SOF Weapons Systems

Abstract

This program element provides for development, testing, and integration of specialized weapon systems and weapon accessories to meet the unique requirements of Special Operations Forces (SOF). This specialized equipment will permit small, highly trained forces to conduct required operations across the entire spectrum of conflict. These operations are generally conducted in harsh environments, for unspecified periods and in locations requiring small unit autonomy. SOF must infiltrate by land, sea, and air to conduct unconventional warfare, direct action, or deep reconnaissance operations in denied areas against insurgent units, terrorists, or highly sophisticated threat forces. The requirement to operate in denied areas controlled by a sophisticated threat mandates that SOF systems remain technologically superior to threat forces to ensure mission success.

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Document Details

Document Type
R2 Budgetary Justification
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2012
Source ID
1160477BB_7_0400_PB_2012
Change Summary Explanation
Funding: FY2010 Net increase of $2.967 million is due to Congressional adds for the Miniature Day-Night Sight for Crew-served Weapons ($1.200 million) and Thermal Pointer/Illuminator for Force Protection ($1.600 million), reprogramming adjustments from PE 1160479BB ($0.215 million), Section 8097 congressional general reduction (-$0.012 million), SBIR tax (-$0.034 million), and other program adjustments (-$0.002 million). FY2011 N/A FY2012 Net increase of $2.361 million is due to reprogramming of funds for higher command priorities. Schedule: None. Technical: None.
Service Agency Name
United States Special Operations Command

Entities

Organizations

  • United States Special Operations Command

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • Assault Rifles
  • Control Systems
  • Fire Control Systems
  • Force Protection
  • Grenade Launchers
  • Launchers
  • Market Research
  • Night Sights
  • Night Vision
  • Night Vision Devices
  • Production
  • Reconnaissance
  • Test And Evaluation
  • United States
  • Warfare
  • Weapon Systems

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Military Science and Technology Research and Modernization.
  • Military and Counterinsurgency Studies.

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