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Exclusive AXL + Shaw Concepts ARC V2 in MultiCam Black (Limited Release)

February 2nd, 2024

Available one-time only while supplies last, this will not be a regular stocking item, so if you’re on the fence, now is the time.

Introducing the Shaw Concepts ARC V2 Suite in Multicam Black. This first-ever Multicam Black offering is available exclusively through www.AXLadvanced.com.

This limited bundle features the Shaw Concepts ARC V2 carrier in Multicam Black and AXL’s add-on accessories in one comprehensive package.

The set comes with:

-ARC V2 Front and Rear Plate Bags

-Base Shoulder Straps

-ARC Pontoons

-ARC V3 Placard

-Triple 5.56 Insert

-AXL Equinox Cummerbund

-AXL Structural Shoulder Pads

-FirstSpear Tubes Buckles

www.AXLadvanced.com

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B5 Systems – Modular Machine Gun Stock

February 2nd, 2024

You may have noticed the unique stock on Ohio Ordnance Works’ New 338 Norma Mag Lightweight Medium Machine Gun, the Recoil Enhanced Automatic Precision Rifle (REAPR).

It’s the Modular Machine Gun Stock from B5 Systems. Made from long glass fiber advanced polymer, it features an adjustable length of pull, integral 4-position adjustable cheek comb, low profile shoulder stay, and recoil dampening buttpad.

The stock was designed to offer enhanced ergonomics and feature points for machine guns. Although it debuted on the OOW REAPR but they also have a 1913 compatible version, with 240 and 249 variants in the pipeline. The stock features an optimized cheek weld while still allowing side folding capability (operating system dependent). The weight of the stock is dependent upon the weapon system/attachment point.

Presently available to Government and OEM customers in Black and Coyote Brown.

The REAPR is also outfitted with the P23 Grip and MLOK Rail Covers from B5 Systems.

b5systems.com

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Sneak Peek – Tac Denim by Origin USA

February 2nd, 2024

Origin USA, based in Farmington, Maine founded by Pete Roberts and co-owned with Navy Seal Jocko Willink, has been developing a tactical denim in collaboration with Mike Glover of Fieldcraft Survival and they are getting closer to a release date targeting Spring 2024. The cotton was grown in Texas. The denim was milled in Georgia and the pants are being sewn in North Carolina. 100% Made in America with American hands.

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FirstSpear Friday Focus – Beanie & Neck Gaiter

February 2nd, 2024

Introducing the two latest editions to the FirstSpear ACM Lineup.

Neck Gaiter

Cut from the latest addition to the ACM family of materials and design, the Neck Gaiter – ACM 150 is the next evolution in FirstSpear layering systems. Years of feedback amongst clandestine units, across continents and bushwhacks abroad, provided our designers and engineers all the dope they needed to produce the Neck Gaiter of the 21st Century. With cutting edge stretch and durability, quality American stitching and color selections, you’ll be glad you squared yourself away with this one.

Beanie

The Beanie – ACM 150 is the latest advancement in our lineage of wool beanies. Made from the same revolutionary 150 wool blend as the Hooded Field Shirts v2. This Beanie provides the same stretch, durability and quality American stitching as the Neck Gaiter. Combine these two for solid protection.

Both are constructed of ACM Base 150 – 55% Lenzing FR, 33% Wool, 12% Nylon.

Visit FirstSpear to find American Made kit and accessories, Built For The X.

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Marine Corps Selects Prototyping Participants for Medium Tactical Truck Development Program

February 2nd, 2024

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. — The Marine Corps has selected Mack Defense and Navistar Defense to participate in Phase I for the development of the Medium Tactical Truck (MTT) program. This pivotal phase, spanning an estimated 12 months, will see the performers leveraging the Corps’ top-level requirements to submit innovative design concepts and comprehensive project plan for Phase II (prototype build phase).

The Medium Tactical Truck is slated to replace the existing Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement (MTVR) fleet, including Cargo, Dump, Wrecker, Tractor, and Re-Supply Variants. The focus of the competitive prototype phase will be on the Cargo variant.

Key top-level requirements for the Medium Tactical Truck include:

Cargo Variants: The MTT Cargo variants consist of three configurations:

a 10 ft Cargo bed

b 15 ft Cargo bed

c 20 ft Cargo bed

Hybrid Electric Technologies: Integration of hybrid electric technologies for reduced fuel consumption, extended range, and a silent watch capability.

Onboard and Export Power: 10 kW on-board power generation to support all mission packages and scalable exportable power up to 30 kW to meet external system power demands.

Mobility: Continued robust all terrain mobility with a 70% off-road and 30% on-road mission profile, with a unique 60” water fording capability specific to the United States Marine Corps (USMC).

Safety and Stability: Advancements in safety and stability control systems, increased interoperability, and heightened mission flexibility through modularity and open systems architecture.

Armor System: Modular and scalable armor system that allows for the change/upgrade of force protection and survivability levels, considering ease of installation and maintenance.

Maintenance and Reliability: Advancements in condition-based maintenance systems, increased reliability, durability, and corrosion prevention.

The Marine Corps looks forward to collaborating with Mack Defense and Navistar Defense in this crucial development phase, working toward the common goal of delivering a Medium Tactical Truck that meets the diverse and challenging needs of Marine Corps missions.

Marine Corps Systems Command

USMC Photo by Sgt Christian M Garcia

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Ammunition Production Capacity Increasing: Várpalota Ammo Plant Continues to Grow

February 1st, 2024

The new Rheinmetall ammunition plant in Várpalota, Hungary, currently being built by the Hungarian holding company N7 on behalf of the joint venture company Rheinmetall Hungary Munitions Zrt., is now poised to expand as planned. The second phase of construction started in January 2024.

The concept for a multi-phase expansion of the plant existed prior to February 2022 and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The project constitutes a strategic Hungarian investment in cooperation with Rheinmetall in response to the shortfall in ammunition already apparent at the time given the anticipated increase in demand in Europe and NATO. Furthermore, it has the added aim of reducing Europe’s dependence on overseas imports.

Just one year ago, the foundation stone was laid in Várpalota for the first part of the new Rheinmetall plant, where the joint venture company Rheinmetall Hungary Munitions Zrt. will in future produce ammunition for various systems. The first expansion phase of the plant will enable production of 30mm medium-calibre ammunition for the Lynx infantry fighting vehicles which will be built by Rheinmetall at its new tank plant in Zalaegerszeg, Hungary. Production starts in 2024.

Now set to begin, the “Várpalota 2.0” expansion will increase the size of the plant by 20 hectares to approximately 120 hectares. The number of employees will grow to up to a total of 200.

In addition, the product range will expand to include new types of ammunition, principally 155mm artillery shells for the PzH 2000 self-propelled howitzer and 120mm ammunition for the Leopard 2 main battle tank and its potential follower, the Panther KF51 EVO. Production is slated to begin in early 2026. Furthermore, Rheinmetall also plans to carry out development and acceptance testing at Várpalota.

Part of this strategic expansion of capacity for the production of ammunition in Hungary is also an additional plant for the production of explosives (RDX), which is being built in parallel on the same site and also in a joint venture between Reinmetall and N7. This will also make a major contribution to ensuring the security of supply of this elementary raw material for ammunition production in Europe.

Part of the Várpalota’s output will meet the needs of the Hungarian armed forces, with the rest destined for export.

In addition to the newly built plant operated by Rheinmetall Hungary Munitions Zrt., today Rheinmetall already produces ammunition in Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, South Africa, Australia and the United States.

Posted in Ammo, Industry, International, Press Release | 5 Comments »

Allen-Vanguard Awarded Contract to Supply SCORPION ECM Systems to a NATO Ally

February 1st, 2024

Allen-Vanguard, a global leader in providing customized solutions for defeating Radio Frequency (RF) based terrorist and extremist threats, is delighted to announce that it has won a significant contract to supply 68 SCORPION Electronic Counter Measure (ECM) systems, accessories and spares to a NATO ally. The Allen-Vanguard team will be at the World Defense Show in Saudi Arabia at stand E38 to discuss all their products.

In addition to the hardware, Allen-Vanguard will also provide various support services, including a Train the Trainer (T3) package, to ensure that end users are fully equipped, trained, and prepared to deploy this vital life-saving capability as needed with full operational autonomy. In line with Allen- Vanguard’s philosophy of developing a full sovereign capability for their clients, the T3 package will ensure that the end user can train and evaluate their own personnel on the SCORPION hardware now and into the future.

Allen-Vanguard is also contracted to support in-country with staged technical support visits, spread out over several years. These visits are to help maintain the hardware and update the software to maximise the protection provided and further develop the technical capabilities of the customer.

The initial operating capability for evaluation and training will be delivered in a matter of weeks with further deliverables later in the year.

With now well over 500 sales globally, SCORPION is deployed protecting troops, NGOs and other government agencies in every continent worldwide. It has a flexible, modular architecture with a wide range of power options, antenna configurations and carriage systems which make it is suitable for a myriad of protection tasks. It delivers a hybrid, full spectrum system with extensive threat band coverage giving it superior usability which, combined with advanced technologies, makes SCORPION the most powerful response to present and future RCIED & Drone threats.

Allen-Vanguard’s Business Development Director, Stuart Wilson, said “I am proud that Allen-Vanguard is supporting a key NATO ally with our life-saving SCORPION system. This equipment and the associated support services will ensure that the customer is fully equipped with the best possible capability to address the threats they may face both domestically and abroad. We look forward to working in partnership with the end users into the future to address their needs as they continue to grow and develop this strategic capability.”

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