The Corps is in the need of Nods!
Elbit Systems Ltd. announced on Wednesday last week that its U.S. subsidiary, Elbit Systems of America, was awarded an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (ID/IQ) contract, with a maximum ceiling of $500 million, to supply new night vision goggles to the Marine Corps.
The contract focuses on delivering Squad Binocular Night Vision Goggle (SBNVG) systems, along with spare and repair parts, contractor logistics support, and test article refurbishment for the U.S. Marine Corps.
The SBNVG enhances warfighter performance and agility with capabilities for overlayed image intensified and infrared imagery. This Gen 3 system combines the Optics 1 E-COTI with our F5032 for superior nighttime viewing under a variety of environments and conditions.
FACTS
- Features high-performing white phosphor image intensifier tubes
- Lightweight system design with maximum battery life also exceeds industry standards for target detection, thermal highlighting, focus range and mechanical backlash
- Intra-Soldier Wireless (ISW) capability for networked growth capability to include remote sensors such as range finders and additional video feeds to be presented to the warfighter
- Integrated compass provides heading information and forward projecting near infrared (NIR) illuminator enables subterranean (SubT) operations. These combined features maximize stand-off protection and increase situational awareness
