Rifleman Radio (RR)
Abstract
This effort is part of the Army's modernization plans for the Army of 2030. Handheld radios provide both Classified and Unclassified communications. Leader radios provide the Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS) legacy waveform for Classified and Unclassified communications. Additionally, Leader radios also provide advanced waveforms (e.g. TrellisWare TSM) that provide SBU communications. The Leader Radio received a positive Full Rate Production (FRP) decision in 2021. The HMS program plans to host a PVT and OUA annually to verify vendor enhancements. The Single Channel Data Radio (SCDR) is an Associated Support Items of Equipment (ASIOE) for the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS). The Handheld, Manpack, and Small Form Fit (HMS) radio systems serve as the backbone of the Integrated Tactical Network (ITN) architecture, supporting a converged Mission Command network. HMS completed Initial Operational Test and Evaluation (IOT&E) during January 2021. Following the IOT&E test event, HMS outlined specific actions required to resolve test findings from the IOT&E event. RDT&E funding supports testing activities including laboratory technical testing, Performance Verification Tests (PVTs), and Operational User Assessments (OUAs). Each of these events provides both technical and operational user feedback on increased capabilities, future waveform incorporation, soldier usability, and life-cycle sustainment improvements. Handheld radios provide voice/data communication to the expeditionary Warfighter with an on-the-move, at-the-halt, and stationary Line of Sight (LOS)/Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) capability for both dismounted personnel and platforms. Handheld radio systems are software reprogrammable, networkable, multi-mode systems capable of simultaneous voice and data communication. Handheld radios will support a variety of other platforms, including tactical End User Devices (EUD) voice and data needs. HMS provides tailorable and scalable, software-defined radio systems meeting U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command communications needs. FY2025 funds in the amount of $1.442M support delta testing, Performance Verification Tests (PVTs), Operational User Assessments (OUAs), examination of modular and open system architectures to decrease future integration and waveform porting costs.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2025
- Source ID
- FA2_0605042A_5_2040_PB_2025
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