Soldier Systems Daily Soldier Systems Daily

Norway Orders State-of-the-art Leopard 2 A7 Tanks: Rheinmetall Supplying Main Armament, Fire Control Technology and Sensors

April 16th, 2023

Rheinmetall AG has won an important order in connection with a significant NATO main battle tank project. On 17 February 2023 the Norwegian procurement agency NDMA contracted with Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW) to supply the Norwegian armed forces with 54 of the latest version of Leopard 2 main battle tank, the A7 NOR. An option exists for a further 18 tanks.
In its capacity as subcontractor to KMW, the Düsseldorf-based tech enterprise Rheinmetall has been tasked with supplying key components. Among other things, these include the tank’s 120mm L55A1main armament, fire control technology and parts of the sensor suite.

For Rheinmetall, the total value of the order comes to €129 million. If Norway exercises the option to procure additional Leopard 2 tanks, the order will be worth an additional €44 million.
The tank guns, fire control technology and sensors for the Leopard 2 will be delivered to KMW during a period of approximately four years.

After completion and commissioning of the tanks at KMW, the vehicles will be transferred to the Norwegian procurement agency NDMA.
The order underscores Rheinmetall’s unsurpassed expertise in the development and production of key components for fighting vehicles. As a subcontractor of KMW, Rheinmetall has already taken part in the delivery of Leopard 2 A5, A6 und A7 main battle tanks prior to the Norwegian 2 NOR programme.

Posted in Contracts, International, Press Release, weapons | Comments Off on Norway Orders State-of-the-art Leopard 2 A7 Tanks: Rheinmetall Supplying Main Armament, Fire Control Technology and Sensors

Blackhawk’s Ehea Schuerch Takes Third at Texas Regional Tactical Games

April 16th, 2023

>Schuerch Returns to the Podium at Second TTG Competition

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – April 14, 2023 – Blackhawk®, a leader in law enforcement and military equipment for over 20 years, congratulates tactical athlete Ehea Schuerch for her third-place finish in the Women’s Elite division at The Tactical Games Texas regional event. Schuerch’s most recent win marks back-to-back podium finishes for the new Blackhawk athlete to kick off the 2023 Tactical Games season.

Schuerch hit the ground running with Team Blackhawk this year winning her first match at The Tactical Games Mississippi regional event in February. Competing once again in the Women’s Elite Division, Schuerch utilized her Blackhawk T-Series® L2D holster, Blackhawk Foundation Series plate carrier, MOLLE belt, and Blackhawk Multi-Point rifle sling to secure third place against a tough field of competitors.

“The competition was fierce at the Texas event and I had so much fun fighting until the end with this group of badass women,” Schuerch said. “I focused my efforts on the things I could control, and I fought hard on day two to come back and earn a place on the podium. My light weight and low-profile Foundation Series gear allowed me to move faster and, as always, my T-Series holster performed flawlessly in some challenging courses.”

A Spokane, Washington native, Schuerch began competing at The Tactical Games in 2022, where she quickly became one of the games’ fiercest competitors. Last year at the National Championship in Florence, Texas, Schuerch placed second amongst a group of 15 elite female competitors.

Schuerch’s next competition will be at the Washington, UT, regional event in May.

To learn more about The Tactical Games, head over to thetacticalgames.com, and to learn more about Blackhawk or to see their full lineup of holsters and tactical gear, check out Blackhawk.com.

Posted in Industry, Press Release, Shooting Sports | Comments Off on Blackhawk’s Ehea Schuerch Takes Third at Texas Regional Tactical Games

CSAF Visits 179th Airlift Wing Ahead of Historic Mission Conversion

April 16th, 2023

MANSFIELD-LAHM AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE, Ohio (AFNS) —

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. visited with Airmen and leadership at the 179th Airlift Wing at Mansfield-Lahm Air National Guard Base April 2, ahead of their historic mission conversion to a cyberspace wing.

During his visit, Brown met with Ohio National Guard leadership, conducted a roundtable with junior enlisted Airmen and hosted an all-call to express his support for the wing and highlight the vital role the 179th AW plays in accelerating change for the future.

“We are in the most dynamic environment we’ve ever faced so we have to be engaged in change and I can’t think of a place in our Air Force facing more change than right here in Mansfield,” Brown said. “Cyber engagements happen daily; they are happening right now. That’s why what is changing here and what you will do is so important, not just for our force, but for our nation.”

The Air Force selected the 179th AW to be the Air National Guard’s first cyberspace wing in the country, Aug. 25, 2022, and has been in the process of converting the wing, infrastructure and mission since.

“Mansfield has a unique opportunity. What you are doing here hasn’t been done. You can write the playbook for others to follow,” Brown said. “It’s important for us to engage here as you drive that change.”

Brown emphasized the important place Mansfield has in shaping the role of cyber operations in the Air Force. The theme of change and how Airmen must embrace and lean into it for future success was integrated into each part of the visit.

“A critical piece of my strategic approach is the key word … collaboration. As Airmen, we all need to be multi-capable to get the mission done,” Brown said. “We do not play to lose. I’m in it to win it and my job is supporting you so you can focus on doing your job.”

Before his departure, Brown gave Airmen the opportunity to ask questions before concluding his visit. He also thanked the wing for their resilience through the transitions they have made and will face. Brown reiterated his confidence in the wing’s ability to meet the needs of tomorrow.

“As you go through this historic change, don’t give up. It’s not about what we say that makes a difference, it’s about what we do,” Brown said. “I trust every one of you and I have your back.”

Story by Capt Jordyn Craft, 179th Airlift Wing

Photos by MSgt Joe Harwood

Posted in Air Force, Guest Post | Comments Off on CSAF Visits 179th Airlift Wing Ahead of Historic Mission Conversion

LWRCI Expands IC A5 Line with New 300 AAC Model

April 15th, 2023

IC A5 Makes its Mark in 300 Black Out

Cambridge, MD (April 14, 2023) – LWRCI™ announces the availability of the industry renowned IC A5 carbine line, now chambered in 300 Black Out (300 AAC). Directly descended from rifles developed by LWRCI™ to meet the requirements of the U.S. Army’s Individual Carbine Program, the new IC A5 300 AAC delivers the same high-performance features and quality manufacturing, customers expect from LWRCI.

“With the increased popularity of the 300 AAC caliber it was an easy decision to expand our IC A5 line with this model”, says David Ridley, Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “Our customers asked and LWRCI delivered.”

At its core is the LWRCI™ Proprietary Short-stroke Gas Piston operating system delivering unparrelled reliability in extreme conditions and easy maintenance. Step Upä features include a MonoForgeä one piece upper with LWRCI™ free float rail, IC A5 2-position gas block for shooting suppressed, Scalloped rail design for easy access to gas block, Nickel Boron coated bolt carrier for optimal wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and permanent lubricity. LWRCI™signature cold hammer forged heavy barrel, LWRCI™ A2 Flash Hider, Skirmish™ BUIS, and LWRCI™ Compact stock with QD Sling Mount.

The IC A5 AAC lower delivers LWRCI™ high performance features including- fully ambidextrous controls: fire/safety-control, bolt catch release, magazine release, LWRCI™ Enhanced Fire Control Group- nickel Teflon coated for a smooth crisp trigger pull and reset, LWRCI™ Advanced Trigger Guard and Magpul PMAG in 30 or 10 round. The IC A5 AAC will be available in FDE, OD Green, Tungsten Grey, Premier Gray and Patriot Brown and in California and other state Compliant configurations.

The new IC A5 300 AAC model will initially be available in a 10.5″ barrel configuration scheduled to hit dealer shelves in May/June 2023 timeframe.

IC A5 300 AAC FEATURES:

LWRCI™ Cold Hammer Forged barrel. One piece mono forge Upper Free Float Rail. NiCorr Treated LWRCI™ DI Gas Block and Gas Tube. LWRCI™ Charging Handle

IC A5 300 AAC FEATURES:

LWRC™ Ultra Combat Grip. LWRCI™ Compact Stock with QD Sling Mount / A2 Flash Hider. Fully ambidextrous Lower Controls Type III Hardcoat Anodized on Receivers and Rails

www.lwrci.com

Posted in Black Rifle, Press Release | 2 Comments »

Indy 23 – HRT Tactical Gear

April 15th, 2023

HRT Tactical showed off their ARC Pouches which are available for pistol and rifle magazines.

Made from laser cut Cordura laminate, these PALS compatible pouches offer positive retention due to the thermoplastic insert.

Offered in a variety of colors and patterns.

Posted in Load Carrying, NRA | Comments Off on Indy 23 – HRT Tactical Gear

Indy 23 – Savior Equipment

April 15th, 2023

Savior Equipment showcased their Ultimate Guitar Case outfitted with a custom foam insert by gunfoam.com.

Posted in Load Carrying, NRA | Comments Off on Indy 23 – Savior Equipment

Indy 23 – New Rifles from Dillon Rifle Company

April 15th, 2023

Dillon Rifle is exhibiting two new upcoming rifles. Chambered in .308, these as-yet-unnamed rifles feature Lilja barrels and Timney trigger and accept AI pattern drop mags.

The only difference between the two is the stock. The top example incorporates an MDT ESS chassis and the bottom has the from Grayboe Phoenix 2 which is a hybrid hunting and tactical stock.

Coming soon.

Posted in NRA, weapons | Comments Off on Indy 23 – New Rifles from Dillon Rifle Company

Indy 23 – Cobalt Kinetics x Firearms Depot Exclusive Pro Shooter ARs

April 15th, 2023

On May 14th Firearms Depot will release two ARs manufactured and configured by Cobalt Kinetics for pro shooters Don Edwards of Greenline Tactical whose carbine is named the “Fast Eddie” and John Dufresne of Kinetic Consulting who named his carbine the “Bear Claw.”

13.9” Greenline Tactical “Fast Eddie” Carbine

•13.9” Rosco Mfg./ Greenline Tactical K9 barrel (5.56X45mm)
•Cobalt Kinetics RCB-KM
•Reptilia RECCE stock
•Reptilia carbine grip
•Custom Cerakote

11.5” Kinetic Consulting “Bear Claw” Pistol

•11.5” Rosco Mfg./ Kinetic Consulting K9 barrel (5.56x45mm)
•Cobalt Kinetics RCB-HX
•Custom Cerakote

MSRP for both TBD. The two guns can only be ordered through Firearms Depot but dealers are welcome. Although the accessories seen on the two guns are not included with the base models, Firearms Depot will offer versions configured with optics and enablers just like the Don and Duff use.

Posted in Black Rifle, NRA | 11 Comments »