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The U.S. Army has announced that the MARS Inc, Barrett team has been selected as the winner of the xTech Soldier Lethality competition. In six months, this team of agile businesses were able to design, build, test, and demonstrate the effectiveness of a new 30mm grenade rifle system in support of the Army’s Precision Grenadier System (PGS) requirement. PGS is a soldier portable, shoulder fired, semi-automatic, magazine fed, integrated armament system (weapon, ammunition, fire control) that enables rapid, precision engagements to destroy personnel targets in defilade and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) targets at close range. Both companies are proud to have the opportunity to provide this unique capability to the U.S. and allied war fighters.

“For decades, Barrett has changed the battlefield with revolutionary systems like the shoulder fired semi-automatic .50 caliber Model 82 and its modern variants, as well as the MRAD MK 22 — the world’s most accurate multi-caliber sniper rifle,” said Bryan James, Barrett CEO. “These weapon systems are now supporting the U.S. and more than 80 allied nations around the world. With our focus now on the U.S. Army’s PGS initiative, we are committed to delivering another game changing advantage: a system with Programmable Air Bursting counter defilade and Counter-UAS capabilities designed to keep our troops safe and ensure mission success.”

The xTech program was an incredible demonstration of the strength and capabilities of the Barrett team to collaborate with likeminded companies to achieve what many thought unachievable in the given timeframe. As part of that journey, Barrett worked closely with small business innovator MARS Inc to bring their technology to life, AMTEC Corp to develop an entirely new family of 30mm shoulder fired munitions, and Precision Targeting to provide a fire control system customized for the AMTEC ammunition. This new ammunition family will have the full spectrum of capabilities required to achieve the US Army’s mission to provide overmatch on the modern battlefield. This includes, Programmable Air Bursting High Explosive (HE), Proximity Fuzed and Point Detonating HE, as well as a Close Quarter Battle Round. Read more

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Production started on the VZ 58 Assault Rifle in 1959. Designed in the late 1950’s, the VZ 58 was Czechoslovakia’s response to the AK-47. Using 7.62×39 ammo, the VZ 58 uses a short-stoke gas piston and is striker fired. CzechPoint imports the VZ 58 from their parent company CSA (Czech Small Arms). Arriving at their facility in Knoxville Tennessee, the Semi-Auto version is then converted using U.S. made parts into the civilian legal VZ 58.

CzechPoint’s latest version of the VZ 58 is their Military Black model. Read more

The wait is over—Bear Creek Arsenal is cranking its bufferless AR platform up a notch (or two). First, we blew minds with 9mm, now we’re rolling out the heavy hitters: 10mm and .45 ACP, more punch, same sleek design.

Why does this matter? Because power meets portability. Say goodbye to bulky buffer tubes—the bufferless AR keeps things compact, lightweight, and maneuverable while still packing a serious wallop. Whether you’re looking for personal defense, tactical edge, or just some adrenaline-fueled range time, we’ve got you covered.

10mm & .45 ACP Calibers: Bigger booms, same smooth cycling.

Bufferless Brilliance: Shorter, lighter, easier to handle without losing reliability.

Built for Performance: Precision-machined, rugged, and ready for action.

This expansion is all about giving shooters more firepower without the bulk. The PCCs are coming in hot with 10mm and .45 ACP that bring some serious muscle to the lineup, and Bear Creek Arsenal has customers excited to get these in their hands and want performance without compromise.

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