted by Global Special Operations Forces and Nation Police SWAT teams worldwide. Ops-Core’s fully integrated system seamlessly combines optics, respiratory protection, and AMP® communication headsets to deliver lightweight protection, enhanced situational awareness, and uncompromised performance.
Available through the NSPA contract, Ops-Core solutions simplify procurement and accelerate fielding for allied forces.
Visit Us in Booth 7-747 alongside our German partner IEA MIL-Optics GmbH in Nuremberg to see how we continue to define the future of integrated headborne capability!
Nashville, TN – ZeroTech Optics is proud to announce the launch of the new Thrive 1-10×24 SFP Illuminated LPVO series, delivering enhanced versatility, precision, and rugged performance for shooters who demand more from their low power variable optic.
The new 1-10×24 LPVO lineup expands the popular Thrive family, offering a true 1x for rapid target acquisition and extending out to 10x magnification for confident mid-range engagement. Designed for competition, tactical applications, and dynamic hunting scenarios, the Thrive 1-10×24 provides the flexibility modern shooters require in a single optic.
The series is available in three illuminated reticle configurations:
TH11024RAR-IR – RAR Illuminated
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PHR4 – TH11024P4-IR
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G4 – TH11024G-IR
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Each model features a second focal plane (SFP) illuminated reticle, engineered to provide crisp holdover references while maintaining a bold, daylight-bright center aiming point at 1x.
Built for Speed and Precision
The Thrive 1-10×24 LPVO bridges the gap between close-quarters speed and extended-range precision. At true 1x magnification, shooters benefit from rapid, both-eyes-open shooting similar to a red dot (https://zerotechoptics.com/product-category/red-dot/), while the 10x top end offers increased target identification and precision for longer shots.
Precision-machined from high-grade materials, the optic delivers durability you can rely on in harsh field conditions. The illuminated reticle system ensures optimal visibility across varying light environments, from bright daylight to low-light engagements.
Key Features
• True 1-10x magnification range for maximum versatility
• Second focal plane illuminated reticle options
• Daylight-bright illumination settings
• Precision tracking turrets
• Durable, weather-resistant construction
• Designed for competition, tactical, and hunting applications
Reticle Options for Every Shooting Style
The addition of the PHR4 and G4 expands the versatility of the Thrive 1-10 platform. The PHR4 offers precise holdover and windage references for distance shooting, while the G4 provides a clean, intuitive aiming solution ideal for fast transitions and hunting scenarios. The RAR configuration delivers a balanced design optimized for rapid acquisition and practical field use.
The Thrive family continues to represent exceptional value without compromise, delivering dependable performance across a wide range of shooting disciplines. With the addition of the 1-10×24 LPVO models, ZeroTech further strengthens its commitment to providing shooters with high-performance optics engineered for real-world use.
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Carson City, NV – LIFT Aviation and LIFT Airborne Technologies proudly announce the launch of the AV3 Assault, a Next-Generation Rotary Wing Helmet, engineered for Department of War personnel, Military Contractors, and General Aviation helicopter pilots. Designed from the ground up for modern rotary wing operations, the AV3 Assault delivers a powerful combination of advanced protection, mission adaptability, and all-day comfort.
Designed for uncompromising performance, the ALSE/DOI-certified AV3 Assault features a lightweight carbon fiber shell paired with a next-generation EPS impact frame integrated with Koroyd® impact protection plates. This advanced construction delivers exceptional impact protection while enhancing airflow for sustained comfort in demanding operational environments. A Quick-Adjust Nape Fit System and two-piece DriFire® Airmesh Comfort Linerwork together to provide a secure, breathable, and moisture-wicking fit, with precise adjustability across a wide range of head sizes.
The AV3 Assault is engineered for mission versatility and advanced system integration, including:
Optimized weight distribution and a refined center of gravity reduce neck fatigue without compromising protective performance, allowing pilots to stay focused during demanding rotary wing operations.
Whether operating in combat zones or executing the most demanding flight profiles,. the AV3 Assault sets a new standard for Rotary Wing Helmet protection, comfort, ventilation and performance. Meeting the evolving demands of today’s aviation professionals across military, contractor, and civilian applications.
The AV3 Assault will make its official debut at Verticon 2026.
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