Aimpoint FCS13-RE Fire Control System Wins $24 Million Contract

By Tactical-Life

Aimpoint recently announced the company won a $24 million contract from the U.S. military for its FCS13-RE Fire Control System. Moreover, the firm, fixed price contract pairs the system as primary fire control to the new M3-E1 MAAWS lightweight 84mm Carl Gustaf.

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Firstly, the FCS13-RE is a direct view, Dynamic Universal Reflex Sight, according to Aimpoint. Further, it utilizes an integrated laser rangefinder and ballistic computer to deliver an aiming pint corrected for range. Additionally, the unit corrects for type of munition, terrain angle, and environmental conditions, according to Aimpoint.

Aimpoint FCS13-RE Features

Additionally, along with the 84mm Carl Gustaf, the system pairs with other crew served weapons. Additionally, the Aimpoint works with 40mm high-velocity grenade launchers and .50-caliber machine guns. “The FCS13-RE provides a very high probability of first-shot hit on both stationary and moving targets at extended ranges and utilizes a very intuitive user control interface,” The FCS13-RE also accommodates modular magnification and thermal imaging components, including all generations of military night vision equipment, according to Aimpoint.

“Having delivered over one million M68CCO close combat optics to the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force since 1997, Aimpoint …Read the Rest

Source:: Tactical Life