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Bigmenistan's ultimate groundforce storefront (updated 19th)

25-12-2003, 03:02
Many more items will be added at a later date. However I have 2 rules in this storefront-

1. You must swear never to use these items on me or a fellow GCON member in a war. In the event of a war RP against a nation that is considered friendly to GCON, the use of these weapons is Prohibited
2. You must do your own math, otherwise I will bring out the ignore cannon


Suggestions-

(Items in italics are in use by my military)

Assault Rifle- AK-74, M4 carbine, Steyr AUG, HK G36.
Sniper Rifle- M82A1
Shotgun- SPAS-15, Benelli M3 Super 90
Machine Gun- M240, PKM
Submachine Gun- IMI UZI, HK MP5K, PP-19 Bizon
Semi-Auto/Full-Auto Handgun- Desert Eagle, Glock 18, HK MK.23
Revolver- S&W model 28
Artillery- M-109A6 Paladin
Tank- M1A2 Abrams

Index-

:idea: Engineer Vehicles
:idea: Small Arms
A. Assault Rifles
B. Submachine Guns
C. Shotguns
D. Machine Guns
E. Semi-Auto/Full-Auto Handguns
F. Revolvers
G. Sniper Rifles
:idea: Explosives
A. Mines
B. Demolitions
C. Grenades
D. RPGs/Anti-Tank Weapons
:idea: Artillery
A. Self-Propelled Howitzers
B. Towed Howitzers
C. Mortars
D. MLRS
:idea: Armor
A. Tanks
B. APCs/LAVs
:idea: Misc. Equipment
A. Soldier Equipment


Tip- press ctrl+f to do a search for what you're looking for


Updates-

1/19/04- Misc. equipment section added to page 2 (cause I reached the character limit for page 1)
1/14/04- More APCs/LAVs added (ran out of space in 'Armor' post, so I had to add them to the post below it).
1/10/04- More APCs/LAVs added, more anti-tank weapons added to explosives
1/08/04- APC/LAV section added to armor, I'll add some more later
1/05/04- More tanks added
1/03/04- Armor section added, featuring a few tanks (many more to be added)
1/02/04- M79 Grenade launcher added to grenade sub-section, RPG/Anti-Tank Weapons sub-section added to explosives.
1/01/04- Mortar sub-section added to artillery. MLRS added to artillery section
12/31/03- Artillery section added, featuring SP howitzers. Grenades sub-section added to explosives. Towed artillery added.
12/29/03- More Semi-Auto and Full-Auto handguns added, revolvers sub-section added to small arms. Sniper Rifle sub-section added to small arms
12/28/03- Semi-Auto/Full-Auto handgun sub-section added to small arms.
12/26/03- More Assault Rifles and Machine Guns added to small arms, explosives section added (featuring mines), demolitions sub-section added to explosives.


Special Offers-

Discounts will be givin to GCON members based on the size and type of order.

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ENGINEER VEHICLES-

(ya gotta get your hands dirty to play with these toys)


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M1 Grizzly, cost- 4 million

The Grizzly is designed to clear and emplace minefields, berms, wire, rubble, and tank-ditches and ensure the mobility of the fast paced forces of the future. It has a Power-Driven Arm for digging, a mine clearing blade, a 40 mm MK 19 grenade launcher and a M240 7.62 mm machine gun. It is based on a modified M1 chassis with the same power pack and suspension system. The commander of the 2-man crew controls the weapons, blade and digging arm with a joystick.
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M88A2 Hercules Heavy Recovery Vehicle, cost- 7 million

The M88A2 HERCULES Hercules [Heavy Equipment Recovery Combat Utility Lift and Evacuation System], formerly the M88A1E1 Improved Recovery Vehicle, addresses a long-standing US Army need to upgrade its recovery vehicles to safely tow and recover battle-damaged, mired or inoperative Abrams tanks. The HERCULES, using M88A1 hulls, modified to specification by Anniston Army Depot, upgrades the basic M88 chassis to meet the increased demands of towing, winching, and lifting the M1, M1A1, and M1A2 tank.

Among the most significant upgrades is its on-board recovery systems. The winch and hoist capacities are greatly increased to enable the vehicle to lift 40% heavier loads and winch 55% higher capacities. HERCULES features a longer 35-ton hoist capability boom, a 140,000 pound (63,504 kg) constant pull main winch with 280 feet (85.3 m) of cable and an auxiliary 3-ton winch to aid main winch cable deployment. The Hercules also incorporates improved hydraulics, enhanced propulsion system, and heavier suspension, along with overlay armor protection and ballistic skirts. The vehicle's enhanced survivability with added armor which brings its weight to more of a match for the Abrams tanks it predominantly supports. The HERCULES upgraded power train which enables it to tow a 25% larger load, with better braking capacity and higher speeds to better enable it to accompany maneuver forces. The crew has been reduced from four to three soldiers. This action results from some of the on-board innovations such as an auxiliary winch to deploy the main winch, chain/davit hoists for heavy equipment/machinery and a grease operated track adjuster.

M88A2 HERCULES ADVANTAGES
M88A2 Comparison to M88A1-

Mobility-
Faster Speed, 24% With and 14% Without Towed Load due to Higher HP
20 - 25% Better in Braking Performance (Power Assist Brakes)
20 - 25% Better in Slope Performance
Recovery-
– 25% More Towing Capacity Capabilities
55% More Winching Capacity
40% More Hoisting Capacity
More Precise Winching and Hoisting Control
Survivability-
Increased Armor Protection
Supportability-
On Board Maintenance Aids to Reduce Crew Workload
Auxiliary Winch
Davit/Chain Hoist
Grease Operated Track Adjuster
Manpower-
Performs Recovery Mission With Three-Man Crew (One-Man Saving)
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XM104 Wolverine Heavy Assault Bridge System, cost- 8 million

The Wolverine (Formerly the Heavy Assault Bridge) is an armored vehicle designed to carry, emplace, and retrieve an assault bridge capable of supporting 70 ton loads such as the M1A2 main battle tank. The Wolverine is a combat support system which integrates advanced bridging, hydraulic and electronic control capabilities into a single survivable system. Wolverine fills the need for a combat gap crossing capability with the same mobility, survivability, and transportability as the M1 Abrams tank. WOLVERINE is to be a one for one replacement for the Armored Vehicle Launched Bridge (AVLB) in select heavy divisional engineer battalions, armored cavalry regiments and heavy separate brigades.

WOLVERINE consists of an M1 Abrams tank chassis modified to transport, launch and retrieve a Military Load Class (MLC) 70 bridge across gaps up to 24 meters wide. WOLVERINE will be air-transportable in the C-5A aircraft and will be comparable in mobility and survivability to the Abrams tank. A crew of two MOS 12B will operate the system. WOLVERINE will provide the Army's Digital Division with mobility support (i.e. assault bridging) for Decisive Operations IAW Army Vision 2010.

The WOLVERINE provides the dominant maneuver force with the capability to span gaps up to 24 meters (m) with little or no loss in momentum. The bridge, made of four interchangeable sections, is 26 m long, 4 m wide, weighs 10,886 kg (12 tons), and is required to permit crossing of a heavy task force consisting of Military Load Class (MLC) 70 vehicles moving at 16 km/hr. The hull will be based on the future M1A2 System Enhancement Package (SEP) chassis modified to support a two-man crew and the bridge launcher assembly. The crew can launch the bridge while under armor protection from either crew position in five minutes after reaching the crossing site and can retrieve it from either end in ten minutes. The WOLVERINE will retain significant compatibility with the M1A2 fleet. The dominant maneuver force will support the WOLVERINE's bridging operations with ongoing direct and indirect fire and air support. The WOLVERINE will directly replace the existing Armored Vehicle Launched Bridge in selected engineer companies of mechanized battalions, armored cavalry regiments, and heavy brigades.

WOLVERINE is employed as an integral part of the M1A2 SEP/M2A3 equipped digital maneuver battalion task force. WOLVERINE as part of the Breach Force and supported by friendly direct and indirect fires, will provide a 24 meter one way gap crossing capability for MLC 70 normal crossing loads with minimal preparation and with little or no loss of task force momentum. The bridge structure will be durable enough to withstand 5000 crossings of 70-ton vehicles and be launched and retrieved at least 2200 times without major repair.
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M1 Mine Clearing Blade System, cost- 350,000

Features: The Mine Clearing Blade System for the M1A1 Main Battle Tank is an ancillary piece of support equipment. It is electrically operated and is capable of clearing surface or buried mines up to 6 feet in front of the tank's path without the aid of supporting forces or additional equipment. The MCBS has also been adapted for use with the previous Marine Corps Main Battle Tank, the M60A1 Rise/Passive Tank, which is still in the inventory. The adaptation is accomplished by using an adapter kit (described above in general characteristics) and an electrical power interface kit.

Background: The M1 Mine Clearing Blade System is an auxilliary piece of equipment necessary for the tank unit to breech minefields during the normal conduct of operations. In Operation Desert Storm track width mine ploughs proved very successful against pressure fused anti-tank mines and allowed the M1A1 main battle tank to breach mine fields with little loss of momentum. In lose sand, the ploughs could operate at a rate of 30 k/h. When ploughing the plough produces a windrow of soil that is filled with mines. In one case a magnetically fused mine slipped down this windrow and detonated into the side of an Ml producing a mobility kill. Units found that this windrow must be reduced using a mine rake or by laying a MICLIC along side the windrow and detonating it. Units also discovered that the plough was useful in pushing up berms, clearing trench-lines, and delineating counter-attack routes and lager sites.
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M9 Armored Combat Earthmover, cost- 3 million

The M9 is a highly mobile, armored, amphibious combat earthmover capable of supporting forces in both offensive and defensive operations. It performs critical combat engineer tasks such as digging hull defilade fighting positions for guns, tanks and other battlefield systems to increase their survivability. The ACE breaches berms, prepares anti-tank ditches, prepares combat roads, removes roadblocks and prepares access routes at water obstacles.

The engine, drive train and driver's compartment are laid out in the rear of the vehicle, while the front features an 8.7 cubic yard bowl, apron and dozer blade. Armor consists of welded aluminum with selected steel and aramid-laminated plates. An armored cupola containing eight vision blocks covers the driver's compartment. The vehicle hull is a welded and bolted aluminum structure with a two speed winch capable of 25,000 pound line pull. Towing pintle and airbrake connections are provided. It is equipped with a unique suspension system which allows the front of the vehicle to be raised, lowered, or tilted to permit dozing, excavating, rough grading and ditching functions. In addition, the M9 has armor protection against small arms and artillery fragmentation, a smoke screening capability and chemical-biological protection for the operator. It is capable of 30 MPH road speed, is transportable in C-130, C-141, and C5A aircraft and can swim at 3 MPH under ideal conditions [though with the deletion of the swim mission, swim related components are no longer required to be maintained for the M9 ACE].

By raising the dozer blade and using its scraper blade, the ACE can fill itself with ballast to improve dozing efficiency. Another key feature of the M9 is its unique hydropneumatic suspension system. The principal components are eight high-pressure hydraulic rotary actuators (four on each side) which connect to the roadwheel stations. During high-speed travel, this system assures a smooth ride through the use of shock-absorbing accumulators. In earthmoving operations, the operator rotates the actuators, thus lowering the apron and blade for digging.
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All Terrain Lifter, Army System (ATLAS), cost- 5 million

The All Terrain Lifter, Army System (ATLAS) is a 10,000 lb. capacity, variable reach, rough terrain forklift. It has a top speed of 23 M.P.H. and cross country mobility equal to the 6,000 lb. capacity variable reach rough terrain forklift. The lift capacity of this machine is 4,000 lbs. at 21.5 feet; 6,000 lbs. at 13 feet; and 10,000 lbs. at 4 feet. It is intended to perform the same type of cargo handling operations as the present 10K capacity forklifts under SSN M488. The ATLAS replaces all NSNs currently listed under SSN M488 and will displace existing 10K rough terrain forklifts in newly fielded units that currently have the older machines.
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Ground Standoff Minefield Detection System (GSTAMIDS), cost- 5 million

The Interim Vehicle Mounted Mine Detector [IVMMD] is a vehicle-mounted metallic mine detection system. IVMMD will support contingency operations, and will provide the maneuver commander a partial Ground Standoff Minefield Detection System (GSTAMIDS) capability. The lead vehicle (Meerkat) is a single-occupant two-wheel drive vehicle, and serves as the primary mine detection vehicle. The trailer system (Husky) is a single occupant four-wheel drive vehicle that serves as the prime mover for the full width mine proofing/detonation trailers. It can also serve as an alternate detection vehicle. Both vehicles are anti-tank mine overpass-capable, and feature “frangible” components which support quick repair of the vehicle, within two hours of a mine blast. Both vehicles are blast protected (15lb TNT equivalent). Teleoperation capability is being developed to remotely control the Meerkat to provide a stand-off distance to soldiers using the system to detect larger mines or during operations in an unknown mine threat environment.

First Unit Equipped was FY98. Ten systems have been procured. Nine systems will reside at Sierra Army Depot as contingency items. One system will reside at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. IVMMD fielding (10 systems) is complete. The Vehicle Teleoperations (VT) kit completed testing in February 2000.

The Ground Standoff Minefield Detection System (GSTAMIDS) is a spiral development program geared to providing the war-fighter an incremental, near-term capability to execute countermine missions. GSTAMIDS Block “0” is an upgrade over the current Interim Vehicular Mounted Mine Detection (IVMMD) system. The primary mission for the GSTAMIDS Block “0” system is route clearance. It will be teleoperated from a Mine Protected Control Vehicle (MPCV), and will automatically detect and mark all metallic and non-metallic AT mines. Follow-on forces will locate, confirm, and neutralize detected mines from the MPCV using a mechanical device. GSTAMIDS Block “0” development directly supports the following GSTAMIDS Block “1” system, which will provide enhanced detection capability and faster clearance though the use of emerging mine confirmation technology. Minefield information will be reported through compatible C4I communication systems to the maneuver commander for force protection. The GSTAMIDS Block “2” system will provide a forward looking mine detection and avoidance capability for a variety of military vehicles.
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LAV-E (Engineer), cost- 6 million

The primary function of the Foreign Military Sales LAV Engineering Vehicle (LAV-E) is to mobilize combat engineers and transport their equipment.

Combat Weight - 28,882 lb
Length - 259.45 inches
Height - 99.36 inches
Width - 102 inches
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All-Terrain Crane (ATEC), cost- 4 million

The All Terrain Crane (ATEC) is an all hydraulic crane capable of traveling over primary, secondary and off road surfaces at the tactical support level. Technical characteristics include: diesel engine, power shift transmission, three mode steering, independently controlled hydraulic outriggers and 80 ft. telescoping boom. The ATEC is used for construction, maintenance, bridging and resupply activities.
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Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH), cost- 2 million

The Army Standard 50K Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH), a nondevelopmental item that is a military unique integration of commercial components, is a modified commercial truck which is essentially a Caterpillar model 988B wheel loader with a CAT model AH60 (60,000 lb. Capacity) forklift mast. It is used in conjunction with 20 ft., 35 ft., or 40 ft. top handler attachments for lifting 8 ft. wide containers weighing up to 25 short tons. In its standard configuration, the RTCH can stack containers two high. It is designed to function over rough terrain and through salt water up to 60 inches. Its primary use is in holding and marshalling areas by selected supply, ammunition and transportation units.
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Palletized Load System (PLS), cost- 4 million

The Palletized Load System (PLS) is composed of a prime mover truck with integral self-loading and unloading transport capability, a 16.5-ton payload trailer, and demountable cargo beds (flatracks). The vehicle can also be equipped with materiel handling equipment and/or a winch. PLS is a key transportation component of the ammunition distribution system and will perform long range hauling, local hauling and unit resupply of ammunition.

The Palletized Load System tactical truck is a 5 axle, 10 wheel drive vehicle equipped with a 500 horsepower Detroit Diesel engine, Allison automatic transmission and Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS). This combination provides a highly mobile system capable of transporting its payload in virtually any type of terrain, in any type of weather, and maintaining pace with the self-propelled artillery systems that it supports. The PLS comes in two mission oriented configurations: the M1074 and the M1075. The M1074 is equipped with a variable reach Material Handling Crane (MHC) to support forward deployed Field Artillery units. The M1075, without MHC, is used in conjunction with the M1076 trailer in support of transportation line haul missions.

The M1076 trailer is a 3 axle, wagon style trailer with a 16.5 ton payload capacity equipped with a flatrack that is interchangeable between truck and trailer. The combination of truck and trailer provides the combined payload capacity of 33 tons. The flatracks are lifted on and off the truck and trailer by a hydraulic powered arm mounted on the truck eliminating the need for additional material handling equipment. The controls for the arm are located inside the cab, allowing the operator to load or unload the truck in less than one minute without leaving the cab of the truck. The trailer can be loaded or unloaded in less than 5 minutes utilizing the remote arm control.

The PLS is capable of transporting multiple configurations of cargo utilizing a variety of flatracks. The M1077 and M1077A1 flatracks are sideless flatracks used to transport pallets of ammunition and other classes of supplies. The M1 flatracks carries identical classes of supplies. It is ISO/CSC certified and is suitable for intermodal transport, including transport on container ships. Ammunition can be loaded on the M1 at depots, transported via container ship to theater, picked up by the PLS truck and carried forward without use of any material handling equipment. The walls fold inward when empty to facilitate stacking for retrograde. The M3 Container Roll-in/Out Platform (CROP) is a flatrack which fits inside a 20' ISO container. The Army plans to procure up to 12,000 CROPs. Container Handling Unit (CHU) is a kit installed on the PLS which allows the direct load, transport, and unload of 20' ISO containers without the use of an external flatrack
Palletized Loading System-Enhanced (PLS-E) was demonstrated in a Concept Experimentation Program (CEP) with PLS vehicles from 24th Corps Support Group, 1/41 Field Artillery Battalion and the 4th I.D. at the National Training Center (NTC). PLS enhancements include: Movement Tracking Systems (MTS) and Driver Vision Enhancer (DVE). These enhanced vehicles used PLS flatrack sideboard kits, half-height containers and fuel/water modules to carry all classes of supply. PLS-E will provide two-way communication, eight digit grid coordinate positions and total asset visibility. PLS-E will allow the delivery of all types of cargo, anywhere on the battlefield, at any time, in any type of weather. It will become a combat multiplier not only in the tactical phases of a campaign, but also in the post conflict equipment accountability mission role. Ammunition issue at the NTC takes 3 days and was completed in 1.5 days with PLS-E. On several occasions vehicles were reassigned missions when located at the BSA or enroute to the DSA. PLS-E saved fuel, transportation and driver assets in these situations. All flatracks were successfully recovered because eight digit grid coordinates were available through the MTS controller station information base. All units that have PLS will receive the enhancements. Required quantities of MTS/DVE for fielding under PLS-E are: 432 systems for 2 divisions and their support slices.
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Dump Truck, cost- 2 million

It's just a standard dump truck
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SMALL ARMS-


Assault Rifles-

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M14, cost- 1,200 (made in America)

Caliber: 7.62x51 mm NATO (.308 Winchester)
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt
Length: 1120 mm
Barrel Length: 559 mm
Weight loaded: 5,1 kg (6.6 kg M14A1)
Magazine: 20 rounds, detachable box
Rate of fire: 700 -750 rounds per minute
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M16A2, cost- 1,000 (made in America)

Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO / M855
Action: gas operated, rotating bolt
Overall length: 1006 mm
Barrel length: 508 mm
Weight, empty / loaded w. 30 rounds: 3.77 kg / 4.47 kg
Magazine capacity 20 or 30 rounds standard
Rate of fire, cyclic: 800 rounds per minute
Muzzle velocity: 975 m/s
Maximum effective range: 550 meters
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M4 Carbine w/ M203 Grenade Launcher, cost- 1,600 (made in America)

Caliber: 5.56mm NATO
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt
Overall length: 838 mm (stock extended); 757 mm (stock fully collapsed)
Barrel length: 370 mm
Weight: 2.52 kg without magazine; 3.0 kg with magazine loaded with 30 rounds
Rate of fire: 700 - 950 rounds per minute
Maximum effective range: 360 meters
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HK OICW w/ Grenade Launcher, cost- 2,000 (made in America)

Caliber: 5.56 mm NATO (KE) and 20x85mm (HE)
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt (KE), unknown (HE)
Overall length: 890 mm
Barrel length: 250 mm (KE) 460 mm (HE)
Weight: ca 5.5 kg empty; ca 6.8 kg loaded
Magazine capacity: 20 or 30 rounds box (KE) and 6 rounds box (HE)
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HK G3A4, cost- 1,500 (made in Germany)

Caliber: 7.62mm NATO (.308 win)
Action: Roller-delayed blowback
Weight: 4.5kg
Overall length: 1023 mm
Barrel length: 450 mm (315 mm on G3KA4 model)
Magazine capacity: 20 rounds
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HK 53A3, cost- 1,700 (made in Germany)

Caliber: 5.56x45mm (.223 Rem)
Length: 780 mm, 590 mm with retracted stock in A3 variant
Barrel length: 211 mm
Weight empty: 3.0 kg
Magazine capacity: 25, 30, 40 rounds
Rate of fire: 750 rds/min
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HK G36C (Commando Version), cost- 1,300 (made in Germany)

Caliber 5.56x45mm (.223 Rem)
Length (buttstock open / folded): 720 / 500 mm
Barrel length: 228 mm
Weight empty: 2.8 kg
Magazine capacity: 30 rounds standard
Rate of fire: 750 rounds per minute
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HK G36E, cost- 1,300 (made in Germany)

Caliber: 5.56x45mm (.223 Rem)
Length (buttstock open / folded): 998 / 758 mm
Barrel length: 480 mm
Weight empty: 3.6 kg (3.3 kg G36E)
Magazine capacity: 30 rounds standard
Rate of fire: 750 rounds per minute
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HK G11, cost- 1,000 (made in Germany)

Caliber: 4.7 mm caseless
Action: Gas operated, rotating breech
Overall length: 750 mm
Barrel length: 540 mm
Weigth: 3.6 kg empty
Magazine capacity: 50 or 45 rds
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AK-47, cost- 890 (made in Russia)

Caliber 7.62x39 mm
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt with 2 lugs
Overall length: 870 mm
Barrel length: 415 mm
Weight, with empty magazine: AK 4,3 kg; AKM 3,14 kg
Magazine capacity: 30 rounds (40 rounds box magazines and 75 rounds drums from RPK also may be used)
Cyclic rate of fire: 600 rounds per minute
Maximum effective range: about 400 meters
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AK-74 (comes with everything shown), cost- 1,000 (made in Russia)

Caliber: 5.45x39 mm
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt with 2 lugs
Weight: 3,3 kg (with empty magazine without bayonet); 3,6 kg (with loaded magazine)
Length: 943 mm (AKS-74 with folded butt - 690 mm)
Barrel length: 415 mm
Magazine capacity: 30 rounds standard
Effective range: 500 meters
Rate of fire: 600 - 650 rounds per minute
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AKS-74U, cost- 700 (made in Russia)

Caliber: 5,45x39 mm
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt with 2 lugs
Overall length: 735 mm (490 mm with folded buttstock)
Barrel length: 210 mm
Magazine capacity, 30 rounds standard
Weight empty: 2,71 kg
Effective range: about 200 meters
Rate of fire: 650-735 rounds per minute
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AK-101, cost- 700 (made in Russia)

Caliber, mm: 5.56
Cartridge: NATO, 5.56x45
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt with 2 lugs
Magazine capacity, rds: 30
Length, mm: overall: 943; w/folded stock: 700;
Barrel lenght: 415 mm
Sighting range,m: 1000
Weight, g: 3,400
Rate of fire, rds/min: 600
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AK-103, cost- 900 (made in Russia)

Caliber, mm: 7.62x39
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt with 2 lugs
Length, mm: overall: 943; w/folded butt 700;
Barrel Length, mm: 415
Sighting range,m: 1000
Machine gun weight, g: 3,400
Magazine capacity, rds: 30
Rate of fire, rds/min: 600
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AK-105, cost- 1,200 (made in made in Russia)

Caliber, mm: 5.56x45 (5.56mm NATO); 7.62x39; 5.45x39
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt with 2 lugs
Length, mm: overall: 824; w/folded butt 586
Barrel Length, mm: 314
Sighting range,m: 1000
Machine gun weight, kg: 3,0 w/o magazine
Magazine capacity, rds: 30
Rate of fire, rds/min: 600
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AK-107 w/ Grenade Launcher, cost- 1,600 (made in Russia)

Caliber, mm: 5,45x39 (5,56NATO for AK108)
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt with 2 lugs, balanced bolt-carrier/bolt group to reduce recoil jumping
Length, mm: overall: 943; w. stock folded 700;
barrel lenght: 415 mm
Sighting range,m: 1000
Weigth, g: 3,400
Magazine capacity, rds: 30
Rate of fire, rds/min: 850 . (900 for AK108)
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OC-14 Groza, cost- 1,300 (made in Russia)

Caliber, mm: 9x39 SP-6, 7.62x39 M43
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt with 2 lugs
Length, mm: overall: 700 barrel: 415
Sighting range,m: 700
Weigth, g: 3,200 (base config., unloaded)
Magazine, 20rds (9mm), 30rds AK-47 type (7.62mm)
Rate of fire, rds/min: 750
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Enfield L85A1, cost- 1,051 (made in Britain)

Caliber: 5.56 NATO (.223rem)
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt
Overall length: 780 mm (709 mm in Carbine variant)
Barrel length: 518 mm (442 mm in Carbine variant)
Weight: 4.13 kg (with SUSAT optical sight and no magazine); 5 kg with SUSAT and loaded with magazine with 30 rounds of ammunition
Magazine capacity: 30 rounds
Rate of fire: 650 rounds per minute
Effective range: about 500 meters (with SUSAT sights)
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Steyr AUG, cost- 1,000 (made in Austria)

Caliber: 5.56mm NATO (.223rem)
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt
Overall length: 805 mm (with standard 508 mm barrel)
Barrel length: 508 mm (also 350 mm SMG, 407 mm Carbine or 621 mm LMG heavy barrel)
Weight: 3.8 kg unloaded (with standard 508 mm barrel)
Magazines: 30 or 42 rounds box magazines
Rate of fire: 650 rounds per minute
Effective range of fire: 450-500 meters with standard assault rifle barrel
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IMI Galil, cost- 400 (made in Israel)

Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO
Overall length: (stock open / folded) 1050 / 810 mm
Barrel length: 535 mm
Weight, empty: 4 kg (without bipod an carrying handle)
Magazine capacity: 25 rounds
Rate of fire: 650 rounds per minute
Effective range of fire: 500 - 600 meters
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IMI Tavor TAR-21, cost- 500 (made in Israel)

Caliber: 5.56mm NATO
Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt
Overall length: 720 mm
Barrel length: 460 mm
Weight: 2.8 kg empty, 3.63 kg with loaded 30 rounds magazine & sling
Magazine capacity: 20 or 30 rounds standard
Rate of fire: 750 - 900 rounds per minute
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Submachine Guns-

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Thompson M1927 "Tommy Gun", cost- 750 (made in America)

Caliber: .45ACP
Weight, empty 4.69 kg 4.9 kg 4.78 kg
Length: 852 mm
Barrel length: 267 mm
Rate of fire: 700 rpm
Magazine capacity: 20 or 30 rounds box ("stick") magazines and 50 or 100 rounds drums
Effective range: 50 meters
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http://world.guns.ru/smg/mac11.jpg

MAC-11, cost- 1,200 (made in America)

Caliber: .45ACP, 9x19mm Luger/Para (.380ACP a.k.a. 9x17mm Short for M-11)
Weight: 2,84 kg (1.59 kg M-11)
Length: 269 mm (548 mm with open stock) (248/460 mm for M11)
Rate of fire: 1100 rounds per minute (1600 rpm for MAC-11 in .380)
Magazine capacity: 30 , 32 rounds
Effective range: 25 meters
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Colt mod. 635, cost- 719 (made in America)

Caliber: 9x19mm Luger/Para
Weight: 2.59 kg empty
Lenght (stock closed/open): 650 / 730 mm
Barrel lenght: 260 mm
Rate of fire: 900 rounds per minute
Magazine capacity: 20 or 32 rounds
Effective range: 200 meters
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IMI UZI, cost- 675 (made in Israel)

Caliber: 9x19mm Luger/Para
Weight, kg: 3,7
Length, mm (stock closed / open): 470 / 650
Barrel length, mm: 400
Rate of fire, rounds/min: 600
Magazine capacity, rounds: 25 , 32
Effective range, meters: 200
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IMI Micro UZI, cost- 600 (made in Israel)

Caliber: 9x19mm Luger/Para
Weight, kg: 1.5
Length, mm (stock closed / open): 250 / 460
Rate of fire, rounds/min: 1,250
Magazine capacity, rounds: 20
Effective range, meters: 30
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HK MP-5A3, cost- 850 (made in Germany)

Caliber: 9x19mm Parabellum (also .40S&W and 10mm Auto)
Weight, empty: 2.88 kg
Length: 490 / 660 mm
Barrel length: 225 mm
Rate of fire: 800 rounds per minute
Magazines: 15 and 30 rounds
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http://world.guns.ru/smg/hk_mp5ka4.jpg

HK MP-5K, cost- 650 (made in Germany)

Caliber: 9x19mm Luger/Para
Weight: 2 kg without magazine
Length (stock closed/open): 325 mm
Barrel length: 115 mm
Rate of fire: 900 rounds per minute
Magazine capacity: 15 or 30 rounds
Effective range: about 25 meters
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http://world.guns.ru/smg/hk_ump45.jpg

HK UMP-45, cost- 1,000 (made in Germany)

Caliber: .45ACP, .40SW and 9x19mm Luger/Para
Weight: 2.1 - 2.2 kg empty
Lenght (stock closed/open): 450 / 600 mm
Barrel lenght: 200 mm
Rate of fire: 600 - 700 rounds per minute
Magazine capacity: 10, 25, 30 rounds
Effective range: 100 meters
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http://world.guns.ru/smg/bizon.jpg

PP-19 Bizon, cost- 1,300 (made in Russia)

Caliber: 9x18mm PM and PMM; 7,62x25mm Tokarev; 9x19mm Luger / Parabellum
Weight: 2.1 kg w/o magazine
Length: 425 / 660 mm (buttstock folded / open)
Barrel length: ?? mm
Rate of fire: 600 - 700 rounds per minute
Magazine capacity: 64 rounds ( 9 mm); 45 rounds (7.62mm)
Effective range: 100 - 200 meters, depending on ammunition used
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http://world.guns.ru/smg/fn_p90.jpg

FN P90, cost- 760 (made in Belgium)

Caliber: 5.7x28mm SS190
Weight: 2.54 kg empty; 3 kg loaded with magazine with 50 rounds
Lenght: 500 mm
Barrel lenght: 263 mm
Rate of fire: 900 rounds per minute
Magazine capacity: 50 rounds
Effective range: 200 meters
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http://world.guns.ru/smg/sterling_l2a3.jpg

Sterling L2A3, cost- 1,000 (made in Britain)

Caliber: 9x19mm Luger/Para
Weight: 2.7 kg empty; 3.5 kg loaded
Lenght (stock closed/open): 481 / 686 mm
Barrel lenght: 198 mm
Rate of fire: 550 rounds per minute
Magazine capacity: 34 rounds
Effective range: 200 meters
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Shotguns-

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Ithaca 37 'Stakeout', cost- 500 (made in America)

Type: manually operated, pump-action
Gauge: 12
Chamber: 76 mm (3 inch)
Length: 1003 mm
Barrel length: 470 mm (18 1/2 inch)
Weight: 3.06 kg empty
Capacity: 4 rounds in underbarrel tube magazine
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Jackhammer Mk3A1, cost- 1,100 (made in America)

Type: gas-operated, select-fire
Gauge: 12
Length: 787 mm
Barrel length: 525 mm.
Weight unloaded : 4.57 kg
Capacity : 10 rounds in removable revolver-type drum magazine
Rate of fire: 240 rounds per minute
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http://world.guns.ru/shotgun/mossberg%20500%20cruiser.jpg
http://world.guns.ru/shotgun/mossberg500tact2.gif

Mossberg 500, cost- 610 (made in America). Both versions shown above are available.

Type: Pump action shotgun
Gauge: 12, 20, or .410
Chamber: 76mm (3").
Overall length: varies with different models
Barrel length(s): 355 - 500 mm (14" - 20") for combat/defensive versions. up to 28" in hunting versions
Weight: 3.06-3.29kg
Magazine: 7 rounds in underbarrel tube magazine
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http://world.guns.ru/shotgun/ben_m3s90.jpg
http://world.guns.ru/shotgun/ben_m3_switch.jpg

Benelli M3 Super 90, cost- 450 (made in Italy)

Type: selective pump-action or semi-auto recoil inertia operated
Gauge: 12
Length: 1040-1200mm
Barrel length: 500-660 mm.
Weight 3.2-3.5 kg
Capacity: 8 rounds in underbarrel tube magazine
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SPAS-12, cost- 850 (made in Italy)

Type: selective pump-action or gas-operated
Gauge: 12
Chamber: 2 3/4" (70 mm)
Length: 1041 mm
Barrel length: 546 mm.
Weight: 4.4 kg
Capacity: 8 rounds in underbarrel tube magazine
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http://world.guns.ru/shotgun/franchi_spas15.jpg

SPAS-15, cost- 1,000 (made in Italy)

Type: Selective semi-auto (Gas operated, rotating bolt) or manual pump action
Gauge: 12
Chamber: 70mm (2 1/2").
Barrel length: 450 mm
Overall length: 1000 mm (750mm with butt folded)
Weight: 3.9 kg empty
Magazine: 6 rounds detachable box
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http://world.guns.ru/shotgun/saiga12k.jpg

Saiga 12, cost- 596 (made in Russia)

Type: Semi-auto, gas operated, rotating bolt shotgun
Gauge: 12
Chamber: 76mm (3").
Length: 910/670mm (buttstock open/folded)
Weight: 3.5kg.
Barrel length: 430mm.
Capacity: 5 or 8 rounds in detachable box magazine
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http://world.guns.ru/shotgun/toz194.jpg

TOZ-194, cost- 471 (made in Russia)

Type: pump-action
Gauge: 12
Length: 805 mm
Barrel length: 540 mm.
Weight 2.9 kg
Capacity: 7 rounds in underbarrel tube magazine
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Neostead, cost- 760 (made in South Africa)

Type: pump-action ("forward-back" handguard movement instead of classic "back-forward", moving barrel)
Gauge: 12 ( 2 3/4" - 70 mm chamber)
Length: 690 mm
Barrel length: 570 mm.
Weight: 3.9 kg empty
Feed: dual over-the-barrel tube magazine, 6 + 6 rounds capacity
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Machine Guns-

http://world.guns.ru/machine/fn_minimi_m249.jpg

M249 SAW, cost- 4,000 (made in America)

Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
Weight: 7.1 kg
Length: 1,040 mm
Barrel length: 465
Feeding: belt or magazines
Rate of fire, cyclic: 750 - 1000 rounds per minute
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M60, cost- 3,600 (made in America)

caliber: 7,62 mm NATO
weigth: 10.5 kg on bipod
length: 1105 mm
barrel length: 560 mm
feeding belt: 100 rounds belt
rate of fire: 550 rounds/min
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http://world.guns.ru/machine/fn_mag_b.jpg

M240, cost- 6,000 (made in America)

Caliber: 7,62x51mm NATO
Weight: 11 - 13 kg on bipod (depending on version), ~21 kg on tripod
Length: 1260 mm
Barrel length: 545 mm
Feed: belt
Rate of fire: selectable, 650-750 and 950-1000 rounds per minute
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http://world.guns.ru/machine/fn-m2hb.jpg

Browning M2HB, cost- 2,300 (made in America)
Caliber: .50BMG (12,7x99mm)
Weigth: 38 kg MG, 58 kg complete with M3 tripod
Length: 1650 mm
Length of barrel: 1140 mm
Feeding: belt 100 rounds
Rate of fire: 450-600 rounds/min
V0, m/s: 930 m/s
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http://world.guns.ru/machine/pks_250rds_belt.jpg

PKM, cost- 3,540 (made in Russia)

caliber: 7,62x54R
V0: 825 m/s
weigth: 8,99kg on bipods (PK), 16,48kg on tripod (PKS)
Length: 1173 mm
Length of barrel: 658 mm
feeding belt: 100, 200 or 250 rounds
rate of fire: 650 rpm
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http://world.guns.ru/machine/rpk74_1.jpg

RPK-74, cost- 3,000 (made in Russia)

caliber: 5.45x39 mm
weigth: 5 kg on bipod
Length: 1060 mm
Length of barrel: 590 mm
feeding: box magazine 45 rounds or drum 75 rounds (rare)
rate of fire: 600 rounds per minute
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http://world.guns.ru/machine/mg3.jpg

MG3, cost- 4,000 (made in Germany)

Caliber: 7,62mm NATO (.308 Win)
Weigth: 11,5kg on bipod, plus tripod 25kg
Length: 1225 mm
Length of barrel: 565 mm
Feeding: belt 50 or 250 rounds
Rate of fire: 1200 rounds/min
V0 820 m/s
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http://world.guns.ru/machine/hk21e_w_belt.jpg

HK 21E, cost- 3,863 (made in Germany)

Caliber: 7,62mm NATO
Weigth: 9.3 kg on bipod
Length: 1140 mm
Length of barrel: 550 mm
Feeding: box magazine 20 or 30 rounds, drum 80 rounds or belt 50 or 100 rounds
Rate of fire: 800 rounds/min
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http://world.guns.ru/machine/mg36_sm.jpg

HK MG-36, cost- 4,000 (made in Germany)

caliber: 5.56mm NATO
V0: ?
weigth: 3.57kg on bipod, w/o magazine
Length: 998 mm
Length of barrel: 480 mm
feeding: box magazine 30 rounds, dual drum 'Beta-C' magazine 100 rounds
rate of fire: ?
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IMI Negev, cost- 4,100 (made in Israel)

caliber: 5.56mm NATO
V0: 915
weigth: 7.6 on bipod, w/o magazine or belt
Length: 1020 (780 w. folded stock)
Length of barrel: 460
feeding belt: (150 rnds) or M16 or Galil type box magazines
rate of fire: selectable: 700-850 or 850-1000
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http://world.guns.ru/machine/l86a1.jpg

SA-80 LSW, cost- 4,000 (made in Britain)

Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
Weight: 7.3 kg empty, with SUSAT optical sight
Length: 900 mm
Length of barrel: 646 mm
Feeding: detachable box magazines, 30 rounds
Rate of fire: 610 - 775 rounds/min
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http://world.guns.ru/machine/vektor-ss77.jpg

Vektor SS77, cost- 3,000 (made in South Africa)

caliber: 7,62mm NATO (5.56x45mm NATO with Mini-SS kit installed)
Weigth: 9,6 kg on bipod (8.26 kg in Mini-SS configuration)
Length: 1155 mm (1000 mm Mini-SS)
Length of barrel: 550 mm (515 mm Mini-SS)
Feeding: belt
Rate of fire: 600-900 rounds per minute
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Semi-Auto/Full-Auto Handguns-

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Beretta 92/M9, cost- 650 (made in Italy)

Caliber: 9x19mm Luger/Para; also .40SW in Mod.96 and 9x21mm IMI in mod.98
Action: Double action
Overall Length: 217 mm (197 mm Compact versions)
Barrel Length: 125 mm (109 mm Compact versions)
Weight Unloaded: 950-975 gramms, depending on model
Capacity: 15 rounds (all 92 and 98 models except compact); 13 rounds (92 Compact); 11 rounds (mod.96 in .40SW); 8 rounds (92 Compact type M)
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/ber_86.jpg

Beretta 86, cost- 500 (made in Italy)

Type: Double Action (models 87 and 89 - Single Action)
Chamber: .22LR (5.6mm) models 87 and 89; 7.65x17mm (.32ACP) models 81 and 82; 9x17mm Short (.380 ACP) models 84, 85 and 86
Weight unloaded: 570 - 680 g depending on model
Length: 172 mm
Barrel length: 97 mm
Capacity: 8 rounds
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/beretta8040m.jpg

Beretta Cougar 8040 mini, cost- 350 (made in Italy)

Caliber: 9x19mm Luger (mod 8000D, also .40SW in 8040F and 9x21 in mini 8000F; .45ACP in 8045)
Capacity: 10 (15 with extended magazine, 8(11) for .40SW)
Action: Double
Overall Length: 179 mm
Barrel Length: 92 mm
Weight Unloaded: 770 g
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/beretta9000.jpg

Beretta 9000S, cost- 400 (made in Italy)

Type: Double Action (9000S type F) or Double-Action Only (9000S type D)
Chamber: 9x19mm, 9x21 IMI, 40 S&W
Weight unloaded: 730-780 g
Length: 168mm
Barrel length: 88mm
Capacity: 12 rounds (9mm versions)
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Browning BDM, cost- 400 (made in America)

Type: Double Action or Double Action Only manually selective
Chamber: 9x19mm Luger / Parabellum
Weight unloaded: 870 g
Barrel length: 120 mm
Capacity: 15 rounds
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M1911, cost- 400 (made in America)

Action: Single
Caliber: .45 ACP
Capacity: 7 Rounds
Barrel Length: 125 mm
Weight: 1080 g
Overall Length: 216 mm
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/swcs40.jpg

Smith&Wesson Chiefs Special 40, cost- 240 (made in America)

Action: Double Action Only
Caliber: .40 S&W
Capacity: 7 Rounds
Barrel Length: 82,55 mm
Weight: 690g
Overall Length: 165,1 mm
Material: Aluminum Alloy / Carbon Steel
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Ruger 85, cost- 421 (made in America)

Caliber: 9mm
Action(s) *: Double Action
Lenght, mm: 200
Barrel length, mm: 114
Weight, g: 1077
Frame: Aluminium
Capacity, rounds: 15
Years of manufacture: 1987-1991
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Magnum Research inc. Desert Eagle, cost- 1,100 (made in America)

Type: Single Action
Chambering: .357 & .44 Magnum, .50 AE
Length overall: 10.24 in. - 260mm
Weight: 62 oz. - 1,715 g
Barrel length: 6 in. - 152 mm(also 10" - 254 mm)
Magazine: 9, 8 or 7 rounds
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Tokarev TT pistol, cost- 400 (made in Russia)

Chambering: 7.62x25mm TT (7.63 mm Mauser)
Type: Single action
Weight: 910 g
Length: 116 mm
Capacity: 8 rounds
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Makarov PM, cost- 311 (made in Russia)

Caliber: 9x18mm PM; 9x18mm improved (PMM)
Type: Double action
Overall length" 161mm (165mm PMM)
Weight unloaded" 730g (760g PMM)
Barrel length" 93,5 mm
Magazine capacity" 8 rounds (12 rounds PMM)
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Glock 17, cost- 650 (made in Austria)

Length, mm: 186
Barrel length, mm: 114
Weight empty, g: 625
Capacity, rds: 10, 17, 19, 31
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/glock18.jpg

Glock 18, cost- 1,150 (made in Austria)

Length, mm: 186
Barrel length, mm: 114
Weight empty, g: 625
Capacity, rds: 10, 17, 19, 31

Can be fired in Fully Automatic mode
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/glock26.jpg

Glock 26, cost- 400 (made in Austria)

Length, mm: 160
Barrel length, mm: 88
Weight empty, g: 560
Capacity, rds: 10, 12
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/taurus_pt100.jpg

Taurus PT 100, cost- 300

Type: Double Action (DA with Decocker in models AF-D)
Chamber: PT 92/99 - 9x19mm Luger/Parabellum; PT 100/101 - .40S&W
Weight unloaded: ca. 960 g empty (ca. 900 g empty model 92C)
Length: 216 mm (203 mm mod 92C)
Barrel length: 127 mm (108 mm mod 92C)
Capacity: 15 rounds (10 rounds for civilian market)
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/mauser_m2.jpg

Mauser M2, cost- 500 (made in America)

Type: Double Action Only
Chamber: .45ACP, .40SW or .357SIG
Weight unloaded: ca. 900 gramm
Length: 174 mm
Barrel length: 90 mm
Capacity: 8 rounds (.45), 10 rounds (.40 and .357)
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/hk-usp45c.jpg

HK USP Compact .45ACP, cost- 300 (made in Germany)

Type: Double Action or Double Action Only
Calibers: 9x19mm Luger, .40 S&W, .45 Auto, .357SIG (USP Compact only)
Dimensions: (9 x 19 version)
Length: 194 mm
Height: 136 mm
Width: 32 mm
Weight: 720 g
Capacity: 13 rds (9mm), 12 rds (.357 and .40), 8 rds (.45)
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/hk-mk23-2.jpg

HK MK.23, cost- 550 (made in Germany for U.S. SOCOM)

Caliber: .45 ACP
Action: Double Action
Length: 245 mm
Height: 150 mm
Width: 38,8 mm
Weight: 1100 g
Magazine capacity: 12 rounds
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/hk_p2000.jpg

HK P2000, cost- 400 (made in Germany)

Type: Double Action or Combat Defence action (HK proprietary)
Chamber: 9x19mm Luger/Parabellum
Weight unloaded: 620 g
Length: 178 mm
Barrel length: 92 mm
Capacity: 13 rounds
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/walther_p99.jpg

Walther P99, cost- 350 (made in Germany)

Type: Double Action
Caliber:9mm para, .40SW
Length overal: 180mm
Weight: 720g unloaded
Barrel length : 102mm
Capacity: 16 rounds (9mm), 12 rounds (.40SW)
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Revolvers-

http://world.guns.ru/handguns/sw360.jpg

S&W Model 360, cost- 210 (made in America)

Type: Double Action or Double Action Only
Chamber: .38 Spl, some models also in .357 Magnum, .32 H&R Magnum and .22LR
Weight unloaded (with 2 inch barrels): All steel models - 650 - 700g; AirWeight models - ~450 g; AirWeight Ti and Sc - 280 - 340 g
Length: about 175 mm (7 inches) with 2" barrel
Barrel lengths: 1 7/8 or 2 inches (48 or 51 mm) most common; 2 1/8 inches (54 mm) for models in .357 Magnum; also 3 inches (76 mm) for some models
Capacity: 5 rounds (.357 Magnum and .38 Spl); 6 rounds (.32 and .22)
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/sw_28.jpg

S&W model 28, cost- 300 (made in America)

Type: Double Action
Chamber: .38/44, .357 magnum, .41 magnum, 10mm auto, .44 SW Special, .44 Rem Magnum, .45ACP, .45Auto Rim, .45LC
Weight unloaded: wary with model, usually 1 kg plus
Length: wary with model
Barrel length: 2 1/2 to 8 3/4 inches (64 to 222 millimeters)
Capacity: 6 rounds (also some versions of M627 - 7 and 8 rounds in .357magnum)
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/colt_anaconda.jpg

Colt Anaconda, cost- 300 (made in America)

Type: Double Action
Chamber: .357 magnum (Trooper mk.V, King Cobra); .44 Magnum and .45LC (Anaconda)
Weight unloaded: differs with models and barrel lenghts
Length: differs with models and barrel lenghts
Barrel length: from 2 to 8 inches (51 - 203 mm)
Capacity: 6 rounds
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http://world.guns.ru/handguns/ruger_gp141.jpg

Ruger GP-141, cost- 200 (made in America)

Type: Double Action
Caliber: .357 Magnum, .38 Special
Barrel length: 76 mm, 102 mm or 152 mm
Capacity: 6 rounds
Weight: ca. 1000-1300 g
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Sniper Rifles-

http://www.barrettrifles.com/images/model82A1.jpg

Barrett M82A1, cost- 9,000 (made in America)

Caliber: .50 BMG (12.7 x 99mm)
Operation: Short Recoil, Semi-Automatic
Overall Length: 1448 mm
Barrel Length: 737 mm
Feed Device: 10 Round Detachable Box Magazine
Sights: 10X Telescopic
Weight: 12.9 kg empty
Muzzle Velocity: 854 m/s (M33 Ball)
Max Effective Range: 1800 meters
Expected accuracy: 1.5 - 2.0 MOA or better
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http://world.guns.ru/sniper/m21.jpg

Springfield armory M21, cost- 1,100 (made in America)

Caliber: 7.62 NATO (.308 Winchester)
Barrel: 559mm
Mechanism: Rotating bolt, gas operated, air cooled, semi-automatic magazine fed rifle.
Capacity: 10 round box magazine
Weight: without scope 5.27kg
Length: 1118mm
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http://world.guns.ru/sniper/m40a1.jpg

Remington M40A1, cost- 4,000 (made in America)

Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Win)
Length: 1117mm (M40A1)
Weight: 4.08 kg empty w/o scope; 6.57 kg complete weapon
Barrel Length: 660mm (M40); 610mm (M40A1)
Magazine Capacity: 5 rounds in detachable box magazine
Sight: Redfield 3-9X (M40); Unertl 10x with Mil-Dots and BDC (M40A1)
Stock: Remington one piece wooden (M40); McMillan fiberglass (M40A1)
Max Effective Range: 800 meters
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http://world.guns.ru/sniper/m24.jpg

M24, cost- 4,600 (made in America)

Caliber: 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 win)
Operation: Bolt Action
Feed: 5-Round internal magazine
Weight: 5.49 kg empty without telescope
Length: 1092mm
Sights: 10x42 Leupold Ultra M3A telescope sight (Mil-Dots), plus detachable emergency iron sights.
Barrel: 610mm.
Stock: HS Precision - adjustable length.
Max Effective Range: 800 meters
Expected Accuracy: 1 MOA with M118 (Ammo is limiting factor)
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http://world.guns.ru/sniper/barrett_m90.jpg

M90, cost- 9,000 (made in America)

Caliber: .50 BMG (12.7 x 99mm)
Operation: Bolt Action
Overall Length: 1143 mm
Barrel Length: 737 mm
Feed Device: 5 Round Detachable Box Magazine
Sights: 10X Telescopic
Weight: 9.98 kg empty, without scopeљ
Muzzle Velocity: 854 m/s (M33 Ball)
Expected accuracy: about 1 MOA or better with match grade ammunition
Maximum Effective Range: about 1800 meters (depending on the environment conditions and the target)
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http://www.emeraldesigns.com/matchup/pics/psg1_1.jpg

HK PSG-1, cost- 10,000 (made in Germany)

Caliber: 7.62 x 51mm NATO (.308 Win)
Action: Semi-automatic, roller-delayed blowback
Barrel: 650 mm
Overall length: 1208 mm
Weight: 8.10 kg with scope and no magazine
Magazine: 5 or 20 round detachable box
Scope: Hendsoldt 6x42, 6 settings from 100 to 600 meters
Expected accuracy: Sub-1MOA with match grade ammunition
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http://world.guns.ru/sniper/hk_msg90a1.jpg

HK MSG-90, cost- 8,000 (made in Germany)

Caliber: 7.62mm NATO (.308 Win)
Operation: Semi-auto, Roller delayed blowback
Barrel: 600 mm
Weight: 6.4 kg
Length: 1165 mm
Feed Mechanism: 5 or 20 round detachable box magazines.
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Walther WA 2000, cost- 3,000 (made in Germany)

Caliber: .300 Win mag, .308 (7.62x51mm NATO), 7.5x51mm Swiss
Operation: Semi-Auto
Length: 905mm
Weight Unloaded: 6.95 kg
Barrel Length: 650mm
Stock: Thumb-hole (Wood) - Fully adjustable
Magazine: 6 round detachable box
Standard Sight: Schmidt & Bender 2.5-10x56mm
Max Effective Range: 1000+ meters with .300 win mag
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Accuracy International L96, cost- 5,000 (made in Britain)

Caliber: L96, AW, AW Police, AW Folding: 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 win); Super Magnum: .338 Lapua (8.60x70mm), .300 Win Mag, 7mm Rem Mag
Operation: Bolt Action
Length: 1270mm
Barrel lenght: 686mm (.338 Lapua), 660mm (.300 and 7mm)
Weight: 6.8kg empty without telescope
Magazine Capacity: 5 round box magazine
Maximum Effective Range: ca. 800 meters for 7.62mm NATO variants, 1100+ meters for Magnum variants
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Galil, cost- 3,327 (made in Israel)

Caliber(s): 7.62mm NATO (.308Win)
Operation: gas operated, rotating bolt, semi-auto
Barrel: 508 mm
Weight: 8 kg loaded (20 rounds), with scope, sling and bipod
Length: 1115 mm
Feed Mechanism: 20 rounds detachable box mag.
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Dragunov SVD, cost- 6,321 (made in Russia)

Caliber: Russian 7.62x54mm Rimmed
Operation: gas operated, short stroke, rotating bolt; semi-automatic
Capacity: 10 round detachable box magazine
Weight: 4.31kg empty with telescope
Length: 1225 mm
Barrel Length: 620 mm
Max Rate of Fire: 30 RPM
Aimed Rate of Fire: 3-5 RPM
Scope Type: PSO-1 with illuminated reticle
Accuracy: less than 2MOA at 600m
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EXPLOSIVES-


Mines-

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M2 Selectable Lightweight Attack Munition (SLAM), cost- 200

SLAM is an anti-materiel and anti-vehicular (through light armor such as a BMP) munition that is light, compact, effective, and readily usable by Special Operation Forces (SOF) units to destroy enemy vehicles, parked aircraft, and ammunition and petroleum sites while avoiding direct contact with the enemy. The SLAM will have four possible methods of detonation: detonating with a mine function, trip-wire, command detonation function, and a time-delay function (integral timer). The SLAM will replace, for SOF units only, the M-15, M-19, and M-21 mines in the current inventory and augment or replace designated special purpose munitions
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M18 Claymore, cost- 400

The M18 Claymore, a directional fragmentation mine, is 8-1/2 inches long, 1-3/8 inches wide, 3-1/4 inches high, and weighs 3-1/2 pounds. The mine contains 700 steel spheres (10.5 grains) and 1-1/2 pound layer of composition C-4 explosive and is initiated by a No. 2 electric blasting cap. The M18 command-detonated mine may be employed with obstacles or on the approaches, forward edges, flanks and rear edges of protective minefields as close-in protection against a dismounted Infantry attack.
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M72 Area Denial Anti-personnel Mine (ADAM), cost- 800

Area Denial Anti-personnel Mine (ADAM) mines are delivered by 155mm howitzer. ADAM should not be planned on hard surface roads or airfields as the mines will shatter or break when hitting asphalt or concrete.

ADAM is an antipersonnel mine activated by deployed trip lines. There are 36 wedge-shaped mines contained in the 155-mm projectile. Minefield density can be selectively determined by altering the number of rounds applied. There are currently three densities: low, medium, and high. The mines are expelled from the projectile (approximately 600 meters) over the designated target. Shortly after ground impact, up to seven trip line sensors are released out to a maximum length of 20 feet. The detonators are armed to fiction in the event of any small disturbance. The ADAM mine has lethality out to 15 feet. Self-destruct times are 4 hours for short self-destruct (M731) and 48 hours for long self-destruct (M692).
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M73 Remote Anti-Armor Munition (RAAM), cost- 1,000

Remote Anti-Armor Munition (RAAM) mines mines are delivered by 155mm howitzer. RAAM should not be planned on hard surface roads or airfields as the mines will shatter or break when hitting asphalt or concrete.

RAAMS is effective against armored vehicles. The mines are expelled from the rear of the projectile over the target. After ground impact and roll, the mine is armed and ready to detonate upon sensing a proper armored vehicle signature (electromagnetic). A percentage of the nine RAAMS mines are equipped with an antidisturbance device. RAAMS is highly effective when used in conjunction with the ADAM mine, which helps prevent neutralization by enemy ground troops. There are nine RAAMS mines per 155-mm projectile. Minefield densities and self-destruct times are the same as ADAM (M741 short-destruct, M718 long-destruct).
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M86 Pursuit Deterrent Munition (PDM), cost- 450

PDM is a manually-activated Area Denial Artillery Munition (ADAM) with a hand grenade-type release firing mechanism. It deploys up to seven trip wires and possesses the ADAM self-destruct capabilities. For safety purposes, arming will occur one minute after the firing mechanism is released.
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M93 HORNET [Family of Wide Area Munitions - WAM ], cost- 500

The WAM (Wide Area Munition) is a smart, autonomous top attack anti-tank/anti-vehicle munition, designed to defeat armored combat vehicles from a standoff distance. The WAM utilizes acoustic and seismic sensors in its ground platform to detect, track, and classify potential targets, and then launches an infrared detecting submunition or "sublet" over the top of the selected target. Once the sublet detects the target, it fires an explosively formed penetrator (EFP) to defeat the target. Target vehicles include, but are not limited to, tanks (e.g., T-72, and T-80), breachers (e.g., KMT-4/5), and lightly armored tracked vehicles (e.g., BMP, 152-mm SPH, and BMD). The variant currently in LRIP is designated as the Hand Emplaced WAM (HE-WAM). It is designed to be carried and emplaced by one person, to have a standoff lethal radius of 100 meters, 360 degrees around, and to be fully autonomous from final arming to target engagement. The WAM, when fielded, will provide considerable precision engagement force for the Army in the Joint Vision 2010 scenario.
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Demolitions-

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C4, cost- 890

The M118 block demolition charge, or sheet explosive, is a block of four .50-pound sheets of flexible explosive packed in a plastic envelope. Twenty M118 charges and a package of 80 M8 blasting cap holders are packed in a wooden box. Each sheet of the explosive has a pressure-sensitive adhesive tape attached to one surface. Relative effectiveness factor is 1.14.

M118 block demolition charge is designed as a cutting charge especially to be used against steel targets. The sheets of explosive can be quickly applied to irregular and curved surfaces and easily cut to any desired dimensions. The M118 demolition charge may be used for small breaching charges but should not be used as a bulk explosive charge because of its high cost.

The flexibility and adhesive backing of the sheets allow them to be applied to a large variety of targets. The .50-pound sheets can be cut to the desired dimensions and applied in layers to achieve the desired thickness. They are not affected by water and may be used in underwater demolitions.
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M150 Penetrating Augmented Munition (PAM), cost- 400

The Demolition Munition, Concrete Penetrating, HE: M150, also known as the Penetrating Augmented Munition (PAM) is a lightweight, man portable demolition device being developed for the Special Operations Forces. A compact 33 inches long and weighing approximately 42 lbs. PAM can be emplaced by a single person to defeat reinforced concrete bridge piers, walls, and abutments. The munition can be carried in a rucksack or strapped to load-bearing equipment without interfering with the soldier's ability to walk, climb, or rappel. In adddition, it can be initiated by any standard military detonation device.

It provides non-nuclear capability, with greater explosive effectiveness per volume than current military explosives, to create obstacles out of concrete structures in the enemy's rear area. Although designed primarily for reinforced concrete targets, PAM has applications for a wide range of missions, especially those where tamping of the explosive will enhance performance. PAM allows the user to place a substantial amount of explosive deep within reinforced concrete, earth, sand, or other targets to multiply explosive effects.

The PAM is equipped with a sound suppressed stud driver (SSD) and self-contained standoff assembly for proper positioning and attachment to the target. The SSD fires a stud into the target. The PAM is then hung against the target, using this stud and the strap provided. The warhead consists of a forward charge, which cuts any rebar; a hole-drilling charge, which forms a hole in the target; and a follow-through charge, which is propelled to the bottom of the hole where it detonates. The explosion fractures the structure and results in a loss of at least 75% of load-bearing capacity.

The PAM replaces 200lbs of C4, and decreases volume from 4,500 cu. in. to 400 cu. in. It reduces mission time from 3+ man-hrs to 2 man-mins, and requires only one person to defeat each target vs. seven people using conventional explosives.
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M300 Fighting Position Excavator (FPE), cost- 600

The M300 Fighting Position Excavator (FPE) is a kit designed to create a two-soldier fighting position with a minimum of time and effort. The Fighting Position Excavator, developed by Alliant Techsystems, is one of several fighting position initiatives undertaken by the Soldier Enhancement Program. Its objective is to loosen the soil of a specific area on the battlefield, thus greatly reducing the physical effort and time it takes to create a two-man fighting position.

The official name of the FPE is the Demolition Kit, Blasting, Fighting Position Excavator: M300. It consists of an auger and two binary demolition charges that are inert until ready to deploy. The target area is prepared by using the auger to create two pilot holes about 42" apart and 42" deep. The two demolition charges are placed in the ground and detonated to loosen the soil.
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Dynamite, cost- 500

Just a standard dynamite explosive, as seen above.
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Grenades-

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M61 Fragmentation Grenade, cost- 500

(1) Body -- thin sheet metal. Fragments are produced by a serrated wire coil fitted to the inside of the grenade body.

(2) Filler -- 5.5 ounces of Composition B.

(3) Fuze -- M204A1 or M204A2.

(4) Weight -- 16 ounces.

(5) Safety clip -- yes.

(6) Capabilities -- can be thrown 40 meters by average soldier. The effective killing radius is 5 meters and the effective casualty-producing radius is 15 meters. ALTHOUGH THE KILLING RADIUS IS 5 METERS AND THE CASUALTY PRODUCING RADIUS OF THIS GRENADE IS 15 METERS, FRAGMENTS CAN DISPERSE AS FAR AWAY AS 230 METERS.

(7) Color/markings -- olive drab body with a single yellow band at the top. Nomenclature and or lot number markings are in yellow.
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M67 Fragmentation Grenade, cost- 400

(1) Body -- steel sphere.

(2) Filler -- 6.5 ounces of Composition B.

(3) Fuze -- M213.

(4) Weight -- 14 ounces.

(5) Safety clip -- yes.

(6) Capabilities -- can be thrown 40 meters by average soldier. The effective casualty-producing radius is 15 meters. ALTHOUGH THE KILLING RADIUS IS 5 METERS AND THE CASUALTY PRODUCING RADIUS OF THIS GRENADE IS 15 METERS, FRAGMENTS CAN DISPERSE AS FAR AWAY AS 230 METERS.

(7) Color/markings -- olive drab body with a single yellow band at the top. Nomenclature and or lot number markings are in yellow.
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AN-M14 TH3 Incendiary Hand Grenade, cost- 700

(1) Body -- sheet metal.

(2) Filler -- 26.5 ounces of thermate (TH3) mixture.

(3) Fuze -- M201A1.

(4) Weight -- 32 ounces.

(5) Safety clip -- no.

(6) Capabilities -- can be thrown 25 meters by average soldier. A portion of the thermate mixture is converted to molten iron, which burns at 4,000 degrees Fahrenheit. It will fuze together the metallic parts of any object that it contacts. Thermate is an improved version of thermite, the incendiary agent used in hand grenades during World War II. The thermate filler of the AN-M14 grenade burns for 40 seconds and can burn through a 1/2-inch homogeneous steel plate. It produces its own oxygen and will burn under water.

(7) Color/markings -- gray with purple markings and a single purple band (current grenades). Under the standard color-coding system, incendiary grenades are light red with black markings.
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MK3A2 Concussion Grenade, cost- 500

(1) Body -- fiber (similar to the packing container for the fragmentation hand grenade).

(2) Filler -- 8 ouunces of TNT.

(3) Fuze -- M206A1 or M206A2.

(4) Weight -- 15.6 ounces.

(5) Safety clip -- yes.

(6) Capabilities -- can be thrown 40 meters by average soldier. The MK3A2 has an effective casualty radius in open areas of 2 meters. Secondary missiles and bits of fuze may be projected as far as 200 meters from the detonation point.

(7) Color/markings -- black with yellow markings around its middle.
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M79, cost- 10,000

The M79 grenade launcher is a single-shot, break-open, shoulder-fired weapon. It is breech-loading and fires a 40mm grenade. It has an open, fixed front sight and an open, adjustable rear sight.

The M203 was designed and procured as the replacement for the M79 grenade launcher of the Vietnam era.
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RPGs/Anti-Tank Weapons-

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M72 LAW, cost- 8,000

Prior to the fielding of the AT-4 the M-72 Light Anti-tank Weapon (LAW) was the Army's primary shoulder-fired, man-portable, light anti-tank rocket. The M72 66mm LAW (Light Anti-armor Weapon) was developed in the 1960s. It was a revolutionary idea: a pre-packaged rocket which could be fired and the launcher then thrown away. Like the RPG-7, the M72 is capable of penetrating a foot of armor, but its effective range is only 170 to 220 meters. Manufactured by Talley Industries in the U.S. and under license in Norway, it not only became a NATO standard but was copied and produced in Czechoslovakia and Russia (as the RPG-18 and RPG-26). Early versions were frequently inaccurate, corrected by an improved sight and a more powerful rocket motor.

The M72-series LAW is a lightweight, self-contained, antiarmor weapon consisting of a rocket packed in a launcher. It is man-portable, may be fired from either shoulder, and is issued as a round of ammunition. It requires little from the user--only a visual inspection and some operator maintenance. The launcher, which consists of two tubes, one inside the other, serves as a watertight packing container for the rocket and houses a percussion-type firing mechanism that activates the rocket.

. Outer Tube. The trigger housing assembly (which contains the trigger assembly) is on the upper surface of the outer tube. So are the trigger arming handle, front and rear sight assemblies, and the launcher's rear cover.

. Inner Tube. The inner tube telescopes outward toward the rear, guided by a channel assembly that rides in an alignment slot in the outer tube's trigger housing assembly. The channel assembly also houses the firing pin rod assembly, which includes a detent lever assembly. The detent lever assembly moves under the trigger assembly in the outer tube, locking the inner tube in the extended position and cocking the weapon. All this must occur before the weapon can be fired.

.Rocket. The rocket is a percussion-ignited, fin-stabilized, fixed munition. It is attached by the igniter to the inside of the launcher. The rocket consists of a 66-mm HEAT warhead, a point-initiating, base-detonating fuze, and a rocket motor. Six spring-loaded fins are attached to the rear of the rocket motor. These fins are folded forward along the motor when the rocket is in the launcher. When ignited, the propellant in the rocket motor burns completely, producing gasses about 1,400F(760C). The gas pressure pushes the rocket toward the target and exits to the rear of the launcher as the backblast.

The M72-series LAW is issued as a round of ammunition. It contains a nonadjustable propelling charge and a rocket. Every M72-series LAW has an integral high-explosive antitank (HEAT) warhead. The warhead is in the rocket's head (or body) section. The fuze and booster are in the rocket's closure section. The propellant, its igniter, and the fin assembly are in the rocket's motor. No inert versions are available. Appendix B provides information about appropriate gunnery training devices and ammunition. Although the M72-series LAW is mainly used as an antiarmor weapon, it may be used with limited success against secondary targets such as gun emplacements, pillboxes, buildings, or light vehicles.
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RPG-7, cost- 15,000

The RPG-7 anti-tank grenade launcher is one of the most common and most effective infantry weapons in contemporary conflicts. It is rugged, simple and carries a lethal punch. Whether downing US Blackhawk helicopters in Somalia, blasting Russian tanks in Chechnya, or attacking government strong points in Angola, the RPG-7 is the weapon of choice for many infantrymen and guerrillas around the world.

The RPG-7 is the lineal descendant of the World War II German Panzerfaust. It is relatively cheap, quite effective and found everywhere. The RPG-7 was adopted by the Soviet Armed Forces in 1961. Today, it is part of the TO&E of over 40 different countries' armies and several of these countries, besides Russia, are licensed to build their own.(1) Other manufacturers include Bulgaria, China, Iran, Iraq, Romania and Pakistan.

The RPG-7 is a shoulder-fired, muzzle-loaded, antitank and antipersonnel grenade launcher which launches a variety of fin-stabilized, oversized grenades from a 40mm tube. The launcher with optical sight weighs 6.9 kilograms (15.2 pounds) and has a maximum effective range of 300 meters against moving point targets and 500 meters against stationary point targets.

The maximum range for antitank grenades against area targets is 920 meters, at which point the round self-destructs after its 4.5 second flight. The antipersonnel grenades reach over 1100 meters. Among the production grenades are the PG-7, PG-7M, PG-7N, and PG-7VL antitank grenades with armor penetrability of up to 600mm of rolled homogeneous steel. The PG-7VR is a tandem warhead designed to penetrate explosive reactive armor and the armor underneath. The OG-7 and OG-7M are high-explosive antipersonnel grenades.(2)
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M3 Multi-Role Anti-Armor Anti-Personnel Weapon System (MAAWS), cost- 20,000

The Multi-Role Anti-Armor Anti-Personnel Weapon System (MAAWS) consists of the M3 Carl Gustaf Rifle and a family of 84mm ammunition. Originally fielded to the US Ranger in 1990, the program has grown to include NAVY Seals. The family of ammunition consists of a High Explosive Anti Tank (HEAT), High Explosive (HE), High Explosive Dual Purpose (HEDP), Smoke, Illumination, Target Practice (TP) and Sub-Caliber Adapter training system. The ammunition weighs between 7 to 10 pounds. The effective range depending on the ammunition type varies from 200 to 1300 meters. The M3 Rifle weighs approximately 25 pounds and is 42 inches in length. There is a Picatinny Fire Control Device (PFCD) developed at Picatinny for the MAAWS. The PFCD is used as a mount for optical/night sights. It is used to address trajectory differences between HEAT, HE, and HEDP rounds. The PFCD contains a dual function knob that can be used to select round type and range. The original FCD from Bofors was a two-cam design (HEAT & HE). A second knob with a third cam for the HEDP firing. Idea of switching knobs was not favorable by the Rangers, therefore Picatinny was tasked to design a three-cam FCD to replace the Bofors' FCD. The M3 rifle and the supporting family of ammunition are manufactured by Bofors of Sweden.
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M136 AT4, cost- 13,000

The M136 AT4 is the Army's primary light anti-tank weapon. The M136 AT4 is a recoilless rifle used primarily by Infantry Forces for engagement and defeat of light armor. The recoilless rifle design permits accurate delivery of an 84mm High Explosive Anti-Armor warhead, with negligible recoil. The M136 AT4 is a lightweight, self-contained, antiarmor weapon consisting of a free-flight, fin-stabilized, rocket-type cartridge packed in an expendable, one-piece, fiberglass-wrapped tube. The M136 AT4 is man-portable and is fired from the right shoulder only. The launcher is watertight for ease of transportation and storage. Unlike the M72-series LAW, the M136 AT4 launcher need not be extended before firing. Though the M136 AT4 can be employed in limited visibility, the firer must be able to see and identify the target and estimate the range to it. Subsequent to the initial fielding of the weapon, a reusable night sight bracket was developed and fielded. It permits utilization of standard night vision equipment. The system's tactical engagement range is 250 meters and has been used in multiple combat situations. The round of ammunition is self-contained in a disposable launch tube. The system weighs 15 pounds and can be utilized effectively with minimal training.
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AT-4 Spigot, cost- 17,000

The first concrete evidence of the existence of second-generation Soviet ATGMs was a 1975 report in a Yugoslav military periodical that an ATGM called FAGOT had recently appeared in the Warsaw Pact forces. Subsequently, it was reported that the FAGOT first entered service in 1972. The man-portable FAGOT system has now been given the NATO nickname SPIGOT and the US designation AT-4. The BRDM-mounted AT-5/SPANDREL was at one time misidentified as the FAGOT, and the missiles are indeed quite similar.

Introduced in the mid-1970s, the SPIGOT was designed primarily to replace AT- 3 SAGGER man-packed missiles. The SPIGOT has a number of improvements over the SAGGER including a smaller but more lethal warhead, SACLOS guidance that gives a 90 percent probability of a first round hit, a speed of 183 meters per second that propels the missile to its maximum range in just 11 seconds, and minimum range of only 70 meters. While meant to be a primarily a man-pack missile, the SPIGOT may be mounted on the BMP and BMD in place of the SAGGER.

Because of its weight, the Russians categorize the AT-4/4B system as portable (21-40 kg) rather than manportable. For dismounted carry load is divided among three packs. Due to the greater weight, AT-5/-5B fits into the "heavy" class (40+ kg), and should only be carried short distances from vehicles (<500 meters). For crews using both ATGM classes and operating near vehicles, combat load is 8 (4 stowed in the vehicle).

The AT-4/SPIGOT is a tube-launched, semiautomatic command-to-line-of-sight (SACLOS), antitank guided missile system with a HEAT warhead. The SPIGOT launch tube, in which the missile is stored and carried, is 1,200 mm long, 134 mm in diameter, and weighs 5 kg. The missile itself is estimated to have slightly smaller dimensions and a weight of 7 kg. This tripod-mounted, wire-guided ATGM, similar in many respects to the US TOW system, was deployed as a direct replacement for the man-portable SAGGER, and to replace SAGGERs on the BMP and BMD as well.

The SPIGOT has a minimum range of only 70 meters and a maximum range of 2,000 meters. Missile speed is estimated at 185 meters per second, with a maximum flight time of 11 seconds. The warhead, which is probably smaller than that of the SAGGER, has an armor penetration capability of 500 to 600 mm. Probability of first-round hit should be at least the same as for the AT-3c semiautomatic SAGGER (90 percent).

The SACLOS guidance system increases accuracy and reduces operator training requirements, since it is no longer necessary for the operator to track target and missile simultaneously. The operator keeps his sight trained on the target while the missile is tracked automatically. The deviation between the missile's path and the operator's line-of-sight is measured by an IR tracking apparatus, the IR source being in the tail of the missile. An apparatus at the control site then generates guidance commands which are transmitted to the missile by wire, causing the missile to eliminate the deviation.

The requirement that the missile launcher of a SACLOS system be collocated with the aiming and tracking assembly (i.e., the operator) eliminates the possibility of moving the operator to a remote position for safety.

The antitank platoon of a BTR-equipped motorized rifle battalion has two ATGM squads. Each squad has two SPIGOT firing teams. In each three-man team, the gunner carries the launcher and tripod as a backpack, and the two bearers each carry two launch tubes as backpacks. All three men carry an assault rifle, but no RPG-16, since the SPIGOT does not have the 500-meter deadspace of the SAGGER.

The AT-4B/Factoria is an upgrade ATGM with a 2,500 meter range, 550-mm penetration, and a velocity of 180 m/s (13.2 - 14.0 sec TOF). Russian firms have developed counter-countermeasures, such as encoded-pulse beacons for ATGMs and counter-dazzler adjustments to the 9S451M1 guidance box. Filters can be mounted in front of reticles. TPVP/1PN65 thermal sight is available, with the range approximately 2,500 meters. Weight is 13 kg. Slovenian TS-F sight and Russian 1PN86-1/1PN86/Mulat have a 3,600 meter detection range.

Currently, the Russian Army employs the BRDM-2/AT-5 ATGM variant carrying either SPIGOT (normally for the AT-4 system) or longer-ranged SPANDREL missiles. This system is antiquated by modern standards, and lacks the mobility, armor protection, and effectiveness needed on the modern battlefield. The Russian Army is faced with the option of purchasing the BMP-3 mounted AT-14 Kornet system, which is a follow-on to the AT-5, or the more expensive AT-15 Khrizantema, a more powerful system capable of engaging more targets at greater ranges.
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AT-7, cost- 18,000

The Russians characterize the AT-7 ATGM complex as light or manportable (5-20 kg), permitting long-distance carry by dismounted infantry. Although the AT-13 complex slightly exceeds 20 kg, it is close enough to fit into the category. Guidance elevation has a 15° span. Because the module is small and can be quickly corrected by shifting, elevation and field of view are operationally unlimited, and permit use against hovering or stationary helicopters. The Russian 1PN86V/Mulat-115 thermal sight is available for use on the launcher, with detection at 3,200 meters and recognition beyond the missile's 1,500 meter range. Field of view is 4.6°.
Bayorta
26-12-2003, 04:08
Very nice storefront!

I am not looking at purchasing anything at the moment, but as a gesture of good will may we purchase 10 m-14s from your fine store. Myself and a few other ministers need some target practice.

Regards,
Sergei Ivanov
Minister of Defence,
Ministry of Defence

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Self-Propelled Howitzers-

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M-109A6 Paladin, cost- 5 million

The M109A6 Paladin is the latest advancement in 155mm self-propelled artillery. The system enhances previous versions of the M109 by implementing onboard navigational and automatic fire control systems. Paladin has both a Kevlar-lined chassis and a pressurized crew compartment to guard against ballistic, nuclear, biological, and chemical threats.

The M109A6 is the most technologically advanced cannon in the Army inventory. This weapon has a 4 man crew, and weights approximately 62,000 lbs/32 tons, and has a cruising range of 186 miles, Max speed is 35 MPH, It has a fuel capacity of 133 gals. The Paladin can operate independently, from on the move, it can receive a fire mission, compute firing data, select and take up its firing position, automatically unlock and point its cannon, fire and move out - all with no external technical assistance. Firing the first round from the move in under 60 seconds, a "shoot and scoot" capability protects the crew from counterbattery fire. The M109A6 Paladin is capable of firing up to four rounds per minute to ranges of 30 kilometers. The Paladin features increased survivability characteristics such as day/night operability, NBC protection with climate control and secure voice and digital communications. The crew remains in the vehicle throughout the mission.
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M44 155mm, cost- 2 million

Although the M44 155mm Self-propelled Gun has been withdrawn from service with the US Army, it is still operated by a number of other countries, including Turkey. The upgraded M44T has increased mobility, firepower and reliability. The M44T upgrade package was originally developed in the late 1980s by a German consortium of GLS, MTU and Rheinmetall. The latter company was responsible for the ordnance which is similar to that used on the upgraded M109A3G of the German Army which in turn is based on that used in the towed FH-70 system. Turkey has modernised its old US-built 155mm M44 guns in a number of key areas including the installation of a 155mm/39 calibre ordnance and the replacement of the petrol engine by a more fuel-efficient German MTU MB 833Aa 501 diesel engine developing 450hp, coupled to the original Allison automatic transmission. The original M44 fired a high-explosive projectile to a maximum range of 14.6km while the upgraded M44T has a maximum range of 24.70km using standard ammunition or 30km using enhanced projectiles.
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M52 105mm, cost- 1.2 million

The M52 105mm Self-Propelled Howitzer was largely deployed in NATO areas and its ammunition was commonly used throughout NATO forces. It was extensively used during the Vietnam era, and subsequently withdrawn from service in the US military. Vehicles of this type remain in service in the militaries of some other countries.
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M55 8", cost- 2 million
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M107 175mm, cost- 2.4 million

The M107 175mm self-propelled Gun was largely deployed in NATO areas and its ammunition was commonly used throughout NATO forces. Designed to be part of a common family of weapons utilising the same chassis components, the M107 and M110 were essentially the same vehicle mounting different barrels. These guns fired an HE shell weighing 66.6 kilograms at a muzzle velocity of 914 meters per second. The M107 was used extensively in Vietnam to provide long range firesupport (being able to fire more than 30 km) and took part in numerous cross-DMZ duels with NVA guns. Though withdrawn from American service, vehicles of this type remain in service in the militaries of some other countries.
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M108 105mm, cost- 2 million

The M108 105mm Self-Propelled Howitzer was largely deployed in NATO areas and its ammunition was commonly used throughout NATO forces. Vehicles of this type remain in service in the militaries of some other countries, although it has been withdrawn from service in the US military. The M108 was being phased out of the US Army at the time of Vietnam because its gun was considered too light for battlefield support and 155mm calibre had been standardised in NATO.
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M110A2 203mm, cost- 5 million

The M110A2 is a self-propelled heavy artillery cannon with a crew of 12. Designed to be part of a common family of weapons utilising the same chassis components, the M107 and M110 were essentially the same vehicle mounting different barrels. This full-tracked, self-propelled artillery weapon that fires a 200-pound, eight-inch diameter projectile. The shell leaves the muzzle at a velocity of 2,300 feet per second and can travel more than 18 miles. Ammunition includes standard high explosives, bomblets and high explosive rockets. It is found in some corps artillery units. This howitzer system was designed to provide medium-range, general support artillery fire. Powered by a Detroit Diesel, it is not armored and can travel at a top speed of between 30 an 45 miles per hour. The M110A2 was built by Bowen-McLauchlin-York of York, Pennsylvania. Widely used in Vietnam, the Army received this howitzer in 1963. There were 1,023 M-110A2s in the Army inventory in the early 1990s, prior to the system being phased out of service.
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M992 FAASV Field Artillery Ammunition Supply Vehicle, cost- 4 million

Field Artillery Ammunition Support Vehicle is a field artillery weapons (M109A2 self-propelled class) in terms of speed, mobility, and survivability. This full-tracked, self-propelled, diesel-powered vehicle is a highly mobile and maneuverable. It is capable of long-range, high-speed operation on improved roads. It is also well-suited to rough terrain, muddy or marshy ground, sand, snow, and ice. The M992 can also for can also ford waterways where maximum depth is 42 inches.
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M-1974 Gvodzika (Carnation) 122mm, cost- 3 million

While the chassis of the 2S1 somewhat resembles that of the PT-76, it is essentially a new design, derived from the MT-LB chassis. The 2S1 has seven road wheels (versus six for either PT-76 or MT-LB) and no return rollers, with the drive sprocket at the front and the idler at the rear. As with the MT-LB, two different widths of track can be fitted, the wider tracks lowering the ground pressure and facilitating travel over soft terrain. The amphibious 2S1 is driven through the water by its tracks.

The boat-like hull contains the engine compartment at the right front and the driver's compartment at the left front, with the driver's hatch to the left of the gun tube. The fighting compartment in the rear of the hull is topped by a low-silhouette, rotating turret. Atop the all-welded turret are the commander's cupola (with single hatch cover) on the left and the loader's hatch on the right. The gunner, also located in the left side of the turret, has no hatch. The commander and driver have IR night sighting equipment, but there is no IR gunnery equipment. An interesting feature on the turret is the tear-drop shaped port cover on the left front near the gunner's position. The 2S1 has a direct fire sight besides its panoramic telescope. The vehicle is fitted with a collective NBC overpressure and filtration protective system.

The long 122-mm howitzer mounted on the rounded front of the turret is derived from the towed 122-mm howitzer D-30. The double-baffle muzzle brake is flush with the forward edge of the hull, and the bore evacuator is located midway along the tube.

The 2S1 can be quickly distinguished from the 152-mm self-propelled howitzer 2S3 by the smaller turret and less massive gun on the 2S1. The 2S1 also has a single unit shield for the recoil-recuperator mechanism above the tube, while the 2S3 has two separate cylinders above the tube. Also, the tube of the 2S1 does not extend beyond the front of the vehicle, while the 2S3 tube does.

The 2S1 is found in the howitzer battalion of BMP-equipped motorized rifle regiments and some tank regiments. Since it is tracked and amphibious, it has the cross-country capability necessary to keep pace with supported BMPs and tanks. It has a maximum range of 15,300 meters and is also used extensively in a direct fire role against armored vehicles or to breach minefields and other obstacles.

The vehicle has a relatively light weight of less than 1 6 metric tons, with a ground pressure of approximately 0.5 kg/cm2. This enables it to operate in swamps and deep snow and also contributes to its amphibious capability. It is propelled by track drive in water as well as on land. The light weight and low profile also make air-lifting easier. The tightly sealed hull with its filtration system enables the 2S1 to operate in irradiated or contaminated zones as well as under heavy dust conditions. The turret is mounted with a ball-bearing race and has an electric drive for rapid traverse, although precise aiming is performed with a manual drive. A ramming mechanism speeds up the loading process, and fired cases are ejected automatically.
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M-1975 Tyulpan 240-mm, cost- 6 million

Length 8.5 m
Width 3.2 m
Height 3.2 m
Weight 30.0 t
Speed 62 km/h
Fording 1.0 m
Armour 20 mm Steel
Engine V-59, 520 hp
Fuel Cap. 500 lit
Crew 9
Armament 1 x 240mm M-240
1 x 12.7mm DsHK
Ammo 12 x 240mm
100 x 12.7mm
NBC-prot. Yes
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The 152mm 2S19 MSTA-S self-propelled howitzer entered service with the Russian Army in 1989. While the Russian Army hoped to replace all of its 122mm and 152mm self propelled artillery with this howitzer, budgetary constraints mean this replacement will not be completed any time soon. At least one 2S19-equipped regiment served in Chechnya as part of the 8th Army Corps.

MSTA-S comprises a turret mounted on a tracked armored chassis based on elements of the T-72 and T-80 main battle tanks. It is manufactured by Uraltransmash of Ekaterinberg, Russia.

The 2S19's gun crew can load the gun at any angle of elevation. Ammunition and gun loading, laying and re-targeting are highly automated, allowing maximum firing rate of 8 rounds per minute with onboard rounds and 6-7 rounds per minute with rounds from the ground. The system provides automatic gun loading for projectiles and semi-automatic loading for charges. The design of the ammunition rack allows different types of projectiles to be stored in the same rack. The automatic loading mechanism can select the type of ammunition and control the loading and the number of rounds. A major drawback to the Krasnopol semiactive laser-guided projectileis the incompatibility with the autoloader of the 2S19 due to the projectile's length. The Krasnopol-M (152-mm/155-mm) was developed as a follow-on product improvement that is fully compatible with the 2S19 autoloader

A battery can deliver projectiles on a target and move on to the next firing point before reaction firing. The howitzer's armor gives protection against armor-piercing bullets and projectiles. The 2S19 can also produce a smokescreen by injecting diesel fuel into the exhaust outlet. The 21-hp gas turbine AP-18D Auxiliary Power Unit provides power for turret operations when the vehicle engine is shut down.
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PzH 2000 (Panzerhaubitze 2000) 155mm, cost- 3 million

The German PzH 2000 (Panzerhaubitze 2000) is Germany's next generation 155-millimeter self-propelled howitzer, and is among the most capable howitzers. The required range of 30 km with standard NATO- ammunition or almost 40 km with assisted ammunition is achieved by the newly developed 52 cal. 155 mm armament, and also by the new Modular Charge System (MTLS). Continued use of the in-service bag charges is also possible. The 155mm armament is automatically laid at high speed and precision, its position is checked after every fired round and, if necessary, it is relayed automatically. The automatic shell loading system includes different semi- automatic and manual back-up modes, an automatic primer magazine, and automatic inductive fuze setting. A hybrid Global Positioning System [GPS] navigation system is used for navigating and determining the position of the gun barrel. An on-board ballistic computer with a radio data link to an external fire control command post enables the gun to conduct fire missions quickly and independently from any unprepared firing position after receiving target position and ammunition data. The PzH 2000 is also able to automatically lay its main armament in accordance with laying and ammunition data radio transmitted by a fire control command post

The PzH 2000 155mm self propelled howitzer was developed by Krauss Maffei - Wegmann and Co GmbH for the German Army. In 1986 Italy, the United Kingdom, and Germany, agreed to terminate the trilateral cooperation on the PzH 155-1 (SP 70) program, and German industry was asked to submit bid proposals for PzH 155 mm (front-driven). Wegmann received a contract in March 1996 for production of 185 units [out of an eventual total of 594] with deliveries between 1998 and 2002 for use in the "crisis reaction forces" (KRK) as well as for first deployment in the Main Forces. Wegmann & Co GmbH, Kassel and Krauss-Maffei Wehrtechnik GmbH, Munich, the two key players on the German and international market for military land vehicles on tracks and wheels have merged in 1998.
Wegmann anticipates that there is an international market as ageing US-developed M109s, towed howitzers, and former Eastern bloc equipments requires replacement. NATO standardization requirements as well as the Joint Ballistic Memorandum of Understanding endorsed by France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom and the United States are met, which ensures interoperability of the PzH 2000 and the interchangeability of ammunition. It is the objective of Wegmann´s international marketing efforts to interest additional allied and friendly armies in the PzH 2000 with the intention of introducing and procuring this weapon system jointly with the German artillery. A larger procurement quantity will result in a lower unit price in Germany as well as a more attractive competitive price on the world market.


The PzH 2000 is an improvement over the US Paladin, but it does not meet all of the American Crusader's requirements. The PzH 2000 is configured as a typical howitzer, with the majority of the crew located in the weapons compartment [the Crusader vehicles have separate crew and weapons compartments, which allows additional armor to be placed around the crew compartment and provides better protection from hits in the weapons compartment]. PzH 2000 contractor officials have said that they could develop an automated resupply vehicle based on the PzH 2000 chassis and modify the PzH 2000 howitzer to meet all of the Crusader key requirements and many of the other Crusader requirements. A modified PzH 2000 howitzer and an automated PzH 2000-based resupply vehicle each would require a crew of three--the same crew size as the Crusader vehicles are expected to require. However, a modified PzH 2000 howitzer would still have crew located in the weapons compartment and the associated adverse impact on survivability.
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Towed Howitzers-

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M101A1 105mm, cost- 1.6 million

Primary function: Light, towed, general purpose field artillery weapon used as a contingency weapon during Marine Air Ground Task Force deployments which are not conducive to mobility deficiencies of the M198 155mm Howitzer.
Manufacturer: Rock Island Arsenal
Length: 19.5 feet (5.94 meters)
Width: 7.25 feet (2.21 meters)
Height: 5.66 feet (1.73 meters)
Weight: 4,980 pounds (2,260 kilograms)
Bore diameter: 105 mm
Maximum effective range: 6.99 miles (11.27 kilometers)
Rates of fire:
Maximum: 10 rounds per minute
Sustained: 3 rounds per minute

Features: The M101A1 105mm Light Howitzer, Towed is a general purpose, light field artillery weapon consisting of a cannon, 105mm howitzer (M2A2); recoil mechanism, M2 series; and carriage, 105mm Howitzer, M2A2. It can be used for direct or indirect fire. The cannon consists of a tube assembly, breech ring, and locking ring. The cannon is mounted on the recoil sleigh assembly. The firing mechanism is a continuous pull (self cocking) type activated by pulling a lanyard. The cannon is single-loaded, air-cooled and uses semi-fixed ammunition. The carriage is of the single axle and split trail type. The trails are divided at emplacement, but are drawn together and locked during travel. A drawbar is provided for securing to a prime mover. The carriage consists of an equilibrator, shield, elevating mechanism, cradle, gear, elevating arcs, traversing mechanism, top carriage, wheels, and trails. The recoil mechanism is a constant hydropneumatic type shock absorber that decreases the energy of the recoil gradually and so avoids violent movement of the cannon or carriage. It is installed in the cradle of the carriage.
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M102 105mm, cost- 1.5 million

The M-102 105mm howitzer is used in air mobile (helicopter) and light infantry operations. The weapon carriage is lightweight welded aluminum, mounted on a variable recoil mechanism. The weapon is manually loaded and positioned, and can be towed by a 2 ton truck or High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), can be transported by UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters, or can be dropped by parachute with airborne units. When emplaced, the howitzer's high volume of fire compensates in large measure for the lower explosive weight of the projectile compared to the Army's 155mm and 8-inch howitzers. Since 1964, the Army has acquired 1,150 M-102 towed howitzers. This weapon is being replaced by the M-119-series 105mm howitzer

The 105-mm howitzer M102 is a lightweight towed weapon, which has a very low silhouette when in the firing position. The M102 howitzer fires a 33-pound projectile of semifixed ammunition and at charge 7 will fire 11,500 meters. It has a muzzle velocity of 494 meters per second. The maximum rate of fire is 10 rounds per minute for the first 3 minutes, with a sustained rate: 3 rounds per minute.

A roller tire attached to the trail assembly of the M102 permits the weapon to be rotated 6,400 mils around a firing platform, which provides the pivot for the weapon. The weapon can be elevated from -89 mils(-5 degrees) to a maximum of 1,333 mils (75 degrees). The panoramic telescope has a four power, fixed focus optical system, with 178 mils field of view. It contains dry nitrogen gas to retard fogging and condensation. The parallax shield used during boresighting protects the lens.


The trails are made of aluminum alloy. They are a single box trail in wishbone shape, and serve three purposes, which are: MOBILITY, STABILITY, and STOWAGE OF SECTION EQUIPMENT. The lunette is the towing pintle that allows the weapon to be connected to the vehicle. When towing, vehicle has a fixed or seized tow pintle; remove the lock plate located under the lunette. The drawbar has two positions. The drawbar is lowered for travel, and raised for firing.

There are two lifting brackets to connect slings to, when the howitzer is being lifted by helicopter. A third bracket is located on front yoke. The carriage handles are used by crew members to lifting and shifting the howitzer during loading, unloading, and emplacing the howitzer.
The firing platform attaches to the howitzer lower carriage by using a socket and a locking handle. The eight holes are for the stakes needed to stake the howitzer in position. Platform stakes are issued in three sizes. There are 4 fifteen inch stakes issued. These are used for frozen or rocky terrain, and are normally issued only where needed, such as extremely cold areas. There are 8 twenty four inch stakes issued, and they are used for hard packed ground. Thirty eight inch stakes are used for soft ground and there are 4 issued.
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M119A1 105mm, cost- 2 million

The M119A1 is a light weight air mobile air droppable (by parachute) or Towed Howitzer with an average crew of seven soldiers. It provides direct and indirect fire support to highly mobile light infantry divisions and separate brigades. The howitzer can be quickly moved and employed to provide maximum fire power with a minimum of combat loaded weight. It also provides a low silhouette and requires no recoil pit. These aspects combined makes the M119A1 Howitzer one of the most lethal weapon systems in the Army inventory.
The M119A1 has greater range, is lighter and has a more rapid rate of fire than its predecessor, the M102, which it replaces in light/ airmobile/airborne units. The M119 weights 4,000 pounds ( complete with BII). The prime mover is the HMMV truck. The M119 is air transportable with its basic load of ammunition by the UH60 helicopter and is dual lift capable with the CH47 Chinook. The M119 fires all current 105-mm ammunition and new propellant is being developed to give the M119 an increased range to approximately 19K with the rocket assisted projectile.

The M119A1 was originally designed, developed, and produced by Royal Ordnance, Nottingham, England as the L118/L119 British Light Gun. In the L118 configuration, the weapon uses separate loading 105mm Abbott type ammunition. The L118 served with distinction during the Falkland Islands conflict. The L119 is identical to the L118 except for the cannon tube which is reconfigured to fire all NATO standard 105mm semi-fixed ammunition.
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M198 155mm, cost- 1.7 million

The M198 Howitzer provides the user with a towed system that is air transportable, has high reliability and availability while greatly increasing the effective range of towed weaponry. It provides significant improvements in lethality, range, reliability, availability, and rapid emplacement and movement over its predecessor, the M114A1, which was fielded in World War II. The M198 is air transportable by transport aircraft and the CH47C Helicopter. The weapon is designed for use with new ammunition, such as the Copperhead and rocket assisted projectiles, as well as other 155mm standard projectiles and propelling charges. The gun/ammo system complies with the quadrilateral (US, FRG, UK, Italy) ballistic standardization agreements.
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XM777 155mm, cst- 2.2 million

The Lightweight 155 (LW 155), formerly known as the Advanced Towed Cannon System (ATCAS), LW 155 will replace all US Marine Corps (USMC) cannon systems and be used as a direct support weapon. The US Army (Army) will use the system as a general support weapon in the light forces and as a direct support weapon for the Light Cavalry Regiment replacing all of the M198 155mm towed howitzers.
The Marine Corps has a valid, approved, high priority requirement for an advanced towed lightweight 155mm howitzer that meets increased operational thresholds for mobility, survivability, deployability, and sustainability in an expeditionary environment. The Army shares this fire support requirement in the interest of its light forces. The Marine Corps (ACMC) approved a Joint Operational Requirements Document (JORD) in June 1995, and the Army approved it in September 1995. This system combines both Army and Marine Corps efforts to replace the M198 with the more responsive LW155.

The LW 155 will provide close and deep fire support and interdiction fires. It will be lightweight without sacrificing range, stability, accuracy or durability. The system is designed as a howitzer, prime mover and associated equipment. The system shall be deployable to any region and shall operate in most climatic conditions. The US Marine Corps will use the weapon as a direct support weapon, replacing all existing cannon systems. The US Army will use the LW 155 as a general support weapon in the light forces and as a direct support weapon for the Light Cavalry Regiment, replacing the M198 155mm towed howitzer.
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D-30 120mm, cost- 1 million

The D-30, also known as the M1963, replaced the older 122-mm howitzer M-30 (M1938). The original D-30 was fielded in 1963 and the midlife product improvements occurred in the mid to late 1970’s. The original D-30 is in use with at least 50 different countries. The 2A18M D-30A and D-30M are midlife product improvements of the D-30 that are currently in production by the Gosudarstvennoe Unitarnoe Predpriatie Zavod 9 [Vysokodispersnye Metallicheskiye Poroshki AO]. The D-30 features a unique three-trail carriage, a conspicuous boxy shield for the recuperator above the tube, and a small protective shield between the wheels. The gun has a semiautomatic, vertically sliding, wedge-type breechblock. It is towed muzzle-first by a truck or armored tractor, at speeds up to 80 kilometers per hour, with its trails folded under the barrel.
The D-30 can be recognized by its unique three-trail carriage, the conspicuous box-like shield for the recoil-recuperator mechanism mounted above the tube, the multi-baffle muzzle brake, and the small protective shield fitted between the wheels. Early models of the D-30 had a multi-baffle muzzle brake while the D-30M has a double-baffle muzzle brake. The gun has a semiautomatic, vertically-sliding, wedge-type breechblock. It can be towed by a truck (Ural-375 or ZIL-131) or armored tractor at speeds up to 80 krn/hr. It is towed muzzle-first by a large lunette just under the muzzle brake with its trails folded under the barrel.
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M-46 130-mm, cost- 1.3 million

The 130-mm field gun M-46 is distinguished by a long, thin tube with a cylindrical, perforated (pepperpot-type) muzzle brake and has a hydropneumatic recuperator and a recoil cylinder located above and below the tube, respectively. When in travel position, the tube is withdrawn from battery to reduce the overall length of the weapon, and the recuperator above the tube may then be hidden from sight by the rearward-angled, winged shield. The gun has a manually operated horizontal sliding wedge breechblock and fires case-type, variable-charge, separate-loading ammunition. It has night direct fire sights (IR and/or passive in nature).

The gun is mounted on a two-wheeled split trail carriage with large sponge-filled rubber tires on each of the single wheels. For travel, it is provided with a two-wheeled limber and can be towed by a truck or armored

The M-46 is found in gun battalions of artillery regiments/brigades organic at front and army level. These battalions may be assigned to maneuver divisions as part of a divisional artillery group (DAG).

The M-46 is an excellent indirect fire weapon with high muzzle velocity and exceptional range (27,490 meters); it is also a formidable antitank weapon with impressive armor penetration capability. The tactical role usually is counterbattery.
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Mortars-

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M-29 81mm, cost- 10,000

The M-29 81mm mortar, like the 60mm mortar, is a smooth-bore, muzzle-loaded, high-angle, indirect fire weapon. It consists of a barrel, sight, bipod, and base plate. Unlike the 60mm mortar, there is no provision or need for the hand-held method. The M-29 has a greater range, and its circular base plate allows for firing in any direction.
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M120 120mm, cost- 11,000

The M120 120mm Mortar replaces the M30 4.2 Inch Mortar in motorized infantry units. The M120 is transported on the M1100 Trailer by the M998 High Mobility Multi-Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV). The M120, like all other US mortars, fires fin-stabilized ammunition from a smooth bore. Although heavy mortars require trucks or tracked mortar carriers to move them, they are still much lighter than field artillery pieces. They outrange light and medium mortars, and their explosive power is much greater.

The M120 Mortar System consists of the following major components:
M298 Cannon Assembly (110 lbs)
M190 Bipod Assembly (70 lbs)
M9 Baseplate (136 lbs)
M1100 Trailer (399 lbs)
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M224 60mm, cost- 12,000

The M224 60mm LWCMS is ideally suited to support airborne, air assault, mountain, ranger, Special Operations Forces and light infantry units. The M224 can be drop fired (conventional mode) or trigger fired (conventional or hand-held mode). A lightweight auxiliary baseplate is used when firing the mortar in the hand-held mode.

Length: 40 inches (101.6 centimeters)
Weight: 46.5 pounds (21.11 kilograms)
Bore diameter: 60mm
Maximum effective range: 2.17 miles (3490 meters)
Rates of fire:
Maximum: 30 rounds/minute
Sustained: 20 rounds/minute
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M252 81mm, cost- 15,000

The M252 81mm Mortar System was developed under a co-developement agreement with the United Kingdom to replace the M29A1 Mortar. A Blast Attenuation Device (BAD) is attached to the muzzle of the cannon assembly to reduce the blast effects on the mortar crew. The M252 is ideally suited to support airborne, air assault, mountain and light infantry units.

Length: 56 inches (142.24 centimeters)
Weight:
Mortar Assembly: 35 pounds (15.89 kg)
Bipod: 26 pounds (11.80 kilograms)
Baseplate: 25.5 pounds (11.58 kilograms)
Sight Unit: 2.5 pounds (1.14 kilograms)
Total: 89 pounds (40.41 kilograms)
Bore diameter: 81mm
Maximum effective range: 5700 meters
Minimum Range: 80 meters
Rates of fire:
Maximum: 33 rounds per minute
Sustained: 16 rounds per minute
Elevation: 45 to 85 degrees
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MLRS-

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High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), cost- 4.2 million

The High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) TD will provide a lightweight, C–130 transportable version of the M–270 multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) launcher. Mounted on a 5–ton family of medium tactical vehicles (FMTV) truck chassis, it will fire any rocket or missile in the MLRS family of munitions [MFOM]. The HIMARS launchers will some commonality with its older and heavier tracked cousins, the M270 and M270A1 launcher systems. The HIMARS design concept will include the familiar launcher module, fire control, and digital command and control systems, and a self-reload capability. The HIMARS uses the same command, control, and communications, as well as the same crew, as the MLRS launcher but carries only one rocket or missile pod. It will roll on and off a C–130 transport aircraft and, when carried with a combat load, will be ready to operate within 15 minutes of landing. The HIMARS will fire either six MLRS rockets or one Army Tactical Missile. Because of the lighter weight of using one pod rather than two, it will have a faster time, compared to the current M270, from the point the fire mission is received to the actual munition firing.
HIMARS is based on the need for a lighter weight, more deployable MLRS that can be sent anywhere in the world to provide the maneuver commander lethal, long range fires at the very beginning of a conflict. HIMARS is being designed and produced by the Army to support its Early Entry Contingency forces and its Light/Airborne/Air Assault Divisions with long-range, general support rocket and missile indirect fires. HIMARS battalion, (3x6) will be organic to FA brigades in support of light, airborne, and air assault Divisions. HIMARS will be fully interoperable with and use the same existing command and control support systems as the M270 and the M27OAl launcher. HIMARS will also utilize the standard Army Logistical Support System. The purpose of HIMARS is to engage and defeat tube and rocket artillery, air defense concentrations, trucks, light armor and personnel carriers. It also supports troop and supply concentrations. Deployment of HIMARS makes it very difficult for an enemy force to launch a counter attack. HIMARS is able to launch its weapons and move away from the area at high speed before enemy forces are able to locate the launch site.
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M26 MLRS, cost- 4.3 million

The Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) provides the Army an all-weather, indirect, area fire weapon system to strike counterfire, air defense, armored formations, and other high-payoff targets at all depths of the tactical battlefield. Primary missions of MLRS include the suppression, neutralization and destruction of threat fire support and forward area air defense targets.

The Multiple Launch Rocket System is a versatile weapon system that supplements traditional cannon artillery fires by delivering large volumes of firepower in a short time against critical, time-sensitive targets. These targets often include enemy artillery, air defense systems, mechanized units, and personnel. MLRS units can use their system's "shoot and scoot" capability to survive while providing fire support for attacking manuever elements. MLRS is not intended to replace cannon artillery, but has been designed to complement it.

MLRS performed extremely well in Operation Desert Storm (ODS) in which significant numbers of launchers were deployed. All operational requirement were met and, in most cases, exceeded levels for readiness, reliability and maintainability.

The MLRS rockets are tube-launched, spin-stabilized, free-flight projectiles. The rockets are assembled, checked, and packaged in a dual-purpose launch-storage tube at the factory. This design provides for tactical loading and firing of the rocket without troop assembly or detailed inspection. Major components of the rocket assembly include four stabilizer fins, a propulsion section, and a warhead section. Propulsion for the rocket is provided by a solid propellant rocket motor. An umbilical cable, passing through the aft end of the launch tube, links the FCS to an igniter in the rocket nozzle. The motor is ignited by an electrical command from the FCS. Each rocket is packaged with the four fins folded and secured by wire rope retaining straps. As the rocket moves forward upon firing, lanyard devices trigger a delayed strap-cutting charge. After the rocket leaves the launch tube, the charge cuts the straps. This allows the fins to unfold and lock. The M28 and M28A1 rockets' LPCs have an additional fin release device to ensure deployment.
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GRAD MLRS, cost- 3 million

The 122mm 40-tube multiple launch rocket system Grad (Hail), with a firing range of up to 20 km, was introduced into operational service with the Russian Army in 1963 [and initially designated in the West as the M1964]. The BM-21 is unquestionably the world’s most widely used MRL. The successful use of the Grad system in local conflicts of various intensity for three decades led many countries to develop similar systems. The launcher with supporting equipment is referred to as the complex 9K51. This 40-round launcher has four tiers of ten tubes mounted on the chassis of a truck.
The BM-21 can be distinguished from other multiple rocket launchers by the square-cornered, 40-tube launching apparatus (4 banks of 10 tubes), which is often covered by a protective canvas. It is mounted on the Ural-375D 6х6 truck chassis, which has a distinctive fender design and a spare tire on the rear side of the cab. The BM-21 also is the only known Soviet rocket launcher without blast shields on the driver's cab. However, the material used in the cab windows and windscreen is strong enough to withstand the overpressures and other effects associated with the firing of 122-mm rockets.

The BM-21 can be operated and fired from the cab, or it can be fired remotely at a distance of up to 60 meters, using a cable set. The launcher is traversed forward towards the cab for traveling and for firing uses two stabilizing jacks at the rear of the vehicle. A special electric generator powers the launcher. The 9V170 firing device is cab mounted, but the rockets can be fired using a remote-firing device that has a 64-meter-long cable. This MRL can fire all rockets in 6 seconds or fire each singly, and can reload in 5 minutes. It can fire the 40 rockets or any part thereof at a fixed 0.5-second interval. Single rockets can be fired manually at any desired interval. The five-man crew can reload the launcher in 8 minutes.

The BM-21 fires a "9-ft rocket" with a range of 20,380 meters. Each launch tube is grooved to impart a slow rotary motion to the rocket. However, the rocket is primarily fin-stabilized. This combination of spin- and fin-stabilization ensures closely grouped fire at ranges of up to 16 kilometers. The BM-21 and other 122mm rocket launchers can fire all 122mm rockets designed to fit in Soviet-derived 122mm launchers (including those that can achieve ranges of 30,000 to 36,000 meters). The 122-mm fin-stabilized rockets can deliver Frag-HE, chemical, or incendiary warheads to a range of over 20 kilometers, or the newer HE and cargo rockets out to 30 kilometers. On explosion, the warhead produces a great fragmentation effect and shock wave.
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Smerch MLRS, cost- 5 million

Russia is placing considerable emphasis on new warheads for the 300 mm Smerch and other artillery rocket systems to enable them to engage a wider range of battlefield targets. This system support to "deep strike" tactics and capabilities which enable Army units to defeat large armored formations with less effort. Comparable to the US Multiple Launch Rocket System, the Smerch rocket can carry up to five Bazalt parachute-retarded munitions which use a two-colored sensor to find the target and fire a 1-kilogram penetrator at 2,000 meters a second. The 9A52-2 launcher with all supporting equipment, including the 9T234-2 Transloader, and the 1K123 Vivary Fire Control System, is referred to as the complex 9K58. The first export customer for the 9A52 (12-round) system was Kuwait, with 27 systems delivered, with the United Arab Emirates being the second customer. China has also purchased this system from Russia. The Splav Government Scientific Production Concern has redesigned the Smerch multi-barrel rocket system, boosting its range from 70km to 90km. The weapon's accuracy is also claimed to have been improved.
26-12-2003, 04:20
Minister of Defence
Defence Ministry
Revolution Square
Cayo City

Dear Comrade,
El Presidente Babooska of Cayo wishes to ask that we purchase the following,

20000 - M16A2 Assault Rifles

5000 - M4 Carbine rifles

50000 - AK-47 Assault Rifles

We agree to all your stated terms and conditions. We will pay for these stocks through our national Swiss bank account with immediate effect upon your confirmation of a deal
The Golden Simatar
26-12-2003, 15:14
You have a large selection and at a K-Mart "Blue Light Special" price. But considering our stormy relationship in the past I will have to decline any purchase.
Seversky
26-12-2003, 15:22
"Blue Light Special"?

How about really over priced?
27-12-2003, 03:16
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M1A2 Abrams, cost- 5 million

The mission of the M1A2 Abrams tank is to close with and destroy enemy forces using firepower, maneuver, and shock effect. The M1A2 is being fielded to armor battalions and cavalry squadrons of the heavy force. In lieu of new production, the Army is upgrading approximately 1,000 older M1 tanks to the M1A2 configuration. During the Army’s current M1A2 procurement program about 1,000 older, less capable M1 series tanks will be upgraded to the M1A2 configuration and fielded to the active forces. There is currently no plan to field the M1A2 to the ARNG. The Army has procured 62 new tanks in the A2 configuration and as of early 1997 completed the conversion of 368 older M1s to M1A2s. An additional 580 M1s are being upgraded to A2s under a five-year contract awarded in FY 1996, with a total of 998 M1 upgrades planned. In FY 1999, the Army will begin upgrading M1s to the M1A2 System Enhancement Program (SEP) configuration. This sensor also will be added to older M1A2s starting in FY 2001. When the SEP enters production, the Army will have a total of 627 M1A2s, all of which will eventually be converted to the SEP configuration.

Further M1A2 improvements, called the System Enhancement Program (SEP), are underway to enhance the tank's digital command and control capabilities and to to improve the tank’s fightability and lethality. The M1A2 SEP (System Enhancement Package), is the digital battlefield centerpiece for Army XXI. It is the heavy force vehicle that will lead Armor into the next century and transition the close combat mission to the Future Combat System (FCS). The M1A2 SEP is an improved version of the M1A2. It contains numerous improvements in command and control, lethality and reliability. M1A2 SEP is in final operational testing, and scheduled to start fielding in 2000. M1A2 SEP tanks are scheduled to begin fielding in 3QFY00. The M1A2 System Enhanced Program (SEP) is an upgrade to the computer core that is the essence of the M1A2 tank. The SEP upgrade includes improved processors, color and high resolution flat panel displays, increased memory capacity, user friendly Soldier Machine Interface (SMI) and an open operating system that will allow for future growth. Major improvements include the integration of the Second Generation Forward Looking Infared (2nd Gen FLIR) sight, the Under Armor Auxiliary Power Unit (UAAPU) and a Thermal Management System (TMS).

The 2nd Generation Forward Looking InfraRed sighting system (2nd Gen FLIR) will replace the existing Thermal Image System (TIS) and the Commander's Independent Thermal Viewer. The incorporation of 2nd Gen FLIR into the M1A2 tank will require replacement of all 1st Gen FLIR components. From the warfighter perspective, this is one of the key improvements on the SEP. The 2nd Gen FLIR is a fully integrated engagement-sighting system designed to provide the gunner and tank commander with significantly improved day and night target acquisition and engagement capability. This system allows 70% better acquisition, 45% quicker firing and greater accuracy. In addition, a gain of 30% greater range for target acquisition and identification will increase lethality and lessen fratricide. The Commander’s Independent Thermal Viewer (CITV) provides a hunter killer capability. The 2nd GEN FLIR is a variable power sighting system ranging from 3 or 6 power (wide field of view) for target acquisition and 13, 25 or 50 power (narrow field of view) for engaging targets at appropriate range.
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M60 Patton, cost- 3.7 million

The M60 Patton main battle tank is now primarily found in US Reserve and National Guard units, but served as the primary US main battle tank for two decades prior to the introduction of the M1. Developed from the M48 Patton series, the M60 was fitted with a 105mm main gun and manned by a four-man crew. Criticized for its high profile and limited cross-country mobility, this durable tank proved reliable and underwent many updates over its service life. Initially produced in 1960, over 15,000 M60s were built by Chrysler and first saw service in 1961. Production ended in 1983, but 5,400 older models were converted to the M60A3 variant ending in 1990. This tank saw action with the Israeli forces during the Yom Kippur War in both the Sinai and the Golan Heights. During Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm the 1st Marine Expeditionary Force fielded 210 M60A1s to support the Saudi-Marine effort into Kuwait City.

Besides its main gun, the M60 series tanks are equipped with a 7.62mm M240 coaxial machine gun and 12.7mm M85 antiaircraft gun. Power is provided by a Continental AVDS-1790-2C 750 hp V-12 engine and an Allison CD-850-6/6A powershift crossdrive transmission.
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Challenger II, cost- 4.6 million

The Challenger 2 is the first British Army tank since World War II to be designed, developed and produced exclusively by a single prime contractor, Vickers Defence Systems, with set reliability goals laid down in the fixed price contract. The hull and automotive parts of the Challenger 2 are based upon its predecessor Challenger 1, but Challenger 2 incorporates over 150 improvements aimed at increasing reliability and maintainability. The turret of Challenger 2 is a totally new design. Armour is an uprated version of Challenger 1's Chobham armour. The Challenger 2 is the best protected tank in NATO (10) incorporating Chobham second-generation armour plating. Its NBC (nuclear, biological and chemical protection) system is capable of dealing with all known threats and, for the first time in any British tank, the crew compartment has both a heating and a cooling system.
The main armament consists of a Royal Ordnance 120 mm rifled tank gun designated the L30. It also incorporates a McDonnell Douglas Helicopter Systems 7.62 mm chain gun, which is already in service in the British Army, being installed in the GKN Defence Warrior mechanised combat vehicle, and a 7.62 mm anti-aircraft machine gun. The Challenger 2’s fire control system is the latest-generation digital computer from Computing Devices Company (CDC) of Canada and is an improved version of that installed in the US M1A1 Abrams tank. It also has growth capacity for future enhancement such as a Battlefield Information Control System and navigation aids. The Challenger 2 carries a crew of 4 and has a combat weight of 62.5 tonnes. It has a maximum road speed of 56 km/h and a range of 250 km cross country and 450 km on the road.
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Leopard 2, cost- 4.3 million

The Leopard 1 was first produced in 1963 by Krauss-Maffei for the German Ministry of Defence and more than 6,000 vehicles have been exported to Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Italy, Canada, the Netherlands, Norway, Turkey and Australia. The successor to the Leopard 1, the Leopard 2, was first produced in 1979 and is in service with the armies of Austria, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, Sweden and Spain, with over 3,200 produced. The Finnish Army is buying 124 and the Polish Army 128 used Leopard 2A4 tanks from Germany.

The Leopard 2A6 includes longer L55 gun, an auxiliary engine, improved mine protection and an air-conditioning system. The German Army is upgrading 225 2A5 tanks to 2A6 configuration, the first of which was delivered in March 2001. The Royal Netherlands Army has ordered the upgrade of 180 of its 2A5 tanks to 2A6 configuration, the first of which entered service in February 2003. Spain has ordered 219 Leopard 2A6. The first 30 are being built by KMW, the rest will be license-built in Spain by General Dynamics, Santa Barbara Sistemas (GDSBS). Deliveries of the first batch are expected by the end of 2003. In March 2003, the Hellenic Army of Greece ordered 170 Leopard 2 HEL (a version of the 2A6EX) for delivery between 2006 and 2009.

Another variant is the Leopard 2(S), which has a new command and control system and new passive armour system. 120 Leopard 2(S) have been delivered to the Swedish Army. Deliveries concluded in March 2002.

The hull is in three sections: 1) the driving compartment at the front, 2) the fighting section in the centre, and 3) the engine at the rear of the vehicle.

The driver's compartment is equipped with three observation periscopes. Space to the left of the driver is provided for ammunition stowage. A camera with a 65° horizontal and vertical field of view positioned at the rear of the vehicle and a television monitor provide a reversing aid for the driver.

The turret is located in the centre of the vehicle. There is an improvement programme which provides third generation composite armour, and the additional reinforcement to the turret frontal and lateral armour with externally mounted add-on armour modules. In the event of weapon penetration through the armour, the spall liner reduces the number of fragments and narrows the fragment cone. The spall liner also provides noise and thermal insulation. The reinforcement provides protection against multiple strike, kinetic energy rounds and shaped charges.
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T-55, cost- 3.6 million

The layout of the T-54 is conventional, with the main armament comprising a 100mm rifled gun. The T-54 has been used more than any other tank since the Second World War. The T-55 combines a high velocity gun with exceptional long-range endurance. The T-55 has a fully tracked, five-road-wheeled chassis with a low-silhouetted hull and a dome shaped turret.

The T-54 series tanks first appeared in 1949 as replacements for the T-34 tank of World War II. The first T-54 prototype was completed in 1946 with first production beginning in 1947. The T-54 was continuously improved and modified, and, when sufficient changes had been made, the tank was redesignated T-55. The T-55 was introduced in 1958 and incorporates all the refinements and improvements of the fully developed T-54 series without being radically different in design or appearance. The T-55A appeared in the early 1960s. Production continued in the Soviet Union through 1981 and was also undertaken in China (as the Type 59), Czechoslovakia and Poland.

Large numbers are still in service, although by the 1980s the T-54/55 had been replaced by the T-62,T-64,T-72, and T-80 as the primary main battle tank in first-line Soviet tank and motorized rifle units. Used in the invasion of Hungary in 1956, Czechoslovakia in 1968, and Syria in 1970, it was the main Arab tank in the 1967 and 1973 wars with Israel. During the 1970s, the T-54 saw combat in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Uganda.

The T-55 medium tank has a fully tracked, five-road wheeled chassis with a space between the first and second road wheels and no return rollers. It has a low-silhouetted hull with a dome-shaped turret mounted over the third road wheel. The 100-mm rifle-bore main gun has a bore evacuator at the muzzle. A 7.62-mm coaxial machine gun and 7.62-mm bow machine gun are also mounted. The later T-55A version lacks the bow machine gun.

The T-55 is distinguishable from the other T-54 models in that it lacks the right-hand cupola and the turret dome ventilator located in front of that cupola on the T-54. Most T-55s also lack the turret-mounted 12.7-mm AA machine gun of the T-54, and all T-55s mount an infrared gunner's searchlight above and to the right of the main gun. This searchlight, however, is not a distinguishing feature, since it has been retrofitted to many T-54 and T-54A tanks.
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T-62, cost- 3.8 million

The T-62 is a further step in the line of development begun with the T-54/55 series, entering production in 1961 and remaining in production until 1975. It became the standard main battle tank in Soviet tank and motorized rifle units, gradually replacing the T-54 and T-55. The T-62A variant first appeared in 1970. By the 1980s it was replaced by the new generation T-64/T-72/T-80 tanks as the first-line Soviet main battle tank.

The T-62 medium tank has a fully tracked, five-road wheeled chassis with close spaces between the three front road wheels and large gaps separating the third, fourth, and fifth road wheels. The drive sprocket is at the rear and the idler at the front, and there are no track return rollers. The rounded turret, mounted over the third road wheel, is more smoothly cast and more nearly egg-shaped than that of the T-54/55 series. The commander's cupola on the left is cast with the turret and not bolted on as in the case of the T-54/55. The loader's hatch on the right is also located farther forward.

The 115-mm smoothbore main gun has a longer and thinner tube than the 100-mmgunof the T-54/55, and its bore evacuator is located about two-thirds of the way up the gun tube from the turret. There is also a 7.62-mm coaxial machine gun, and model T-62A also mounts a 12.7-mm antiaircraft machine gun at the loader's hatch position.

A gunner's IR searchlight is mounted on the right above the main gun, and a smaller IR searchlight is mounted on the commander's cupola. The driver's hatch is located in front of the turret on the left side of the flat, low-silhouetted hull.

Like the T-55, the T-62 has a 580 hp V-12 water-cooled diesel engine, which gives it a cruising range of 320 km cross-country or 450 km on paved roads with integral fuel cells and 450 km cross-country or 650 km on paved roads with two 200-liter auxiliary fuel tanks. It also shares the snorkeling and smokescreen generating capabilities of the T-54/55 series and has the same PAZ radiation detection system as the T-55. Some T-62s may have been retrofitted with full NBC collective protection systems (air filtration and overpressure). Most models have the same IR night sight and driving equipment and the same fire control equipment as the T-54/55, although some T-62s have been retrofitted with a passive night sight replacing the gunner's active IR sight, and a laser rangefinder is believed to have been developed to replace the stadiametric reticule rangefinder.

The most significant improvement over the T-54/55 tanks, however, is the 115-mm smoothbore main gun which fires a hypervelocity, armor-piercing, fin-stabilized, discarding sabot (HVAPFSDS) round with a muzzle velocity of 1,61 5 meters per second. The penetrator flies in a very flat trajectory and is therefore extremely accurate out to a maximum effective range of 1,600 meters. Although the specific number of each type of round varies with the anticipated tactical situation, the 40-round basic load typically includes 12 HVAPFSDS rounds, 6 HEAT rounds, and 22 HE rounds. The T-62 also has an automatic shell ejector system which is activated by the recoil of the main gun and ejects spent casings through a port in the rear of the turret.

Available improvements include a hull bottom reinforced against mines, rubber track pads, and a thermal sleeve for the gun. There are thermal sights available for installation which permit night launch of ATGMs. The 1K13 sight is both night sight and ATGM launcher sight; however, it cannot be used for both functions simultaneously. Optional sights and fire control systems include the Israeli El-Op Red Tiger and Matador FCS, Swedish NobelTech T-series sight, and German Atlas MOLF. The British Marconi Digital FCS, South African Tiger, and Belgian SABCA Titan offer upgraded function. One of the best is the Slovenian EFCS-3 integrated FCS. A variety of thermal sights is available. They include the Russian Agava, French SAGEM-produced ALIS and Namut sight from Peleng.
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T-72, cost- 4.1 million

The T-72, which entered production in 1971, was first seen in public in 1977. The T-72, introduced in the early 1970s, is not a further development of the T-64, but rather a parallel design chosen as a high-production tank complementing the T-64. The T-72 retains the low silhouette of the T-54/55/62 series, featuring a conventional layout with integrated fuel cells and stowage containers which give a streamlined appearance to the fenders. While the T-64 was deployed only in forward-deployed Soviet units, the T-72 was deployed within the USSR and exported to non-Soviet Warsaw Pact armies and several other countries. In addition to production in the USSR it has been built under license in Czechoslovakia, India, Poland and former Yugoslavia.
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The T-72 medium tank is similar in general appearance to the T-64.

The T-72 has six large, die-cast, rubber-coated road wheels and three track return rollers. It has a 14-tooth drive sprocket and a single-pin track with rubber-bushed pins.

The gunner's IR searchlight is mounted to the right of the main gun. The 12.7-mm NSV anti-aircraft machine gun has a rotating mount, and there is no provision for firing it from within the tank. There are normally only a few small stowage boxes on the outside of the turret, and a single short snorkel is stowed on the left side of the turret.

The T-72 has a larger engine compartment than the T-64, and the radiator grill is near the rear of the hull.

The T-72 has greater mobility than the T-62. The V-12 diesel engine has an output of 780 hp. This engine appears to be remarkably smoke-free and smooth-running, having eliminated the excessive vibration which was said to cause high crew fatigue in the T-62. Although the engine is larger than that of the T-64, the heavier (41 mt) T-72 is believed to have approximately the same road speed as the T-64. The T-72B1 is powered by a multi-fuel V-12 piston air-cooled 840 hp engine that will run on three fuels: Diesel, Benzene or Kerosene. Two 200-liter auxiliary fuel drums can be fitted on the rear of the hull. The T-72 can be fitted with a snorkel for deep fording, and takes about 20 minutes to prepare for amphibious use.

The T-72 has better armor protection than the T-62, due to the use of layered armor and other features discussed above under T-64 capabilities. The advanced passive armour package of the T-72M and T-72M1 can sustain direct hits from the 105mm gun equipped M1 Abrams at up to 2,000 meter range. The later T-72Ms and T-72M1s are equipped with laser rangefinders ensuring high hit probabilities at ranges of 2,000 meters and below. The turret has conventional cast armor with a maximum thickness of 280-mm, the nose is about 80-mm thick and the glacis is 200-mm thick laminate armor. Besides the PAZ radiation detection system, the T-72 has an antiradiation liner (except on export models) and a collective NBC filtration and overpressure system.

The T-72 has the same integral smoke generating capability as earlier T-54/55/62, tanks, and variants have been observed with smoke grenade projectors mounted on the front of the turret.

The T-72 employs the same armament, ammunition, and integrated fire control as the T-64. The low, rounded turret mounts a 125mm smooth bore gun with a carousel automatic loader mounted on the floor and rear wall of the turret. The 125mm gun common to all the T-72 models is capable of penetrating the M1 Abrams armour at a range of up to 1,000 meters. The more recent BK-27 HEAT round offers a triple-shaped charge warhead and increased penetration against conventional armors and ERA. The BK-29 round, with a hard penetrator in the nose is designed for use against reactive armor, and as an MP round has fragmentation effects. If the BK-29 HEAT-MP is used, it may substitute for Frag-HE (as with NATO countries) or complement Frag-HE. With three round natures (APFSDS-T, HEAT-MP, ATGMs) in the autoloader vs four, more antitank rounds would available for the higher rate of fire.

The infra-red searchlight on the T-72 is mounted on the right side of the main armament, versus on the left on the earlier T-64. The 1K13-49 sight is both night sight and ATGM launch sight. However, it cannot be used for both functions simultaneously. A variety of thermal sights is available. They include the Russian Agava-2, French SAGEM-produced ALIS and Namut sight from Peleng. Thermal gunner night sights are available which permit night launch of ATGMs.
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T-80, cost- 4.3 million

The T-80, manufactured by Transmash of Omsk, appeared as production model in 1984, retaining the basic features of the T-64 series (including the 125mm smoothbore gun with autoloader). Major innovations included the first Soviet use of a gas turnine engine, providing increased speed and power, and the first use of a laser rangefinder providing major improvements in fire control. The T-80 is very similar in appearance to the T-72. It incorporates features common to both the T-64 and T-72, especially in weaponry. Easily distinguishable features of this tank as compared with the standard T-72 are the attachment of side skirts and twelve turret-mounted grenade launchers with seven on the left side and five on the right side.

The T-80 was the first Soviet operational tank to be powered by a gas-turbines, with a GTD-1000 gas-turbine engine developing 1100 hp. The road wheel spacing is not identical, with distinct gaps between the three pairs of road wheels. To extend the operational range of the T-80, additional fuel tanks can be mounted at the hull rear, which can be quickly jettisoned if required. A large circular container mounted on the turret rear carries two snorkels for deep fording operations. The larger one provides an air intake for the gas-turbine, with the other being fitted onto the radiator grill.

The T-80 was also the first production Soviet tank to incorporate a laser range finder and ballistic computer system. The original night sight is the II Buran-PA (800-1300 meters range). The 12.7-mm MG NSVT has both remote electronically operated sight PZU-5 and gun-mounted K10-T reflex sight. The night sight cannot be used to launch the ATGM. The daysight can be used at night for launching ATGMs if the target is illuminated. A variety of thermal sights is available, including the Russian Agava-2, French SAGEM-produced ALIS and Namut sight from Peleng. Thermal sights are available for installation which permit night launch of ATGMs. There are thermal sights available for installation which permit night launch of ATGMs.
The T-80 uses the same 125-mm gun and horizontal ammunition system as the T-72, though the fire control system is an improvement over that fitted to earlier Soviet tanks. The BK-29 round, with a hard penetrator in the nose is designed for use against reactive armor, and as an MP round has fragmentation effects. The more recent BK-27 HEAT round offers a triple-shaped charge warhead and 50 mm more penetration. The electronic round fuzing system for Ainet rounds is available for other tanks. This round uses technology similar to that for French Oerlikon's AHEAD rouns. The round is specially designed to defeat targets by firing fragmentation patterns forward and radially, based on computer calculated settings from the laser range-finder and other inputs. Targets are helicopters and dug in or defilade priority ground threats, such as ATGM positions. Rate of fire is 4 rd/min. If the BK-29 HEAT-MP is used, it may substitute for Frag-HE (as with NATO countries) or complement Frag-HE. With three round natures (APFSDS-T, HEAT-MP, ATGMs) in the autoloader vs four, more antitank rounds would available for the higher rate of fire. The ATGM may be launched while moving slowly (NFI). The AT-8 can be auto-loaded with the two halves mated during ramming; but the stub charge is manually loaded.

When fitted with explosive reactive armor [ERA] the T-80 is virtually immune over its frontal arc to penetration from all current NATO ATGMs which rely on a HEAT warhead to penetrate armor. On the turret of the T-80, the panels are joined to form a shallow chevron pointing. Explosive reactive armor is also fitted to the forward part of the turret roof to provide protection against top attack weapons. The explosive reactive armor does not provide any added protection against APDS or APFSDS attack.
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T-90, cost- 4.7 million

The T-90 main battle tank, the most modern tank in the army arsenal, went into low-level production in 1993, based on a prototype designated as the T-88. The T-90 was developed by the Kartsev-Venediktov Design Bureau at the Vagonka Works in Nizhniy Tagil. Initially seen as an entirely new design, the production model is in fact based on the T-72BM, with some added features from the T-80 series. The T-90 features a new generation of armor on its hull and turret. Two variants, the T-90S and T-90E, have been identified as possible export models. Plans called for all earlier models to be replaced with T-90s by the end of 1997, subject to funding availability. By mid-1996 some 107 T-90s had gone into service in the Far Eastern Military District.

Derived from the T-72, the GPO Uralvagonzavod T-90 is the most modern tank currently in service with the Russian Army. Of conventional layout, the T-90 represents a major upgrade to every system in the T-72, including the main gun. The T-90 is an interim solution, pending the introduction of the new Nizhny Tagil MBT which has been delayed due to lack of funding. Produced primarily mainly due to its lower cost, the T-90 it will probably remain in low-rate production to keep production lines open until newer designs become available. Several hundred of these tanks have been produced, with various estimates suggesting that between 100 and 300 are in service, primarily in the Far East.

The T-90 retains the 125-mm 2A46-series main gun of the T-72 and T-80 which is capable of firing APDS, HEAT and HE-FRAG projectiles as well as time-fuzed shrapnel projectiles. The Refleks 9M119 AT-11 SNIPER laser-guided missile with a hollow-charge warhead is effective against both armored targets and low-flying helicopters. The missile, which can penetrate 700-mm of RHAe out to 4000 meters, gives the T-90 the ability to engage other vehicles and helicopters before they can engage the T-90. The computerised fire control system and laser range-finder, coupled with the new Agave gunner's thermal sight, permit the T-90 to engage targets while on the move and at night. However, this first generation system is probably not as capable as current Western counterpart systems. The tank is fitted with precision laying equipment and an automatic loader to guarantee a high rate of gun fire. Secondary armament includes a coaxial 7.62mm PKT machine gun and 12.7mm machine gun mount to for air and ground targets.

The T-90 features the low silhouette of the earlier Russian tanks, with a low rounded turret centered on the hull, and is fitted with combined passive and active defenses which make the T-90 one of the best protected main battle tanks in the world. The glacis is covered by second generation explosive reactive armor [ERA] bricks, as is the turret. This ERA gives the turret an angled appearance, with the ERA bricks forming a "clam shell" appearance. ERA bricks on the turret roof provide protection from top-attack weapons.
The T-90 is equiped with the TShU-1-7 Shtora-1 optronic counter measures system which is designed to disrupt the laser target designation and rangefinders of incoming ATGM. The T-90 is also equipped with a laser warning package that warns the tank crew when it is being lased. Shtora-1 is an electro-optical jammer that jams the enemy’s semiautomatic command to line of sight (SACLOS) antitank guided missiles, laser rangefinders and target designators. Shtora-1 is actually a soft kill, or countermeasures system. It is most effective when used in tandem with a hard kill system such as the Arena. During the International Defense Exposition (IDEX) held in Abu Dhabi in 1995, the system was shown fitted to a Russian MBT. The first known application of the system is the Russian T-90 MBT that entered service in the Russian Army in 1993. Shtora-1 is currently installed on the T-80UK, T-80U, T-84 and T-90 MBTs.

The Shtora-1 system comprises four key components, the electro-optical interface station, which includes a jammer, modulator, and control panel; a bank of forward-firing grenade dischargers mounted on either side of the turret that are capable of firing grenades dispensing an aerosol screen; a laser warning system with precision and coarse heads; and a control system comprising control panel, microprocessor, and manual screen-laying panel. This processes the information from the sensors and activates the aerosol screen-laying system. Two infrared lights, one on each side of the main gun, continuously emit coded pulsed infrared jamming when an incoming ATGM has been detected. Shtora-1 has a field of view of 360-degrees horizontally and -5 to +25-degrees in elevation. It contains 12 aerosol screen launchers and weighs 400kg. The screening aerosol takes less than 3 seconds to form and lasts about 20 seconds. The screen laying range is between 50-70 meters.

The T-90 is powered by the V-84MS 618 kW (840 hp) four-stroke V-12 piston multi-fuel diesel engine, which can also run on T-2, TS-1 kerosene and A-72 benzine. This engine results in a power to weight ratio of only 18.06 hp/ton, considerably less than that of the T-80. The tank crew can prepare fording equipment within 20 minutes to negotiate 5 meter deep water obstacles. The tank is also fitted with the NBC protection system and mounted mineclearing equipment.
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Sabra, cost- 3.1 million

The Sabra Main Battle Tank is a modernised upgraded M60A3, orignally developed for a proposal to Turkey by Israel Military Industries. The Sabra upgrade package is now being marketed elsewhere internationally. The original 60s and 70s technology is replaced by new systems which will extend the life of the M60 into the next century as an effective weapon system capable of defeating modern tanks. The Sabra's main armament is a new 120mm Gun system which is interoperable with NATO weapon systems and ammunition. Similar to the gun developed for the Merkava Mark 3 main battle tank, it is mated with thermal imaging sights and the "Knight" fire control system and which provides a fire on the move capability. The 120mm gun was developed to fit the relatively small turret dimensions of older tanks. No machining or welding is necessary on the turret to match the 120mm with the M60. The characteristics, including dimensions, recoil force and range, are almost identical to those of the existing 105mm system. Within the turret, the only major changes are for ammunition racking and the fire control system. The enhanced turret and add-on ballistic protection improve survivability against shaped charge and kinetic projectiles.
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M2A3 Bradley, cost- 3.2 million

The mission of the Bradley Fighting Vehicle is to provide mobile protected transport of an infantry squad to critical points on the battlefield and to perform cavalry scout missions. The BFVS will also provide overwatching fires to support dismounted infantry and to suppress or defeat enemy tanks and other fighting vehicles. The Bradley Fighting Vehicle is a fully armored, fully tracked vehicle designed to carry Mechanized Infantry into close contact with the enemy. It possesses sufficient cross-country mobility to keep up with the Abrams Main Battle Tank, medium and long-range firepower capable of defeating any vehicle on the battlefield, and is adequately armored to protect the crew from artillery and small arms threats. During World War II, the vehicle's namesake, General Omar Bradley, was known as the "GI General".

The Bradley is able to close with and destroy enemy forces in support of mounted and dismounted Infantry and Cavalry combat operations. The Bradley Fighting Vehicle family currently consists of two vehicles: the M2 Infantry Fighting Vehicle and the M3 Cavalry Fighting Vehicle. Just as with its predecessor, the M113 family, the Bradley will eventually be the platform for a wide range of support vehicles.
Unlike the M113 family of vehicles the Bradley replaces, this is not simply a "battle taxi". The Bradley is a sophisticated weapons platform capable of providing tremendous firepower in direct support of the Infantry it carries. The role of the Bradley is to

[b].Safely transport Infantry to critical locations on the battlefield
.Provide fire support to cover their dismounted operations, and
.Destroy enemy tanks and other vehicles that may threaten the Infantry it carries

The Bradley’s main armament is the M242 25mm "Bushmaster" Chain Gun, manufactured by McDonnell Douglas. The M242 has a single barrel with an integrated dual-feed mechanism and remote ammunition selection. Either armor piercing (AP) or high explosive (HE) ammunition may be selected with the flick of a switch. The Gunner may select from single or multiple shot modes. The standard rate of fire is 200 rounds per minute, and has a range of 2,000 meters (depending on the ammunition used). A wide range of ammunition has been developed for this weapon, making it capable of defeating the majority of armored vehicles it is likely to encounter, up to and including some main battle tanks. The M240C machine gun, mounted to right of the Bushmaster, fires 7.62mm rounds.

When facing heavier enemy armor the Bradley relies on the TOW Anti-Tank Missile, manufactured by the Hughes Aircraft. Launched from a smooth tube launcher, the missile’s wings and tail fins are folded inside its body until launch. Two of these missiles are carried ready to fire in a collapsible, armored launch rack on the left of the turret. The Bradley must stop in order to fire these missiles, which are them reloaded by the Infantrymen in the back of the vehicle, using a special hatch which provides armor protection during the reload operation. The missile is equipped with a massive shaped charge, high explosive warhead and is propelled by a two-stage solid propellant motor. The range of the TOW missile is nearly 4 kilometers and the missile will reach a speed of almost Mach 1 on its way to the target. This weapon is capable of destroying any armored vehicle in existence today and is deadly accurate.
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M6 Bradley Linebacker, cost- 4.2 million

The Linebacker’s combined arms mission is to provide air defense force protection to forward area heavy maneuver combat forces, combat support elements, and other critical assets from attack by enemy Rotary Wing (RW), Fixed Wing (FW), Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), and Cruise Missiles (CMs). Air Defense battalions in the heavy divisions employ the BL. The Linebacker provides heavy maneuver forces with dedicated air defense fire power: the modified fire control subsystem fires the Stinger missile from the turret while the four- man squad remains under armor and on the move. Targeting data is provided by Forward Area Air Defense (FAAD) Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence (C3I). This C3I complement provides early warning/alerting, the complete air picture, slew-to-cue, and target identification friend or foe (IFF).

While the Bradley Stinger Fighting Vehicle (BSFV) provides air defense of the heavy maneuver force, the Stinger team must dismount to engage targets. Converting the BSFV to the Bradley Linebacker overcomes this deficiency. Bradley Linebacker retains the capability to maintain pace with the armored force with the added enhancement that the Stinger team remains under armor protection during engagements. Bradley Linebacker consists of the M2A2(ODS) Bradley with an integrated, externally mounted launcher that can fire four Stinger missiles while stationary or on the move. An integrated position, navigation, and north seeker capability allows for on-the-move cueing. FAAD C2 and Sentinel provide targeting information to assist in acquisition.

The initial Linebacker build is a short range air defense (SHORAD) Stinger missile system configured on an Operation Desert Storm (ODS) Bradley Fighting Vehicle (BFV/M2A2). In the summer of 1998, the M6 Bradley Linebacker (BL) began to replace the fielded SHORAD Bradley Stinger Fighting Vehicle (BSFV). As the BFV upgrades to the M2/A3 vehicle, future Linebackers (fielding to begin in 2003) will eventually replace the ODS M2/A2 which will roll down to replace any remaining active Army Force Package 2-3 BSFV units.

The standard vehicle mounted launcher (SVML) carrying 4 Stinger missiles is added to the 25mm gun turret, eliminating the tube-launched, optically-tracked, wired-guided (TOW) missile which is standard to the BFV and the BSFV. In addition to the Stinger launching system, the Linebacker carries standard Bradley Fighting Vehicles weapons: the 25mm gun and 7.62 coaxial machine gun. The Linebacker system allows shoot-on-the-move and slew-to-cue capability, replacing the BSFV "MANPADS-Under-Armor (MUA) Dismounted Stinger Team" employment concept.

The 25mm chain gun contributes adjunct air defense firepower and, as with the 24CD 7.62 coax machine gun, provides self-defense. In the event of launcher system damage or failure or should the maneuver force commander choose to employ the Linebacker in a static mode, the system maintains dismounted Stinger missile capability.

The Bradley Linebacker will be integrated with the M2A3 Bradley as funding is provided. The Bradley M2A3 provides a second-generation FLIR, C2 software, and a fully digitized, integrated turret. M2A3 vehicles for Force Package 1 units have been resourced and will begin fielding in FY 02.

The material solutions will correct major deficiencies in Stinger team survivability, fire control, target acquisition, and identification such that Bradley Linebacker will --

.Provide a 140% increase in kill capability.
.Reduce personnel losses by 30%.
.Significantly improve the engagement capability and allow Bradley Linebacker systems to maintain continuous protection of the maneuver force from helicopter, CM, UAV, and fixed-wing aircraft threats.

Failure to fund Bradley Linebacker M2A3 modifications would continue to require Stinger teams to dismount the vehicle exposing them to direct and indirect fires. In addition, the teams would not benefit from the Bradley FLIR acquisition enhancement and integrated digitized system, thus severely diminishing their ability to acquire and engage air targets. Funding is necessary to procure an additional 8 units to complete the Bradley Linebacker M2A2(ODS) acquisition objective of 107 systems.
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M113A3, cost- 4 million

other versions available (please specify, all cost the same)-

M113 Armored Medical Evacuation Vehicle AMEV (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/amev.htm)
M1064 Self-propelled 120mm Mortar (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/m1064.htm)
M1068 Standard Integrated Command Post System (SICPS) Carrier (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/m1068.htm)
M1059 Lynx Smoke Generator Carrier (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/m1059.htm)
M548 Cargo Carrier (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/m548.htm)
M577 Command Post Carrier (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/m577.htm)
M730 Guided Missile Equipment Carrier (Chaparral) (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/m730.htm)
M901 Improved TOW Vehicle (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/m901.htm)
M981 Fire Support Team Vehicle (FISTV) (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/m981.htm)

The M113A1, informally known as the Gavin, is a lightly armoured full tracked air transportable personnel carrier designed to carry personnel and certain types of cargo. The M113-family was developed from M59 and M75 by Ford and Kaiser Aluminium and Chemical Co. in the late 1950´s. The vehicle is capable of: amphibious operations in streams and lakes; extended cross country travel over rough terrain; and high speed operation on improved roads and highways.
The M113 Family includes approximately 12 variants of light armored tracked vehicles used in a variety of combat and combat support roles. Total density exceeds 28,000. Today's M113 Family of Vehicles is composed of a mix of derivative systems consisting of the A1, A2, and A3 configurations. The current fleet includes: M113A2; M113A3; M106A2; M1064; M1064A3; M548A1; M548A3; M577A2; M577A3; M730A2; M901A1; M981; M1068; M1068A3; M1059; and M1059A3. Over the next 10-15 years, the majority of these systems will be converted to the A3 configuration.

Most of the M113 family that saw service during Desert Storm were underpowered A2 level vehicles. M113A3 that were in the conflict kept pace with the Abrams equipped maneuver forces. Since 1987 the PM office has been modernizing the M113 fleet to the A3. This block modification should be completed for FP1 by 2001 with current funding.
Today's M113 fleet includes about four thousand M113A3 vehicles equipped with the most recent recent A3 RISE (Reliability Improvements for Selected Equipment) package. The standard RISE package includes an upgraded propulsion system (turbocharged engine and new transmission), greatly improved driver controls (new power brakes and conventional steering controls), external fuel tanks, and 200 AMP alternator with 4 batteries. Additional A3 improvements, include incorporation of spall liners and provisions for mounting external armor.
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M551A1 Sheridan, cost- 2.7 million

The M551 Sheridan was developed to provide the US Army with a light armored reconnaissance vehicle with heavy firepower. The main armament consists of an 152mm M81 gun/missile launcher capable of firing conventional ammunition and the MGM-51 Shillelagh antitank missile (20 conventional rounds and 8 missiles). Due to problems with the gun-tube-launched antitank missile, the Sheridan was not fielded widely throughout the Army. The gun would foul with caseless ammuniton, gun firing would interfere with missle electronics, and the entire vehicle recoiled with unusual vigor when the gun was fired, since the 152mm gun was too big for the light-weight chassis. The Shillelagh missles were evidently never used in anger. In addition to the main gun/missile launcher, the M551 is armed with a 7.62mm M240 machine gun and a 12.7mm M2 HB antiaircraft machine gun. A Detroit Diesel 6V-53T 300hp turbo-charged V-6 diesel engine and an Allison TG-250-2A poweshift transmission provide the Sheridan's power. Protection for the four-man crew is provided by an aluminum hull and steel turret. Although light enough to be airdrop-capable, the alumninum armour was thin enough to be pierced by heavy machine-gun rounds, and the vehicle was particularly vulnerable to mines.

Initially produced in 1966, the M551 was fielded in 1968. 1,562 M551s were built between 1966 and 1970. The Sheridan saw limited action in Vietnam, where many deficiencies were revealed. The missle system was useless against an enemy that employed tanks, though the Sheridan saw a lot of use towards the end of the war because of its mobility. Sheridan-equiped units participated in Operation Just Cause in Panama (1989), and was deployed to Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Shield. As projectile technology advanced, the Sheridan's potential declined and it was phased out of the US inventory beginning in 1978. However, the M551 is still used by the 82nd Airborne Division. Some 330 "visually-modified" Sheridans represent threat tanks and armored vehicles at the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, California.
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Advanced Amphibious Assault Vehicle, cost- 5.9 million

The Marine Corps plans to replace the amphibious assault vehicle with 1,013 advanced amphibious assault vehicles for $6.7 billion, including a $456-million increase due to a 2-year procurement delay. With a water speed of 23 to 29 miles per hour, the new vehicle could be launched from amphibious ships 25 miles or more offshore and reach shore far more quickly than the current vehicle. This improved mobility would reduce the risk to Navy ships from missiles, aircraft, boats, and mines. Until the new vehicle is fielded, beginning in 2008, the Marine Corps anticipates spending more to maintain the current vehicle.

The Marine Corps is developing the AAAV to replace the AAV as its primary combat vehicle for transporting troops on land and from ship to shore. The AAAV must satisfy many operational requirements, which will provide increased capabilities compared to the AAV and improve the ship-to-shore movement, thus allowing the Marine Corps and the Navy to more effectively implement OMFTS. Table 3.1 compares selected AAAV requirements with the AAV's current capabilities.
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LAV-25, cost- 3.2 million (all of the below variants cost the same, please specify which kind you want)


LAV-AD (Air Defense) (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/lav-ad.htm)
LAV-AG (Assault Gun) (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/lav-ag.htm)
LAV-AT (Anti-Tank) (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/lav-at.htm)
LAV-C2 (Command & Control) (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/lav-c2.htm)
LAV-R (Recovery) (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/lav-r.htm)
LAV-MEWSS (Mobile Electronic Warfare Support System) (http://www.fas.org/irp/program/collect/mewss.htm)
LAV-E (Engineer)- available under 'Engineer Vehicles'
LAV-A (Ambulance) (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/lav-a.htm)
LAV-AC (Ammunition Carrier) (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/lav-ac.htm)
LAV-L (Logistics) (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/lav-l.htm)
LAV-PC (Personnel Carrier) (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/lav-pc.htm)

The Family of Light Armored Vehicles (FOLAV) are 8x8 wheeled light armored combat, combat support, and combat service support vehicles.

The GEN II is subdivided into fundamental types. The first (Type), has evolved from the United States Marine Corps (USMC) Light Armor Vehicles. The second (Type II), from the Canadian Armed Forces "Bisons" armored vehicles. The Type I chassis have been primarily used for the combat and combat support roles and the Type II for the combat support and combat service support roles. The LAV-25 is the baseline vehicle for the Type I and the LAV-PC is the Type II baseline.

Both Type I and Type II incorporates subsystems which are common to the FOLAV fleet. The power plant is a Detroit Diesel 6V53T diesel engine developing 275 horsepower coupled to an Allison MT653, 6 speed (5 forward, 1 reverse) automatic transmission with driver-select gear ranges. Power is delivered through a single transfer case to 4 differentials. The four rear wheels drive the vehicle on a full-time basis, but eight-wheel drive is selectable.

The GEN II has been designed and equipped with the capability, mobility, agility, and flexibility for operations in hot dry, hot humid, mild cold to cold climatic conditions and on highways, off road, cross-country, level and hilly unimproved roads, and urban environments. Its low silhouette makes it a difficult target to detect and destroy.

The GEN III configurations are newly designed LAVs from ground up. The chassis is longer and wider than the baseline vehicle. Higher capacity Power Pack, Driveline and Suspension have been introduced to provide more load carrying capacity.

The program objective of the LAV Service Life Extension Program (SLEP is to extend the service life of the LAV Family Of Vehicles to 2015 by:

.Improving survivability, sustainability, lethality, and mobility
.Improving the readiness of the LAV FOV and,
.Reducing Fleet Operation and Sustainment (O&S) costs

The SLEP is an Acquisition Category III. Milestone 0 was completed on 23 October 1997, MS I was completed on 02 February 1999, and MS II is expected to be accomplished in 2nd Quarter FY 00. The Operational Requirements Document (ORD) Change 2 was approved in March 1998.

The SLEP will include all LAVs in the USMC inventory. Formal studies have concluded that the LAV structural integrity is sustainable at least through 2015. However, O&S cost driver studies indicate supportability costs are growing at an alarming rate. Many of LAV readiness issues are being/can be corrected by IROAN (Inspect/Replace Only As Necessary) and modernization through spares. IROAN efforts will be required during the SLEP production phase and will focus on core depot capabilities. SLEP changes to LAV subsystems will improve survivability and sustainability. Additionally, environmental, safety, and health issues will also be addressed.
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BTR-50P, cost- 2 million

The BTR-50P is based on the chassis of the PT-76 light amphibious tank with an open-topped troop compartment in the center. The 20 infantrymen sit on bench seats which run across the full width of the vehicle and enter and leave by climbing over the side of the hull. Armament consists of a pintle-mounted 7.62 mm SGMB machine gun. The BTR-50P is fully amphibious and propelled in the water by two water-jets at the rear of the hull. The BTR-50P was introduced in 1954. It is no longer in production and is being replaced by newer BTRs and BMPs in the Russian Army.

Armored personnel carriers of the BTR-50P series were issued to the motorized rifle regiment of tank divisions in the Soviet and East German Armies, and in a modified form as command vehicles in virtually all Warsaw Pact armies. They have also been exported to the Middle East. The BTR-50P, which was first shown in public on November 1957, has undergone a number of modifications. The original BTR-50P had an open-topped fighting compartment, and at first, carried no armament. There is provision, however, for trans-porting 57mm, 76mm or 85mm guns in the fighting compartment. The guns are loaded onto the vehicle from the rear using folding ramps attached to the rear deck of the vehicle. The guns can be fired from the vehicle on land or water, or can be dismounted and used in a normal fashion. When firing from the vehicle in the water, however, the water jet system must be in operation.
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BTR-60, cost- 2.2 million

The BTR-60 armored personnel carrier, the first in the line of Russian 8-wheeled APC's, was developed in the late 1950s to replace the BTR-152 (6x6) APC and was first seen in public in 1961. It was continuously improved throughout the 1960s culminating in the production of the BTR-60PB, and was subsequently replaced in production by the similar BTR-70 (8x8). Numerically, the BTR-60 was the most important vehicle in the Soviet Army. It was issued in quantity to the East German, Bulgarian and Romanian Armies. It has also been exported to Yugoslavia. Significantly, it was the standard armored personnel carrier of the Soviet Naval Infantry [the Soviet Marine Corps].
The BTR-60PB performs well cross-country in conditions that favor wheels. On land or water, the vehicle is steered by the front two sets of wheels which also have power steering. The boat-shaped hull with sloped sides provides good swimming capability and helps deflect hostile fire. The BTR-60PB has a searchlight and IR equipment, giving it a night fighting capability.

The BTR-60PB is an eight-wheel-drive vehicle with a long, boat-like hull with well-sloped armor on the sides and overhead armor cover. The hull is of all-welded steel construction, with the driver and commander seated at the front, a personnel compartment in the mid-section, and the engine compartment at the rear of the hull. The BTR-60 has a fully enclosed troop compartment on top of which is a one-man turret. The small conical turret, placed over the second set of wheels, is identical to the one fitted on the BRDM-2. It mounts coaxial 14.5-mm KPV and 7.62-mm PKT machine guns to right, with a telescopic sight mounted coaxially on the left. The crew use two semicircular hatches forward of the turret, and a pair of rectangular hatches aft of the turret for access by up to eight passengers. Three firing ports are located on either side of the troop compartment.

This eight-wheel-drive vehicle has evenly spaced wheels, except for a slightly larger space between the second and third wheels. The tires have the centralized pressure regulation system common to Soviet wheeled APCs, and are partially filled with a foam-rubber-like substance. All eight wheels are powered, and the first four which are used for steering, are power-assisted. The rear-mounted power plant employs a pair of 6-cylinder 90-hp gasoline engines mounted at the rear of the hull. The first and third axles are powered through the transmission of the right engine and the second and fourth axles through the transmission of the left engine. The BTR-60P is fully amphibious, propelled by a single water-jet mounted at the rear of the hull.

Although its armor is thicker than that of older model APCs, the BTR-60PB is vulnerable to HE fragmentation as well as small arms fire. The tires are extremely vulnerable to puncture. Soft ancillary equipment (antennas and integral fuel tanks) are vulnerable to destruction by field artillery weapons. Troops must mount and dismount through the top hatches, which exposes them to fire. A notable vulnerability is that passengers have to exit the vehicle through top hatches, which makes them vulnerable to fires. Also, gunners must be at least shoulder high out of the vehicle to operate the mounted weapons.
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BTR-70, cost- 2.3 million

The BTR-70 was first seen in 1978 and so was given the preliminary designation BTR M1978, and was first shown in public during a Moscow parade in 1980. A successor vehicle to the BTR-60P, both vehicles have the same turret armament, while the BTR-70 has two upgraded 8-cylinder 120-hp gasoline engines which give improvements in power-to-weight ratio. Other modifications include improvement to vision for the troops, additional firing ports and improved armor protection. The BTR-70 has a slightly longer hull, and features a recognizable gap between the front and rear sets of road wheels. Triangular-shaped access doors are located in this space on both sides of the vehicle and provide side entrance and exit for troops, rather than only from the top as in the BTR-60PB. Also, the wave deflector is mounted differently from the BTR-60PB on the BTR-70.
Although the BTR-70 offered a number of improvements over the BTR-60, continuing shortcomings included the pair of gasoline engines and poor means of entry and exit. While the BTR-60PB had only top hatches for troop entrance and exit, the BTR-70 incorporates triangular access doors in the on both sides of the vehicle. The troop compartment accomodates six infantry men, each provided with a firing port and vision block. As with the BTR-60PB and BRDM-2, the BTR-70 has a small conical turret armed with a 14.5-mm KPT machine gun and a coaxial 7.62-mm PKT machinegun. The BTR-70 is fully amphibious, propelled by a single water-jet at the rear of the hull. Before entering the water a trim vane is erected at the front and bilge pumps switched on.

Like the BTR-60PB, the BTR-70 has good cross-country capability, high road speed, and large troop-carrying capacity. Its versatility and amphibious capability are also advantages. The primary disadvantage is its relatively light armor protection, although it has been reported that the bow section possibly incorporates special layered armor.
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BTR-80, cost- 2.5 million

The BTR-80 is a modern, lightly armored vehicle with a diesel power plant. It is manufactured at the Gorkiy Automobile Factory in Nizhniy Novgorod and has been in service since the early 1980s. The BTR-80 is a lightly armored amphibious vehicle with a collective chemical-biological-radiological (CBR) protective system. Operated by a crew of three, the vehicle can carry a squad of seven infantry troops.

The BTR-80 8 x 8 armored personnel carrier is intended to carry personnel on the battlefield and provide close fire support. It can also carry out reconnaissance, combat support and patrol missions. It entered service with the Russian army in the late 1980's and has since been used in a number of military conflicts, including UN peacekeeping operations. The vehicle is in production and in service with the Russian army and with a number of other countries.

The BTR-80 is superior to BTR-60/70 with a larger chassis, high-angle-of- fire turret, and single more powerful diesel engine (vs gasoline). Aalthough the armament is same as BTR-60 and BTR-70, except for added smoke grenade dispensers on the back of the turret, the conical turret has been improved and the gun can elevate higher. This was a problem on BTR-60/BTR-70 when the Russians were fighting the Mujahadeen in the mountains and cities of Afganistan. The front and side firing ports have been greatly improved (square/inset, angled slightly forward. The BTR-80 also fixed the side entrance problems found in BTR-60 & BTR-70. Now the entrance consists of a two part door (upper and lower parts which open outwards). It's now big enough to load/unload cargo, and exit rapidly with full battle gear on.

Options include the Kliver turret with a 30-mm gun, 7.62-mm coax MG, thermal sights, superior day sights, and (four) Kornet ATGM launchers. While retaining the standard boat-shaped hull and sloped sides of all-welded steel armor construction, the rear deck has been reconfigured with a raised rear and square rearward-sloping engine compartment. The BTR-70's side-half doors are replaced by full side doors, and the firing ports are modified to face forward. The fully amphibious BTR-80 has night vision equipment, overpressure NBC protection system, and a central tire-pressure regulation system.

The single diesel engine gives the BTR-80 better performance and lower risk of fire compared to the twin gas engines of the BTR-70. The turret is improved relative to the BTR-60PB and BTR-70, and can be elevated to +60 degrees compared to the +30 degrees of earlier vehicles. The sighting system for the 14.5-mm KPV heavy machine gun and coaxial 7.62-mm PKT machineguns are also of improved design. Six 81-mm smoke mortars mounted on the rear of the turret can be fired from inside the vehicle.

The BTR-80 can carry seven infantry men, along with a crew of three, consisting of a commander, gunner and driver. The full side doors of the BTR-80, positioned between the second and third axles of the vehicle, consist of an upper half which opens forward and a lower half which opens down, forming a step ladder for troops entering or exiting. The upper half of the door is also fitted with a firing port. Additional forward-facing firing ports include one at the front of the vehicle for the commander, and two in the roof hatches. The firing ports are designed for AKMS/AK-74 individual weapons, apart from the front two firing ports which are designed for the 7.62-mm PK general purpose machine guns.

The fully amphibious BTR-80 is powered by a 7403 four-stroke, eight cylinder liquid cooled diesel engine, which provides 260 hp. It is capable of a maximum speed of 80 km/hour on paved road and 9 km/hour when afloat. Fuel endurance range is 600 km on roads. The BTR-80 is fitted with NBC (nuclear, biological, chemical) protection system, automatic fire-fighting system, camouflage devices, bilge pumps and a self-recovery winch.

In a debt reduction arrangement, Russia furnished Hungary 200 BTR-80 wheeled armored personnel carriers (APCs) as replacements for the thirty-year-old Hungarian-manufactured FUG APC.
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BMP-1, cost- 3.4 million

The Bronevaya Maschina Piekhota (BMP-1) was first built in the early 1960s and seen in public in November 1967 at a Red Square parade. It was called the M-1967 and BMP by NATO before its correct designation was known. The BMP represented an important shift from the concept of an armored personnel carrier to an armored infantry combat vehicle, combining high mobility, effective anti-tank weapons, and armored protection for carrying troops. The BMP is significantly smaller than Western APCs and has considerably greater firepower. The BMP-1 was innovative in that it allowed the infantry being carried to fire their personal weapons from within the vehicle whilst remaining protected by armour. To do this firing ports and vision devices were provided for each infantry soldier. Thus the BMP became the first Infantry Combat Vehicle. The BMP-1 carrys a crew of three to eight. The BMP replaced the BTR-50P and complements the BTR-60PB in first-line motorized rifle units.
A combination of effective antitank firepower, high mobility, and adequate protection made the BMP a formidable addition to the inventory of Soviet motorized rifle units. Designed to suit the demands of high-speed offensive in a nuclear war, it carries a 73mm, 2A20 gun with maximum rounds of 40 and maximum range of over 7,000 ft. Its 73-mm main gun fires a rocket-assisted, fin- stabilized HEAT projectile with an effective range of 800 meters medium (capable of successfully engaging tanks at ranges up to 1,300 meters) and is equipped with an automatic loader. The main armament of the BMP1 is unusual, in that it fires the same ammunition as the RPG-7 infantry rocket propelled grenade launcher. A launching rail for the AT-3 Sagger antitank guided missile is located above the gun for longer range antitank capability (up to 3,000 meters).
27-12-2003, 03:17
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BMR-600, cost- 3.2 million

The BMR-600 (Blindado Medio de Ruedas) is a six-wheeled light armored vehicle manufactured in Spain under French license. To 1972 the Spanish Army fixed the tactical and technical requirements for a wheeled armored vehicle for the transport and movement of a squad of infantry to and in the zone battle. Designed by the Commission of Development of Armored Vehicles, the Army, and the Direction of Projects of ENASA, the prototype the Pegaso BMR-600 was evaluated over four years and entered production in 1979, with versions for personnel, mortar carriers of 81 and 120 mm, recovery-repair and ambulance. On the other hand, the Army made those of transmissions of the Mount Olympus system and combat engineers BMR-VCZ. The BMR has been exported to Saudi Arabia and Egypt and employed effectively in real situation as much by the Saudí forces during the campaign of Kuwait of 1991 ande by the Spanish troops in Bosnia-Herzegovina and Albania. The BMR-600 is in service in Spain, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Peru.

The Spanish Army is modernizing it with a new motor, additional plates of armor, and a system of bacteriological and chemical defense. On 29 May 1994 the program of modernization of 646 units was approved, jointly executed by Santa Barbara Armor and the Park and Center of Maintenance of System Cover with armor (PCMSA. The updates also include a new system of fuel supply, adjustable height steering, fire-fighting and antiexplosion system.
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B1 Centauro tank destroyer, cost- 3.6 million

The Centauro B1 tank destroyer was designed to carry out tactical reconnaissance and territorial defence tasks. The main mission of the Centauro heavy armored car is the protection of lighter vehicles and units of the Cavalry. It is not a reconnaissance vehicle, but a tank destroyer/wheeled tank. The cavalry unit is equipped with this vehicle which is fitted with a 105 mm high-pressure gyrostabilised gun and associated automated fire control system. It has high road mobility, a good power to weight ratio, a long range and good cross-country mobility. The Centauro carries a fully armed and equipped crew of 2 to 4 men, which makes it extremely flexible to use, especially in peacekeeping operations. Vehicles in the Centauro family have a basic protection guaranteed to withstand 14.5 mm bullets (25 mm on the front section). This can be increased to 30 mm by bolting on additional protection. The Centauro was deployed in Somalia and former Yugoslavia and has proved its toughness and the suitability of its gun system for use in peacekeeping operations as well as in the reconnaissance tasks for which it was designed and developed. Because of their characteristics, these tanks have been used to escort motor convoys, for wide area control and for road patrols, and have proven rapid intervention capability in unforeseen crises.

In order to have a troop carrier with mobility and protection specifications similar to those of the Centauro tank, development has begun on a family of medium tanks whose main characteristic is a high degree of interoperability with other tanks. The battlefield version (VBC 8 x 8) already exists in prototype. This will carry 7 fully equipped men in addition to the tank commander and the pilot and may be armed with a range of equipment such as a 12.7 mm machine gun and a 25 or 60 mm cannon, plus two missile launchers. Bearing in mind Italy’s recent experience in Somalia and Bosnia, a possible use has emerged for short-range heavy automatic armaments against interposing forces rather than a range of 400-500 m, as in a cold-war scenario.
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Pirahna LAV, cost- 2.3 million

The Piranha family of light armoured vehicles, available in 4x4, 6x6, 8x8 and 10x10 configurations, has become the choice of military customers around the world. In 1977 the Canadian Forces selected the MOWAG Piranha 6x6 Armoured Vehicle General Purpose (AVGP). The Canadian government selected DDGM as the Canadian based contractor for this order. The armoured vehicle general purpose (AVGP) comes in three variants: the Cougar, the Grizzly and the Husky. The AVGP entered service in 1976. The Cougar's main function is to provide direct or semi-direct fire support in a combined operation. The Grizzly's primary use is to provide mobility and protection for an 11-person infantry section in combined arms operations. In 1999, the Cougar is being gradually removed from service with the Regular Force and will remain operational at the Reserve unit level only. Plans are being made to extend the life of some of the AVGP vehicles and to use them in a variety of new ways. The Canadian Forces order later led to a major contract with the US Marine Corps (USMC) for the 8x8 version of the Piranha and later to an even larger vehicle procurement by the U.S. Army TACOM for the National Guard of Saudi Arabia.

GKN teamed up with MOWAG of Switzerland in 1990 to produce the Piranha family of wheeled armoured vehicles to meet a number of requirements in the UK’s FFLAV (Future Family of Light Armoured Vehicles). MOWAG and GKN Defence signed an agreement which licensed GKN to be system prime contractor for the design, integration, production and marketing of the GKN Piranha 8x8 for agreed customers. Vehicles have already been sold to Saudi Arabia and Oman. The GKN Piranha 8x8 can hold up to 15 persons. It has a combat weight of 12.3 tonnes, a maximum road speed of 100 km/h and a fording speed of 10.5 km/h. Its maximum range is 780 km and it can be armed for whatever role is assigned to it. Existing customers for the Piranha include Denmark, Canada (designated the LAV III Kodiak), and Sweden.

In August 1999 Diesel Division, General Motors of Canada Limited (DDGM), announced the acquisition of the privately owned Mowag Motorwagenfabrik AG (MOWAG), based in Kreuzlingen, Switzerland. The sale formalizes a 22-year working relationship between the two companies that has focussed on the design development, international licensing and manufacturing of the Piranha family of light armoured, wheeled military vehicles. DDGM had recently begun production of a new and significantly larger category of the Piranha 8x8, known as the LAV III, as part of a 651-unit replacement program for the Canadian Forces.
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Combat Vehicle 90, cost- 3.1 million

Combat Vehicle 90 (CV 90 - StridsFordon 90) is jointly developed and manufactured by Hagglunds AB (chassis) and Bofors AB (turret, armament and ammunition). The CV 90 family consists of: CV 90 (the basic armored infantry fighting vehicle, armed with a 40 mm automatic cannon); Anti-aircraft vehicle 90; Forward observer vehicle 90; Command post vehicle 90; and Recovery vehicle 90. All vehicles are designed for maximum performance in the most inhospitable terrain and hostile combat environments. The CV 90 is an extremely agile, multi-role combat vehicle with all-target capability, a low very compact structure and minimized radar and IR-signatures. The basic turret is electrically operated and houses a CelsiusTech UTAAS sight with integrated laser rangefinder and thermal camera. The 40 mm Bofors autocannon assures lethality to all other light armored vehicles and even offers a chance to kill enemy tanks from flanking positions with its APFSDS-T ammo. Production orders for series vehicle are divided into three batches. A total of 500 CV 90 will be procured for the Swedish Army, with final delivery in 2002.
The Hägglunds Vehicle CV 90120 light tank consists of a slightly modified CV 90 chassis, produced for Norway and Sweden, fitted with a new three-man turret mounting a Swiss Ordnance 120 mm smoothbore gun with a computerised fire-control system and stabilised day/night sights.
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Tank destroyer Jaguar 1, cost- 3.4 million

Engine performance: 368 KW (500 HP)
Weight: approx. 25 t
Maximum speed: approx. 70 km/h
Operating range road: approx. 400 km
Crew: 4
Armament:
Guided missile HOT
1 bug MG 7.62 mm
1 air defense MG 7.62 mm
Combat distance: to 4000 m
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SK 105 Kurassier, cost- 2.2 million

This light tank was developed by the Saurer-Werk (today Steyr Daimler-Puch). The first prototype was ready in 1967 and first production vehicles were delivered in 1971. Although classified as "tank destroyer" [Jagdpanzer] by the Austrian army, SK 105 (known as Kurassier) is considered a light tank. Many of its automotive components are identical to the used ones in the armored troop carrier vehicles of of (APC) built by Steyr, allowing to the users to have an full family of the vehicles based on similar parts, which facilitates training and the logistic support. The SK 105 variants include the Greif armored recovery vehicle, the Pionier engineering vehicle and the driver training vehicle. They are in service in Argentina, Austria, Bolivia, Morocco and Tunisia. The Navy of Brazil also acquired 17 SK 105 for the Body of Fuzileiros Navais (CFN). The incorporation of this tank is part of the Program of Reaparelhamento of the Navy for equiping fiflemen with more modern equipment. Production of the SK 105 resumed for Botswana, with an order for 20 brand new vehicles and an option on an additional 30 vehicles.
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Warrior ACV, cost- 3 million

Warrior is an armoured combat vehicle. It is NBC proof, and a full range of night vision equipment is included as standard. Warrior is part of a family of seven variants which include a Milan carrier, a mechanised recovery vehicle, an engineer combat version and an artillery command vehicle. Warrior has excellent cross country mobility and is armed with a 30 mm Rarden cannon. Used by armoured infantry battalions, Royal Artillery and Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers.


The GKN Defence Warrior Armoured Combat Vehicle was accepted for service with the British Army in November 1984 and production began in 1986. The original order of 1 053 vehicles has now been reduced to 789, with the final delivery in 1995. The Warrior, as it is normally called, has a combat weight of 25.7 tonnes, a maximum speed of 75km/h (48 km/h in reverse) a maximum road range of 660 km and is able to mount 60% gradients and 40% side slopes. It is armed with both a 30 mm L21 Rarden cannon and a 7.62 mm machine gun and smoke laying equip-ment consisting of 2 x 4 smoke grenade dis-chargers. It can carry a crew of 3 + 7. Warrior took part in Operation Desert Storm in early 1991, where six variants were deployed .
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CM31 6X6 Armoured Vehicle, cost- 1.4 million

The CM31, in development in Taiwan for nearly a decade, has recently been introduced into operational service. It is capable of amphibious operations, and can carry a variety of anti-personnel, anti-aircraft, or anti-armor weapons. Although generally similar in layout and specification to the Cadillac Gage LAV-300 or Belgian SIMBAS light armored vehicles, the CM31 is evidently of indigenous design, and features signature contoured frontal protection.
Under the Army's "Speed Leopard" plan, Taiwan anticipates replacing the U.S.-made M113 and Taiwan-made CM21 over the next five to 10 years with up to 1,000 tanks and armored vehicles. At least six tank makers from Austria, Canada, France, Ireland and the United States have offered to sell their tanks and armored vehicles to Taiwan. Among the offers are Austria's "Pandure," Canada's "Piranha III," the French-made "VAB-NG" and the U.S.-Irish-made LAV-300. The new generation of armored vehicles, which will be wheeled rather than tracked, will be used both by Taiwan's Army and Marine Corps.
27-12-2003, 03:17
"Blue Light Special"?

How about really over priced?

I've seem the above items go for twice as much in other storefronts.
27-12-2003, 04:17
bump for more updates (check the original post, for the index of items and update list)
Hutu
27-12-2003, 04:53
As we in Hutu have been friends for some while, yet never really forming a clear allience with Bigmenistan, we shall take this time to help along the Bigmenistani economy as well as outfit our newly formed engineer corps with vehicles and light weaponry.

200 M1 Grizzly's = 800Mil
300 M88A2's = 2.1 Bil
50 XM104's = 400 Mil
400 M9's = 1.2 Bil
250 ATLAS = 1.25 Bil
50 GSTAMIDS = 250 Mil
400 LAV-E's = 2.4 Bil
75 ATEC's = 300 Mil
50 RTCH's = 100 Mil
50 PLS's = 200 Mil
100 Dump Trucks = 200 Mil
100,000 IMI UZI's = 67.5 Mil
50,000 Steyr AUG's = 50 Mil
10,000 M2 SLAM's = 2 Mil
10,000 M18 Claymores = 4 Mil

Total = 9,076,000,000
27-12-2003, 05:08
Hutu, your order is confirmed.

BTW- my ambassador very much enjoyed your banquet. He says that you host fine partys.

The President apologizes for his lack of time spent on furthering relations, but he's been busy governing the nation through 3 seperate wars (including a bio weapons attack on the Bigmenistan capital while he was in your Country).
Hutu
27-12-2003, 05:33
It is fine, I fully understand your position and when the time comes we shall have our true meeting to discuss this matter.
Argyllia
27-12-2003, 09:32
We require

40 M88 Recovery vehicles for 280m USD money wired on confirmation

more orders will follow
Argyllia
27-12-2003, 09:32
We require

40 M88 Recovery vehicles for 280m USD money wired on confirmation

more orders will follow
28-12-2003, 05:57
We require

40 M88 Recovery vehicles for 280m USD money wired on confirmation

more orders will follow

Confirmed, keep checking back- this storefront will be updated nearly every day.

The Bigmenistan Arms sector takes pride in providing a large quanity and selection of items that are hard to find in other storefronts.
Argyres
28-12-2003, 06:12
Just a friendly suggestion...you should put 'pic warning' on your title or else some poor sucker on a dialup will be subjected to 8 hours of this loading :shock:
28-12-2003, 18:59
I don't have any room to write that into the title, I've reached the character limit already :roll:
28-12-2003, 19:58
MISC. EQUIPMENT


Soldier Equipment-

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Land Warrior, cost- 3,000

Land Warrior integrates small arms with high-tech equipment enabling ground forces to deploy, fight and win on the battlefields of the 21st century. Land Warrior came about in 1991 when an Army study group recommended the service look at the soldier as a complete weapon system. The first priority in Land Warrior is lethality. The second is survivability and the third, command and control. The program will cost $2 billion when 45,000 sets of the equipment are fielded between 2001-2014. The Marine Corps, Air Force and many foreign countries are interested in the system.

Based on recent advances in communications, sensors, and materials, the Land Warrior System integrates commercial, off-the-shelf technologies into a complete soldier system. For the first time, the soldier's equipment is being designed as if he is an individual, complete weapons platform. Each subsystem and component is designed to and for the soldier. The result: the first integrated soldier fighting system for the dismounted infantryman.

Land Warrior has several subsystems: the weapon, integrated helmet assembly, protective clothing and individual equipment, computer/radio, and software.

The Weapon Subsystem is built around the M-16/M-4 modular carbine. The weapon subsystem includes key electrical optical components such as the TWS, video camera, and the laser rangefinder/digital compass (LRF/DC). The LRF/DC provides the soldier with range and direction information. When coupled with his individual location from GPS, the soldier has accurate target location when calling for indirect fire and combat identification. This system will allow infantrymen to operate in all types of weather and at night. In conjunction with other components, a soldier can even shoot around corners without exposing himself to enemy fire.

The Integrated Helmet Assembly Subsystem (IHAS) uses advanced materials to provide ballistic protection at less weight than the current helmet shell. The integrated helmet assembly is lighter and more comfortable than today's helmet. The IHAS's helmet mounted computer and sensor display is the soldier's interface to the other subsystems and to the digital battlefield. Through the helmet mounted display, the soldier can view computer-generated graphical data, digital maps, intelligence information, troop locations and imagery from his weapon-mounted Thermal Weapon Sight (TWS) and video camera. This new capability allows the soldier to view around a corner, acquire a target, then fire the weapon without exposing himself, beyond his arms and hands, to the enemy. By scanning an area with his weapon's thermal sight, the soldier will be able to see an area's characteristics, including terrain and enemy positions, and will be able to see through obscurants. The thermal images will appear on a miniature helmet-mounted display. The Night Sensor Display will integrate a helmet mounted display with an image intensifier for access to his computer sensors as cited above. This will allow the soldier to maneuver and engage targets under cover of darkness.

The Protective Clothing and Individual Equipment Subsystem consists of a revolutionary backpack frame design based on state-of-the-art automotive racing technology which bends with the soldier's natural body movements. The cables are integrated into the frame as necessary for the soldier's computer/radio connections. The soldier can adjust his backpack frame to adjust the load distribution from his shoulders to his hips while on the move. A simple adjustment, yet it allows the soldier to manage and carry his combat load more effectively and with less fatigue. The new LW body armor, like the helmet, provides improved ballistic protection at a reduced weight. The Land Warrior body armor includes a modular upgrade plate to protect the soldier against the small arms threat. The protective clothing and individual equipment subsystem incorporates modular body armor and upgrade plates that can stop small-arms rounds fired point-blank.

The infantryman will attach the Computer/Radio Subsystem (CRS) to his load-bearing frame. Over this goes the rucksack for personal gear. The computer processor is fused with radios and a Global Positioning System locator. A hand grip wired to the pack and attached to the soldier's chest acts as a computer mouse and also allows the wearer to change screens, key on the radio, change frequencies and send digital information. The subsystem comes in two flavors: The leader version has two radios and a flat panel display/keyboard, and soldiers have one radio. With the equipment, leaders and soldiers can exchange information. Soldiers using their weapon-mounted camera, for example, can send videos to their leaders. In its GEN II version, the computer and radio will be combined and embedded in new web gear. The system will be built around a series of cards the size of credit cards, but slightly thicker.

The CRS is integrated into the backpack frame in two sections. The upper portion contains two radios the squad radio and the soldier radio). The squad radio is based on a repackaged commercial radio and will be fully compatible with SINCGARS SIP. The soldier radio is based on a repackaged handheld commercial radio made by Motorola. This gives the soldier the ability to communicate with others in his squad, greatly improving situation awareness and survivability through increased command and control.

The lower portion of the backpack contains the computer and the global positioning system (GPS) modules. Integration of the GPS and radio into the CRS eliminates separate displays, controls and cases, thereby saving weight and reducing power requirements. Menu driven displays are controlled by the soldier from his Remote Input Pointing Device. This device is located on the chest strap and is operated by the touch of a finger. Some functions are controlled with two buttons located near his trigger finger, allowing the soldier to maintain a firing position. Imbedded into the load carrying frame are the antennas for the GPS and soldier radio. The open architecture of the CRS allows direct insertion of future upgrades in both hardware and software.

The Land Warrior software subsystem addresses the soldier's core battlefield functions, display management, and mission equipment and supply. The software subsystem includes tactical and mission support modules, maps and tactical overlays, and the ability to capture and display video images. The system also contains a power management module. Land Warrior will be interoperable on the digital battlefield. Designers set up the system so it can be updated as technology improves. The modular architecture allows for direct insertion/replacement with technology upgrades. The software subsystem allows the soldier to tailor the display, menus and functional operation of his system to his own mission needs and preferences.
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Advanced Combat Vehicle Crewman’s Helmet, cost- 1,000

The U.S. Marine Corps Advanced Combat Vehicle Crewman’s Helmet (USMC-ACVCH) is used by the entire USMC Combat Vehicle Crewman (CVC) fleet. The USMC program was initiated in 1992. The Modified Non-Development Item Program was not joint with Army due to requirements differences. Extensive concept evaluations were conducted with early prototypes at 29 Palms, Camp Pendleton, Camp LeJuene, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, the National Training Center, and Fort Knox.

The USMC-ACVCH Ballistic Shell has protection level equal to the current infantry helmet and has the configuration of the standard CVC shell. The helmet design incorporates an electronic “Talk Through” communications capability with passive hearing protection incorporated into the standard communications headset for vehicle intercom and squad radios. The helmet also fetaures an improved modular pad suspension system with interchangeable Velcro sizing pads for comfort and bump protection with optional faceguard attachment.

The USMC conducted successful Developmental and Operational Testing from 1996-1997. A performance based production contract RFP was prepared and released, and after a long and complicated down selection process, SBCCOM Acquisition Directorate awarded a production contract to Specialty Plastics Inc. at the end of 1QTR1998. An Award Protest was submitted 2QTR1998 and a Stop Work Order was issued. SBCCOM Acquisition Directorate and NSC successfully defended the GAO level contract protest. The Program delay was 120 days. The Stop Work Order was lifted 4QTR 1998 and Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) system evaluations were initiated and accepted. Final Production Award and USMC MS-C occurred 1QTR99. Complete fielding to the USMC CVC fleet of 11,320 helmet systems was initiated in 2QTR1999. Half way through fielding, production item deficiencies were identified in the fleet, fielding was put on hold, deficient items were replaced/repaired under helmet warranty, production line modifications were put in-place and fielding completed by end of 4QTR99. Due to additional item deficiencies identified by the fleet, emergency spare parts were procured and fielded through SBCCOM, Natick, while transitioning sustainment contract to DLA. Currently, sustainment parts are being procured through DLA, both Philadelphia (S9T) and Columbus (S9E). Currently working a P3I program that is looking at new lighter weight ballistic material, improved suspensions systems and improved communications headsets and wireless integration with the newly fielded USMC ISR.
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Ballistic/Laser Protective Spectacles, cost- 150

The BLPS effort was initiated by the Medical R&D Command in 1986, based on a requirement (SN-CIE) for ballistic and laser eye protection approved in 1984. The BLPS were Type Classified-Limited Procurement/Urgent in 1989 and fielded during Desert Shield/Storm. The BLPS were product improved by Natick RD&E Center based on User feedback and re-evaluated 1991-1994.

The BLPS system consists of multiple spectacle assemblies available in clear, sunglass, two wavelength laser protection, and 3 wavelength (l) laser protection. Laser protection is provided by using dye absorber technology. The BLPS accommodates a prescription lens insert via a nosepiece carrier for soldiers requiring corrective lenses. All lenses are ballistic protective and are capable of defeating a 5.8 grain, T-37 shaped fragment simulating projectile at 650 feet per second. The BLPS are designed to accommodate the 5th percentile female to the 95 percentile male in one size. A hard carrying case is available that accommodates one complete spectacle assembly.

The improved BLPS successfully completed evaluation and was Type Classified-Standard in May 1995. Contract award for production of BLPS was 3QFY96 and First Unit Equipped is scheduled for 4QFY98. BLPS clear and sunglass configurations will be central fielded to Force Packages One and Two. All configurations will be available for procurement through the Defense Supply Center, Philadelphia (DSCP) after FY00.
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Interim Small Arms Protective Overvest, cost- 330

The Interim Small Arms Protective Overvest is an expedient solution to achieve a modular small arms protection upgrade to the fielded Personnel Armor System for Group Troops (PASGT) fragmentation protective armored vest (commonly referred to as the flak jacket). The ISAPO is worn over the PASGT vest to provide front and back protection against small arms and flechette threats. ISAPO can also be worn with the Ranger Body Armor (RBA) to add small arms protection to the back. ISAPO is compatible with fielded load bearing equipment and protective Clothing & Individual Equipment. It weighs approximately 16.5 pounds and consists of two components: a carrier and a pair of ceramic small arms protective plates.
ISAPO was approved for MS III in March 1996 with the intention of a one-time procurement of 4000 overvests for Army contingency purposes. The ISAPO will be available for use until the full solution (Modular Body Armor) is fielded in FY99. ISAPO will be available in Woodland and Desert camouflage patterns.

ISAPO provides the same level of small arms protection as the RBA. However, the area of fragmentation protection is greater using the ISAPO/PASGT combination than with the RBA, and small arms protection is greater covering front and back torso then RBA with front plate alone. The cost of providing ISAPO is approximately half the cost of RBA (the PASGT vest has already been issued).
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PASGT Helmet, cost- 75 dollars

The Personnel Armor System Ground Troops (PASGT) helmet is the standard infantry helmet. The item was originally type-classified in the late 1970s and fielded in early 1980s.
The helmet provides ballistic protection from fragmenting munitions to the head, temple, ear and neck areas. It is available in five sizes. The helmet shell is a one-piece composite structure made up of multiple levels of Kevlar® aramid fiber. The current PASGT in the field is made of Kevlar® 29 and weighs between 3.1 lbs (x-s) and 4.2 lbs (x-l). The recently type-classified version, made of Kevlar® KM2, weighs approximately 10 % less. The current chinstrap is a two point design, having an open chincup and two adjustable buckles and a single snap fastener on the left. When the wearer has a properly sized helemt, the helmet’s cradle-type suspension provides standoff between the head and inner helmet surface allowing for ventilation and deformation during impact. A cloth cover is available in several camouflage patterns. A band is used in conjunction with the cover. For parachutists, a pad, retention strap, and liner are available to provide impact protection and increase helmet stability during airborne operations.
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PASGT Vest, cost- 350

The PASGT Vest is a front opening design which protects the upper torso of the body. The ballistic filler consists of 13 plies of 14 oz/yd2 (457 g/m2) water repellent treated Aramid (Kevlar 29) fabric. The inner and outer cover, shoulder pads and front closure flap of the vest are water repellent treated 8 oz/yd2 (271 g/m2) ballistic nylon cloth. The outer cover is woodland camouflage printed and the inner cover is olive green. The vest has a 3/4 collar, pivoting shoulder pads, two front pockets, two grenade hangers and rifle butt patches at the front shoulder area. The front flap and pocket flaps have hook and loop fastener tape closures. The side overlaps are made flexible through the use of 1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm) wide elastic webbing.
The PASGT vest has an increased ability over the now obsolete nylon vest to stop or slow down fragments, It will reduce the number of wounds, especially serious and lethal, from exploding conventional and improved conventional munitions. When the PASGT Vest is worn in combat areas, an 18-53 percent decrease (threat dependent) in all fragmentation caused casualties is predicted.

The PASGT Vest provides a superior fit due to its unique design. The Kevlar ballistic filler in the back is made in four sections; the three upper back sections slide over each other and over the lower back section to allow for any changes in body dimensions associated with various movements. The shoulder pads with elastic webbing and snaps allow more freedom of upper arm movement, and compatibility with the other clothing and individual equipment is increased. In addition, vinyl envelope and plastic stiffeners are eliminated through the use of water repellent treated materials, and camouflage properties are increased.
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http://www2.wbs.ne.jp/~advance/bdu.jpg :idea: new

BDU, cost- 200 (comes with matching pants)

(please specify which variant you want)

Woodland (http://www.vtarmynavy.com/images/bdubi_wc.jpg)
3-Color Desert (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/camo-desert-3_2.jpg)
6-Color Desert (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/bdu-6-desert-DASC9106313_JPG.jpg)
Artic (http://www.fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/land/bdu-white-DFST9204406_JPG.jpg)
Urban (http://www.imsplus.com/images/mtrou.jpg)
Night (http://store1.yimg.com/I/campingsurvival_1772_737154)
Tiger Stripe (http://store1.yimg.com/I/campingsurvival_1773_10491659)

These uniforms are issued as utility, field, training, or combat uniforms and are not intended to be worn as all-purpose uniforms when other uniforms are more appropriate. BDUs may only be worn on duty when prescribed by the commander. BDUs are authorized to be worn off post unless restricted by commanders. They are not for travel, nor for wearing off military installations except in transit between the individual's quarters and duty station. BDUs are not authorized for air travel except when soldiers are deploying as part of a unit move and the mode of transportation is for the exclusive use of the military. BDUs are not authorized for wear in establishments that primarily sell alcohol.

The "green sateen" uniform developed and procured by the Army was designated a universal issue uniform to be worn by all services. In 1968 the green sateen utilities were replaced in Vietnam by the Army green poplin jungle uniform. Subsequently, personnel in Vietnam wore the camouflage pattern rip-stop poplin jungle utilities. These were phased into the recruit issue in 1978, and were later replaced beginning in 1982 by the current woodland camouflage utility uniform.
There are camouflage patterns for just about everything: regular 3-color green BDU (USA and USMC issue); desert 3-color BDU; 6-color desert (AKA "chocolate chip"). General patterns -- like the USA green BDU -- are a compromise to try to give some reduced detection in as many scenarios as possible. Specific patterns, like tree bark, work very well in very specific locations, but not as well generally. The camouflage pattern most familiar as Tiger Stripe was developed for US Special Forces during the Vietnam era (circa 1965) for jungle fighting. It is an adaptation of an earlier British design developed during the Malyasian confict in the 1950's. It is for ultra-close range (50 yards or less) fighting in heavily foliated jungle.


SSCOM's Natick Research, Development and Engineering Center(NRDEC) has developed a reversible camouflage fabric with a 4-color woodland pattern on one side and a 3-color desert pattern on the reverse side. Future potential pattern combinations for camouflage printing include urban/desert and urban/woodland.

Brightness difference with the background (contrast) is the initial detection cue to the human eye. Light colored camouflage blends well in rocky, sandy areas, or in dead grass, and light green single color BDU's might blend well in short, green grass. Patterns and shape are the next most important cues. The camouflage pattern should match the "blobiness" of the background. Too large a pattern, with color patches on the camouflage that are larger than the average patch of color in the background -- generally increases shape cues, while too small a pattern generally increases contrast cues. The average size of the "blobs" -- the predominate or average spatial frequency of the pattern -- is directly proportional to the expected range of engagement and the expected envrionmental background. The spatial frequency of the camouflage pattern should match the spatial frequency of the background at the range of engagement. While it is in theory possible to use fractal patterns to match the spatial frequencies over some span of ranges, and present there are no good fractal patterns, though this remains an area of pattern research.
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http://www.army-surplus.com/ss_store/media/GHP-1.jpg :idea: new

Ghillie Suit Accessory Kit, cost- 250

The Ghillie Suit Accessory Kit (GSAK) provides Special Operations Forces Long Range Surveillance Units, and U.S. Marine Corps and Army snipers with various camouflage material components to construct, repair and modify Ghillie Suits that meet unique mission and climatic requirements. Soldiers will custom make each suit to their own specific design and performance requirements.
This lightweight kit consists of 17 items. These components include: jute burlap strips in four colors, duck cloth, nylon cord, sewing needles, thread, foam padding, tie straps, face paint, overwhite trousers, overwhite mittens, overwhite parka, netting, camouflage covers, trouser suspenders, and several other accessory items. These items provide suitable materials to complement natural colors, patterns, shadows and textures to fabricate and maintain one Ghillie Suit. Each item is available individually for replacement purposes.

The kit items are packed in a flyer's kit bag. The kits are assembled by the snipers and long range surveillance personnel when they attend their training courses. After completion of the course the use, care and maintenance of the Ghillie Suit becomes the individual's responsibility.
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http://olcnet.com/BD99a.JPG :idea: new

Camouflage Face Paint, cost- 10

Exposed skin reflects light and may draw the enemy's attention. Even very dark skin, because of its natural oil, will reflect light. Camouflage face paint is used to camouflage the skin. When applying camouflage stick, soldiers work with a buddy in pairs to help each other. A two-color combination of camouflage stick is applied in an irregular pattern. Shiny areas (forehead, cheekbones, nose, ears, and chin) are painted with a dark color, and shadow areas (around the eyes, under the nose, and under the chin) are painted with a light color. In addition to the face, exposed skin on the back of the neck, arms, and hands are also painted. Palms of hands are not normally camouflaged if arm-and-hand signals are to be used. The three standard camouflage face paint sticks are: loam and light green for all troops in areas with green vegetation; sand and light green for all troops in areas lacking green vegetation; and loam and white for all troops in snow covered terrain. All camouflage face paints have been designed not only to provide the desired camouflage protection, but also must meet soldier acceptability and safety criteria. Design criteria includes comfort in application and wearing, durability over time, appearance, resistance to perspiration, ease of application and removal, and compatibility to clothing and other equipment. The face paint will not reduce the natural sensing capabilities of the soldier, and is nearly odorless, and it will not cause any health hazards such as skin irritation or due to possible ingestion of material. Logistic concerns such as capability of being used and stored in all climatic conditions without degrading, expendable item with no environmental hazard due to the disposal, and is designed such that it can be carried in the pockets of standard combat clothing.
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http://www.southsummit.com/euro_camonets.jpg :idea: new

Camouflage Net, cost- 300

Modern sensing devices detect objects or terrain disturbances even though they are well camouflaged. These devices detect reflected short-wave and radiated long-wave infrared (ir) energy. Special video devices "read" ir energy and detect dead or dying vegetation as well as objects painted similar to their surroundings. In the past, when manned attack aircraft flew high and slow, aircrews had an optimum perspective and a relatively long time to visually recognize and acquire targets. Effective camouflage, concealment, and deception (CCD) then demanded elaborate visual deceptions and comprehensive coverage designed to make the target nearly invisible. Today, attacks are typically executed at low altitudes and high speeds and target recognition and acquisition relies heavily on visual, thermal infrared, and radar imagery. Effective CCD now typically demands less elaborate deceptions.

The Light-Weight Camouflage Screen System [LCSS] is a camouflage net that provides protection in areas where there is no large convenient overhead cover, such as unplowed fields, rocky areas, grasslands, and other wide-open spaces. The LCSS is a modular system consisting of a hexagon screen, a diamond-shaped screen, a support system, and a repair kit. Any number of screens can be joined together to cover a designated object or area.

LCSSs provide excellent cover when properly used. They are radar scattering or radar transparent. The radar scattering screen contains minute fibers of stainless steel which inhibit the passage, reflection, and return of a threat radar signal. The radar transparent version is made without these fibers. The desert version of the LCSS provides concealment against visual, near infrared, and radar target acquisition/surveillance sensor devices. A radar transparent version of the LCSS allows US units to camouflage radar without degrading operations. The desert camouflage net is a complete cover since it depends on ground surface imitation, both in color and texture, for effect.
31-12-2003, 23:58
::bump::
01-01-2004, 01:11
::bump::
01-01-2004, 06:12
Lorai would like to purchase:

50,300 M16A2 Assault Rifles
75 HK UMP-45 Semi-Automatic Rifles
50 M90 Sniper Rifles
50 SPAS-12 Shotguns
25 M4 Carbine Rifles with M203 Grenade Launchers
500 Beretta 92/M9 Pistols
50 C4 Charges
50 M61 Fragmentation Grenades
50 MK3A2 Concussion Grenades
25 M150 PAM Explosives
200 Browning M2HB Machine Guns

$51,872,000 total, half wired now, and half wired on arrival of goods.

Also, is it still possible to buy some aircraft from you as shown in your nov. 18th post? Either way, thanks again.
Eriopia
01-01-2004, 06:22
i'll take 300,000 C4 charges please.money will be wired upon confirmation
Northrop-Grumman
01-01-2004, 07:20
Northrop-Grumman would like to purchase:

50,000 FN P90
500 Barrett M82A1

Total $42,500,000
Money will be wired upon confirmation.
01-01-2004, 18:20
Lorai would like to purchase:

50,300 M16A2 Assault Rifles
75 HK UMP-45 Semi-Automatic Rifles
50 M90 Sniper Rifles
50 SPAS-12 Shotguns
25 M4 Carbine Rifles with M203 Grenade Launchers
500 Beretta 92/M9 Pistols
50 C4 Charges
50 M61 Fragmentation Grenades
50 MK3A2 Concussion Grenades
25 M150 PAM Explosives
200 Browning M2HB Machine Guns

$51,872,000 total, half wired now, and half wired on arrival of goods.

Also, is it still possible to buy some aircraft from you as shown in your nov. 18th post? Either way, thanks again.

Order confirmed.

BTW- I don't check my helicopter and carrier aircraft storefronts very often anymore. So just TG me if you have an order.
01-01-2004, 18:20
i'll take 300,000 C4 charges please.money will be wired upon confirmation

confirmed
01-01-2004, 18:20
Northrop-Grumman would like to purchase:

50,000 FN P90
500 Barrett M82A1

Total $42,500,000
Money will be wired upon confirmation.

order confirmed
Credonia
01-01-2004, 18:36
JESUS, nice storefront. (would be even better if u had tanks in it :D)
01-01-2004, 19:25
trust me- it will :wink:

APCs too, I plan to add just about every kind of ground weapon you can find.
01-01-2004, 21:52
I'd like to purchase 100 AK-74's and 150 Taurus PT 100's. The 145,000 will be soon sent.
Eriopia
01-01-2004, 22:15
money wired.
02-01-2004, 00:29
I'd like to purchase 100 AK-74's and 150 Taurus PT 100's. The 145,000 will be soon sent.

Order confirmed
03-01-2004, 00:18
::bumpidy bump::
03-01-2004, 02:01
I would like to purchase 100 AK74's and 100 HKMP-5k's. The total of 165,000 will be soon sent.

Leri Kiltski
Secretary of Foreign Arms Trading Department
Ministry of Defense
03-01-2004, 02:21
order confirmed.
03-01-2004, 06:22
Lorai would also like to purchase 100 M136 AT4s, 100 M252 81mm mortars and 10 Smerch MLRS totalling $52,800,000.

Money wired upon confirmation of delivery.
03-01-2004, 16:54
I would like to purchase 100 AK74's, 200 HK G36, and 50 PKM's. The 537,000 will soon be sent.

Leri Kiltski
Secretary of Foreign Arms Trading Department
Ministry of Defense
Nazguul
03-01-2004, 17:53
<OOC>
since you wouldn't respond to my telegram...
<OOC>

IC
The Armed Republic Of Nazguul Would Like To Purchase The Following:

Assault Rifles
M4- Carbine W/M203 Launcher 500 units $800,000
Hk G3A4 500 units $750,000
Hk G36C (commando version) 500 units $650,000
Steyr Aug 500 units $500,000
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Total $ 2, 700, 000

Sub-Machine Guns
Thompson M1927 "Tommy Gun" 500 units $375,000
Hk UMP-45 500 units $500,000
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Total $875,000


Shotguns
Mossberg 500 500 units $305,000
Benelli M3 Super 90 500 units $225,000
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Total $530,000


Machine Guns
M249 SAW 500 units $2, 000, 000
Browning M2HB 500 units $1, 150, 000
HK 21E 500 units $1, 931, 000
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Total $5, 081, 000


Handguns
Beretta 92/M9 500 units $325,000
Browning BDM 500 units $200,000
Magnum Research Inc Desert Eagle 500 units $550,000
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Total $1, 075, 000


Sniper Rifles
Remington M40A1 500 units $2,000,000
Hk MSG-90 500 units $4,000,000
Accuracy International L96 500 units $2,500,000
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Total $ 8, 500, 000

Mines
M2 Selectables 4000 units $800,000
M18 Claymore 4000 units $1,600,000
C4 4000 units $3,560,000
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Total $ 7, 960, 000

Grenades
M61 Fragmentation 4000 units $2,000,000
AN-M14 TH3 Incendiary 4000 units $2,800,000
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Total $ 4, 800, 000


RPG'S/Anti-Tank
M72 Law 500 units $4,000,000
RPG-7 500 units $7,500,000
M3 Multi Role Anti Armor Anti Person Weapon System 500 $10,000,000
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Total $ 21, 500, 000


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TOTAL COST:
$53, 021, 000 (fifty three million twenty one thousand)

Money will be wired on confirmation of Order
Credonia
03-01-2004, 18:12
Credonia would like to purchase 50 The German PzH 2000 (Panzerhaubitze 2000)'s.

*Total of $1.5 Billion wired on confirmation*
03-01-2004, 20:45
Lorai would also like to purchase 100 M136 AT4s, 100 M252 81mm mortars and 10 Smerch MLRS totalling $52,800,000.

Money wired upon confirmation of delivery.

Order confirmed. Just remember- you are bound to the agreements, you can't ever use these weapons against GCON.
03-01-2004, 20:46
I would like to purchase 100 AK74's, 200 HK G36, and 50 PKM's. The 537,000 will soon be sent.

Leri Kiltski
Secretary of Foreign Arms Trading Department
Ministry of Defense

Order confirmed
03-01-2004, 20:47
<OOC>
since you wouldn't respond to my telegram...
<OOC>

IC
The Armed Republic Of Nazguul Would Like To Purchase The Following:

Assault Rifles
M4- Carbine W/M203 Launcher 500 units $800,000
Hk G3A4 500 units $750,000
Hk G36C (commando version) 500 units $650,000
Steyr Aug 500 units $500,000
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Total $ 2, 700, 000

Sub-Machine Guns
Thompson M1927 "Tommy Gun" 500 units $375,000
Hk UMP-45 500 units $500,000
--------------------------
Total $875,000


Shotguns
Mossberg 500 500 units $305,000
Benelli M3 Super 90 500 units $225,000
-------------------------
Total $530,000


Machine Guns
M249 SAW 500 units $2, 000, 000
Browning M2HB 500 units $1, 150, 000
HK 21E 500 units $1, 931, 000
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Total $5, 081, 000


Handguns
Beretta 92/M9 500 units $325,000
Browning BDM 500 units $200,000
Magnum Research Inc Desert Eagle 500 units $550,000
-----------------
Total $1, 075, 000


Sniper Rifles
Remington M40A1 500 units $2,000,000
Hk MSG-90 500 units $4,000,000
Accuracy International L96 500 units $2,500,000
----------------------------
Total $ 8, 500, 000

Mines
M2 Selectables 4000 units $800,000
M18 Claymore 4000 units $1,600,000
C4 4000 units $3,560,000
---------------------------
Total $ 7, 960, 000

Grenades
M61 Fragmentation 4000 units $2,000,000
AN-M14 TH3 Incendiary 4000 units $2,800,000
----------------------------
Total $ 4, 800, 000


RPG'S/Anti-Tank
M72 Law 500 units $4,000,000
RPG-7 500 units $7,500,000
M3 Multi Role Anti Armor Anti Person Weapon System 500 $10,000,000
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Total $ 21, 500, 000


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TOTAL COST:
$53, 021, 000 (fifty three million twenty one thousand)

Money will be wired on confirmation of Order

Sorry, I wasn't on NS very much last night. But your order is confirmed (I responded to your TG order just now as well)
03-01-2004, 20:49
Credonia would like to purchase 50 The German PzH 2000 (Panzerhaubitze 2000)'s.

*Total of $1.5 Billion wired on confirmation*

Order is confirmed
Credonia
03-01-2004, 20:54
whoops i meant 500, not 50 lol, sorry
03-01-2004, 21:21
OOC: lol, no prob. 500 will be built.

IC: store update- tanks added, I don't have much time to work on the store now, so I'll add the rest later tonight or tommorow.
Penguisiana
03-01-2004, 22:45
assult rifles

1000 IMI Tavor TAR-21- 500,000 500 each

1000 Steyr AUG-1 million 1000 each

1000 AK-107 w/ Grenade Launcher- 1.6 million 1600 each

500 HK G11- 500,000 1000 each

500 M14 600,000 1200 each


Machine guns-

1000 Vektor SS77- 3,000,000 3000 each

Snipers-

500 M24- 2,300,000 4600 each

RPG-

1000 RPG-7 15,000,000 15k each

Artilery

500 M102 105mm- 750,000,000 1.5 million each

GRAND TOTOAL OF------------------Holy $#!+ 96,800,000

Money upon delivery
05-01-2004, 02:03
OIC (Order is confirmed)
05-01-2004, 19:53
::bump::
06-01-2004, 01:39
The Libyenian army would like to buy:

60,000 AK-47's = SRLC-53,400,000

10,000 AKS-74u's = SRLC-7,000,000

300 PP-19 Bizon's = SRLC-390,000

10,000 TOZ-194's = SRLC-4,710,000

400 Saiga 12's = SRLC-238,400

100 PKM's = SRLC-354,000

400 RPK-74's = SRLC-1,200,000

70,000 Makarov PM's = SRLC-21,770,000

80 Dragunov SVD's = SRLC-505,680

70,000 M67 fragmentation grenades = SRLC-28,000,000

600 RPG-7's = SRLC-9,000,000

3 105 mm M52's = SRLC-3,600,000

10 120mm D-30 = SRLC-10,000,000

3 GRAD MLRS' = SRLC-9,000,000

50 T-55's = SRLC-180,000,000

15 T-72's = SRLC-61,500,000

Total cost: SLRC-390,668,080

Money wired upon delivery of goods.
06-01-2004, 05:16
order confirmed
Eriopia
06-01-2004, 05:32
Can I have 45 of the XM777 howitzers please?money wired on confirmation.
Easterwoodia
06-01-2004, 12:38
The nation of Easterwoodia is requesting advice from Bigmenistan regarding a non-offensive ground force purchase. We currently have a budget of $26,588,080,000. (25 billion from the IADF) These forces will be for the DEFENSE of Easterwoodia.

Please Help I am new to this system.

We will accept your recomendation and continue to use your storefront for furture purchases.
06-01-2004, 18:07
Can I have 45 of the XM777 howitzers please?money wired on confirmation.

order confirmed (although that's not a good RPing post, you should have said- "Our nation is interested in buying...." or something like that)
06-01-2004, 18:50
-double post-
06-01-2004, 18:50
The nation of Easterwoodia is requesting advice from Bigmenistan regarding a non-offensive ground force purchase. We currently have a budget of $26,588,080,000. (25 billion from the IADF) These forces will be for the DEFENSE of Easterwoodia.

Please Help I am new to this system.

We will accept your recomendation and continue to use your storefront for furture purchases.

Well, check this site out for your GDP calculator- http://www.pipian.com/stuffforchat/gdpcalc.php?nation=Easterwoodia&defenseprovided=20&defense=20&militarybudget=20

But if you have 26 billion to work with then I may be able to help you. But it really all depends on what you want.

Personally I believe that buying small arms is an absolute must, before you buy anything else if you're building a military.

And according to NS, you have a population of 5 million. So I think it's a good idea for you to have about....5% of your population in your military (which would be 250,000 total). So using the U.S. standard for dividing the military up into branches-

33% Army- 82,500
28% Navy- 70,000
26% Airforce- 65,000
13% Marines- 32,500

However- You're too young to have an Airforce and a Navy at the moment. I'd wait till your nation has a population of about 20-30 million before creating an Airforce, and wait till you're at about 65-80 million before you start a Navy (Navy ships are extremely expensive).

So for the moment, I wouldn't have a Navy or Airforce. Which means that you could pull people from those branches and add them to the Army.

Which would bring your amount of Army personnel to 217,500. Now I'd say that you need to divide that number by 3. The total you get then would be your supply personnel, doctors, cooks, drill instructors, etc. (72,500). Which would leave you with about 145,000 fighting men.

So you need to equip about 145,000 men (for the moment, the number will grow every real life day), and you have 26 billion to spend.

Now for an assault rifle- I recommend the 'AK-74', because it has a higher rate of fire than the 'AK-47', and it can be fired in full-auto mode (which the 'M16' can't). Also because it's a durable rifle. However you may want to go with the 'HK G36', because it has a 30 round capacity and can fire at 750 rounds a minute (more than the 'AK-74'). Also the 'M4 Carbine' is a very good rifle (30 round capacity, 700-950 rounds a minute).

For the machine gun- I recommend the 'MG3' (although I use the 'PKM'). The 'MG3' can hold about 250 rounds, and can be fired at 1200 rounds a min.

For a suitable close quarters shotgun- I have 3 recommendations (all are very good). The 'SPAS-12', the 'SPAS-15', and the 'Benelli M3 Super 90' (the later 2 can be switched between pump-action and semi-auto).

For a good sniper rifle I recommend the 'Barrett M82A1'. Although you may want to go with the 'M90' instead because it's a bullpup (magazine clip behind the trigger).

For a semi-automatic handgun, it depends on what you need. The 'Desert Eagle' can punch through even the toughest of armor, while the 'Glock 18' can be fired in full auto mode, and hold up to 31 rounds.

And last time I checked- revolvers are still issued to U.S. military personnel, and police forces (because they are durable handguns). If you want my advice on these- get the 'S&W model 28'.

For tanks- 'M1A2 Abrams'. It is in my opinion the best tank out there. It has an almost inpenetrable armor, and a targeting system that allows it to fire from well out of the enemy tank's weapon range.

For artillery- get the 'M109 Paladin'
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That's all the advice I have for you, I hope it helps.

BTW- If you come join the region of 'GCON' I'll give you some very nice discounts on the above items.
Eriopia
06-01-2004, 20:36
Okay then money wired.
Huzen Hagen
06-01-2004, 21:30
ooc: this store rules

ic: our government would like to purchase the following for our foreign intelligence service

20 G17's
20 M1911's
20 HK 21E's
20 MAC-11's
20 MP-5K's
20 Walther P-99's
200 blocks of C4
100 PAM's

total 346,860 *money wired*
Swedish Dominions
06-01-2004, 21:57
I will order this:

Total Economy:$ 5 Million
2500 IMI Galil = 1 mill
625 IMI Tavor TAR-21 =312500

total cost: 4,312500

*Money Wired*
Easterwoodia
06-01-2004, 23:56
See post below for order.
Easterwoodia
06-01-2004, 23:56
The Democratic Republic of Easterwoodia
Ministry of Defense | Purchase Order 7-1-2004
Asst. Secy of Defense Ponald Bumsfield

On behalf of our glorious leader, President Brad Easterwood, the nation of Eastewoodia would like to purchase the following military items:

-M4 Carbine w/ M203 Grenade Launcher, cost- 1,600 x 500,000 = 800 million (you can never have enough rifles)
-Benelli M3 Super 90, cost- 450 x 2,000 = 900,000
-Magnum Research inc. Desert Eagle, cost- 1,100 x 30,000 = 33 million
-HK USP Compact .45ACP, cost- 300 x 100,000 = 30 million
-M90, cost- 9,000 x 500 = 4.5 million
-M67 Fragmentation Grenade, cost- 400 x 500,000 = 200 million
-M136 AT4, cost- 13,000 x 1,000 = 13 million
-M-109A6 Paladin, cost- 5 million x 400 = 2 billion
-M198 155mm, cost- 1.7 million x 200 = 340 milion
-M26 MLRS, cost- 4.3 million x 400 = 1.72 billion
-M1A2 Abrams, cost- 5 million x 2,000 = 10 billion
-Rough Terrain Container Handler (RTCH), cost- 2 million x 100 = 200 million
-All Terrain Lifter, Army System (ATLAS), cost- 5 million x 100 = 500 million
-M88A2 Hercules Heavy Recovery Vehicle, cost- 7 million x 50 = 350 million
GRAND TOTAL (To be wired on order confirmation): 16,191,400,000

We graciously decline the offer to join GCON, but we now regard any GCON member as friends to the people of Easterwoodia. Our funds and support is provided by the IDAF (the friend who got me into this RPG). the government of Easterwoodia will stand true to the agreement that these weapons will never be used against a GCON member state or close associated ally.

The country of Easterwoodia is still looking for: Hummer's of all types, Duece and a halves, five tons, Air defense systems (Hawkes, Stingers, SA-7's, Arrow), Personal Minesweepers, Smoke Grenades, and food preperation equipment.
07-01-2004, 23:39
-double post-
07-01-2004, 23:42
Your order is confirmed.

BTW- Keep checking back here. When I mean 'Ultimate ground forces storefront', I mean Ultimate ground forces storefront!

I'm going to add a ton of items, as much as it has now- I'd say the store isn't even halfway complete.
07-01-2004, 23:51
ooc: this store rules

ic: our government would like to purchase the following for our foreign intelligence service

20 G17's
20 M1911's
20 HK 21E's
20 MAC-11's
20 MP-5K's
20 Walther P-99's
200 blocks of C4
100 PAM's

total 346,860 *money wired*

OOC: Thanks, I'd say the store isn't even half way finished either :wink:
07-01-2004, 23:51
-double post-
07-01-2004, 23:53
I will order this:

Total Economy:$ 5 Million
2500 IMI Galil = 1 mill
625 IMI Tavor TAR-21 =312500

total cost: 4,312500

*Money Wired*

Order confirmed
07-01-2004, 23:56
-double post-
08-01-2004, 17:31
::bumpidy bump::
09-01-2004, 01:37
::bump::
Easterwoodia
09-01-2004, 05:06
*Money Wired* Thank you for your service.
10-01-2004, 04:12
I've just been given a nice-sized appropriation to upgrade our military. I would like 10,000 AK-74's(10,000,000), 900 HKMP-5K's(585,000), 300 HK G36's(390,000), 50 PKM's(177,000), 850 Taurus PT 100's(255,000), and 10 M-46 130-mm's.(1,300,000). The total come to 12,707,000, which will be sent by our couriers.

Leri Kiltski
Secretary of Foreign Arms Trading Department
Ministry of Defense
10-01-2004, 08:36
Lorai would like to purchase the following items for our defence department:

5 M1 Grizzly's - 20 million
3 M882 HRV - 21 million
5 XM104 Bridge System - 40 million
10 M1 Mine Clearer - 3.5 million
5 M9 Earthmovers - 15 million
10 LAV-E transports - 60 million
5 PLS vehicles - 20 mil
10 dump trucks - 20 mil
150,000 M16A2 Assault Rifles - 150 mil
10,000 M4 Carbine w/ M203 Grenade Launcher - 16 mil
800 Browning M2HB Machine Guns - 1.84 mil
200,000 HK MK.23 Pistols - 110 mil
250 Barrett M82A1 Sniper Rifles - 2.25 mil
10,000 C4 - 8.9 mil
750 M300 FPE packs - .45 mil
150k M61 grenades - 75 mil
100 M3 MAAWS AT- 2 mil
250 M136 AT4 AT- 3.25 mil
20 M-109A6 Paladin Artillery - 100 mil
5 M110A2 203mm artillery - 25 mil
2 M992 FAASV art. supply - 8 mil
10,000 M252 81mm mortars - 150 mil
100 M1A2 Abrams tanks - 500 mil
50 M6 Bradly Linebackers - 210 mil
10 M113A3 vehicles - 40 mil
10 Smerch MLRS - 50 mil

Total - 1,652,190,000 USD. Money wired upon confirmation of order.
10-01-2004, 15:23
an undercover agent is walking down the street in bigmenistan,
minutes later, he spots his target:
the ultimate ground force storefront.
he enters swiftly, and shuts the door behind him.
"do not speak, just listen: i was sent here by the infinitum defence corp of philosophical music, to make a purchase:
we shall receive 200 Barrett M82A1 and 800 Dragunov SVD.
these purchases must not under any circumstances go on record.
the delivery must be hash aswell, we must have our goods by 1900 tommorow.
for this special service we shall pay 3,000,000$"
the agent then deploys his jacket, cuts it open, and displays that amount of cash exactly.
"furthermore, we would 'appreciate' it, if you would refference countries in need of reconaissance directly to our offices"
the unknown man then snickers, and leaves the store.

he will not be seen again.
10-01-2004, 20:49
I've just been given a nice-sized appropriation to upgrade our military. I would like 10,000 AK-74's(10,000,000), 900 HKMP-5K's(585,000), 300 HK G36's(390,000), 50 PKM's(177,000), 850 Taurus PT 100's(255,000), and 10 M-46 130-mm's.(1,300,000). The total come to 12,707,000, which will be sent by our couriers.

Leri Kiltski
Secretary of Foreign Arms Trading Department
Ministry of Defense

Order confirmed
10-01-2004, 20:52
-triple post-
10-01-2004, 20:52
-triple post-
10-01-2004, 20:54
Lorai would like to purchase the following items for our defence department:

5 M1 Grizzly's - 20 million
3 M882 HRV - 21 million
5 XM104 Bridge System - 40 million
10 M1 Mine Clearer - 3.5 million
5 M9 Earthmovers - 15 million
10 LAV-E transports - 60 million
5 PLS vehicles - 20 mil
10 dump trucks - 20 mil
150,000 M16A2 Assault Rifles - 150 mil
10,000 M4 Carbine w/ M203 Grenade Launcher - 16 mil
800 Browning M2HB Machine Guns - 1.84 mil
200,000 HK MK.23 Pistols - 110 mil
250 Barrett M82A1 Sniper Rifles - 2.25 mil
10,000 C4 - 8.9 mil
750 M300 FPE packs - .45 mil
150k M61 grenades - 75 mil
100 M3 MAAWS AT- 2 mil
250 M136 AT4 AT- 3.25 mil
20 M-109A6 Paladin Artillery - 100 mil
5 M110A2 203mm artillery - 25 mil
2 M992 FAASV art. supply - 8 mil
10,000 M252 81mm mortars - 150 mil
100 M1A2 Abrams tanks - 500 mil
50 M6 Bradly Linebackers - 210 mil
10 M113A3 vehicles - 40 mil
10 Smerch MLRS - 50 mil

Total - 1,652,190,000 USD. Money wired upon confirmation of order.

Order confirmed
10-01-2004, 21:00
an undercover agent is walking down the street in bigmenistan,
minutes later, he spots his target:
the ultimate ground force storefront.
he enters swiftly, and shuts the door behind him.
"do not speak, just listen: i was sent here by the infinitum defence corp of philosophical music, to make a purchase:
we shall receive 200 Barrett M82A1 and 800 Dragunov SVD.
these purchases must not under any circumstances go on record.
the delivery must be hash aswell, we must have our goods by 1900 tommorow.
for this special service we shall pay 3,000,000$"
the agent then deploys his jacket, cuts it open, and displays that amount of cash exactly.
"furthermore, we would 'appreciate' it, if you would refference countries in need of reconaissance directly to our offices"
the unknown man then snickers, and leaves the store.

he will not be seen again.

*leans in and whispers so no one else can hear*

Your order is confirmed, and it shall be fulfilled by 7:00 ET.
10-01-2004, 21:03
Sorry I haven't been able to update the store in a while, but the NS forums have really been screwed up the last 3 days.

I had just finished a massive update to the store, and then when I went to post it- the damned 'cannot be displayed' message came up, shortly followed by an error message and a CTD.

So I lost all my work, and needless to say I was very pissed. Not to mention that i've barely been able to get on the forums at all cause of the 'cannot be displayed' messages.

But rest assured- I'll update it soon, as soon as NS starts behaving again.
11-01-2004, 04:41
store updated, more APCs/LAVs added. More anti-tank weapons added as well.

I believe I've reached some kind of character limit on page 1 of the storefront. So I may have to start adding items to page 2.
12-01-2004, 02:17
::bump::
12-01-2004, 02:41
M1A2 Abrams, cost- 5 million

I will take 500

5,000,000
500
____________
2,500,000,000


*Money wired after confirming*
12-01-2004, 03:16
Your order is confirmed, expect delivery in 3 RL days (6 NS months)
Kinthesia
12-01-2004, 04:23
i'd like
1000 M14
50 Benelli M3 Super 90
100 M249 SAW
500 Beretta Cougar 8040 mini
50 HK PSG-1
10000 M61 Fragmentation Grenade

cost is 7297500 gpd
Money wired upon confirmation
12-01-2004, 17:17
order confirmed, expect delivery in 5RL hours (1 NS week)
Kelonian States
12-01-2004, 21:23
The Kelonian military would like to purchase:

Small Arms:
200,000 IMI Galils - 80,000,000 USD
50,000 AK-101s - 35,000,000 USD
30,000 FN P90s - 22,800,000 USD

Military Vehicles:
40 T-55 Battle tanks - 144,000,000 USD
18 Grad MLRS systems - 54,000,000 USD

Total: 315,280,000 USD -

Money ready for wiring on confirmation of order.
Thank you.
14-01-2004, 18:54
The Kelonian military would like to purchase:

Small Arms:
200,000 IMI Galils - 80,000,000 USD
50,000 AK-101s - 35,000,000 USD
30,000 FN P90s - 22,800,000 USD

Military Vehicles:
40 T-55 Battle tanks - 144,000,000 USD
18 Grad MLRS systems - 54,000,000 USD

Total: 315,280,000 USD -

Money ready for wiring on confirmation of order.
Thank you.

Order is confirmed. Delivery in 2 NS months (6 RL hours)
14-01-2004, 19:52
::bump for updates::
Kelonian States
15-01-2004, 03:16
Money is wired for our previous order. Please accept 200,000 extra in gratitude for your swift business;

We would also like to purchase:
4,000 Desert Eagle pistols - 4,400,000
2,000 SPAS-12 shotguns - 1,700,000
2,000 MP5A3 rifles - 1,700,000
500 M79 grenade launchers - 5,000,000
500 MSG-90 Sniper rifles - 4,000,000
500 M240 Machine guns - 3,000,000

Total: 19,800,000, Rounded up to 20,000,000 in exchange for prompt delivery. The money is ready for wiring.

This is for the formation of Kelonia's new counter-terrorist agency following the recent rise in worldwide terrorist activity.

~ Gen. Salam Kabi, Kelonian military commander.
Tokushima
15-01-2004, 08:08
The Empire of Tokushima requests:

500,000 - M61 Fragmentation Grenade
200 - M113 Armored Medical Evacuation Vehicle AMEV
1000 - LAV-PC (Personnel Carrier)
200 - LAV-MEWSS (Mobile Electronic Warfare Support System)
100 - LAV-C2 (Command & Control)
500 - LAV-AT (Anti-Tank)
500 - LAV-AD (Air Defense)
--------------------------------------
total - $8,410,000,000

*wired*
15-01-2004, 08:18
we would like the following to help bring our military up to world class standards.

5000 x IMI Uzi = 337,500 USD
2000 x AK-74 = 2,000,000 USD
1000 x SAW = 4,000,000 USD
5000 x Glock 18 = 5,750,000 USD
100 x HK PSG-1 = 1,000,000 USD
2 x M110A2 203mm = 10,000,000 USD

TOTAL: 23,087,500 USD (Rounded to 24 Million USD For World Class Shipping.
Chellis
15-01-2004, 08:28
Ultimate groundforce storefront? You dont have 1 piece of french equipment... I wouldnt call that ultimate...
Skibereen
15-01-2004, 08:38
...
16-01-2004, 21:45
--- Sorry. Double posted. ---
16-01-2004, 21:45
--- Triple posted, more like. ---
16-01-2004, 21:53
The Libyenian army wishes to buy:

251,549 Makarov PM's = $78,231,739

50 D-30 120mm's = $50,000,000

50 Smerch MLRS's = $250,000,000

50 M60 Patton's = $185,000,000

50 T-62's = $190,000,000

Total cost: $528,231,739

Money will be wired once goods are delivered.
17-01-2004, 03:23
Ludwigshafen would like to buy:
100 M1A2 Abrams = 500,000,000
250,000 HK OICW w/ Grenade Launcher = 500,000,000
1,000 Barrett M82A1 = 9,000,000
100,000 Browning BDM = 40,000,000
5,000 M60 = 18,000,000
Total = 1,058,000,000
Isla De Plata
17-01-2004, 04:35
We will order:

300 Sabra tanks
20,000 RPG-7's
100 M52 105mm
100 M102 105mm
100 Dynamite explosives
100 T-55's
200 CM31 6x6 APC's

$2,145,0500,000 is the total. Funds wired on confirmation.
17-01-2004, 05:53
Money is wired for our previous order. Please accept 200,000 extra in gratitude for your swift business;

We would also like to purchase:
4,000 Desert Eagle pistols - 4,400,000
2,000 SPAS-12 shotguns - 1,700,000
2,000 MP5A3 rifles - 1,700,000
500 M79 grenade launchers - 5,000,000
500 MSG-90 Sniper rifles - 4,000,000
500 M240 Machine guns - 3,000,000

Total: 19,800,000, Rounded up to 20,000,000 in exchange for prompt delivery. The money is ready for wiring.

This is for the formation of Kelonia's new counter-terrorist agency following the recent rise in worldwide terrorist activity.

~ Gen. Salam Kabi, Kelonian military commander.

Order confirmed, expect delivery in 3RL hours (2 NS weeks)

The Empire of Tokushima requests:

500,000 - M61 Fragmentation Grenade
200 - M113 Armored Medical Evacuation Vehicle AMEV
1000 - LAV-PC (Personnel Carrier)
200 - LAV-MEWSS (Mobile Electronic Warfare Support System)
100 - LAV-C2 (Command & Control)
500 - LAV-AT (Anti-Tank)
500 - LAV-AD (Air Defense)
--------------------------------------
total - $8,410,000,000

*wired*

Order confirmed, expect delivery in 3 NS months on the APCs (2 RL days), and expect delivery in 2 NS weeks on the grenades (2 RL hours).

we would like the following to help bring our military up to world class standards.

5000 x IMI Uzi = 337,500 USD
2000 x AK-74 = 2,000,000 USD
1000 x SAW = 4,000,000 USD
5000 x Glock 18 = 5,750,000 USD
100 x HK PSG-1 = 1,000,000 USD
2 x M110A2 203mm = 10,000,000 USD

TOTAL: 23,087,500 USD (Rounded to 24 Million USD For World Class Shipping.

Order confirmed, expect delivery in 3 NS days (30 RL minutes)

The Libyenian army wishes to buy:

251,549 Makarov PM's = $78,231,739

50 D-30 120mm's = $50,000,000

50 Smerch MLRS's = $250,000,000

50 M60 Patton's = $185,000,000

50 T-62's = $190,000,000

Total cost: $528,231,739

Money will be wired once goods are delivered.

Order confirmed. Delivery in 3 NS days on the guns (30 RL minutes), and 2 NS months on everything else (2 RL days).

Ludwigshafen would like to buy:
100 M1A2 Abrams = 500,000,000
250,000 HK OICW w/ Grenade Launcher = 500,000,000
1,000 Barrett M82A1 = 9,000,000
100,000 Browning BDM = 40,000,000
5,000 M60 = 18,000,000
Total = 1,058,000,000

Order confirmed, tanks will be delivered in 2 NS months (2 RL days). Everything else in 4 NS weeks (1 RL hour)

We will order:

300 Sabra tanks
20,000 RPG-7's
100 M52 105mm
100 M102 105mm
100 Dynamite explosives
100 T-55's
200 CM31 6x6 APC's

$2,145,0500,000 is the total. Funds wired on confirmation.

Order confirmed. Expect delivery in 2 NS weeks (30 RL minutes) on the RPGs and dynamite. Everything else will arrive in 3 NS months (2 RL days)
17-01-2004, 05:54
Ultimate groundforce storefront? You dont have 1 piece of french equipment... I wouldnt call that ultimate...

I was hoping you'd notice. Cause you see- in this storefront, we only sell quality items. You wouldn't want your equipment breaking down out in the field would you? :)
17-01-2004, 18:36
The Libyenian army wishes to buy:

50 M60 Patton's = $185,000,000

50 T-80's = $215,000,000

Total cost: $400,000,000

*Money wired*
18-01-2004, 04:48
Order confirmed, expect delivery in 1 NS month (1 RL day)
18-01-2004, 05:09
we would like to purchase:
30000 M16A2s
10000 M4s w/ Grenade Launchers
5000 HK OICWs
300 M249 SAWs
50000 Taurus PT 100s
4000 Springfield armory M21s

we have wired you the money
Chellis
18-01-2004, 05:48
Ultimate groundforce storefront? You dont have 1 piece of french equipment... I wouldnt call that ultimate...

I was hoping you'd notice. Cause you see- in this storefront, we only sell quality items. You wouldn't want your equipment breaking down out in the field would you? :)

You sell an M16 variant... Wouldnt exactly count on that not breaking down on the field...

Besides, racism isnt cool(French stuff is made by various dealers, so it is racist to say their stuff if bad, just cause the french use it)
No-Dachi Yo
18-01-2004, 15:55
We will buy,

500 SPAS-12 shotguns - $425,000
1100 PP-19 Bizon – $1,430,000
300 SA-80 LSW – $1,200,000
1100 Glock 17 – $7150,00
750 AI L96 sniper rifles – $3,750,000
1100 M4 Carbine, with grenade launcher - $1,760,000

TOTAL - $9,280,000

*money wired on confirmation*

Thank you
Grays Hill
18-01-2004, 16:13
I am interested in quite a large purshase. I would like 20 M-109A6, 25 M55 8, 250 Challenger 2, and 200 T 90. Money will be wired upon confirmation.
18-01-2004, 16:22
we would like to purchase:
30000 M16A2s
10000 M4s w/ Grenade Launchers
5000 HK OICWs
300 M249 SAWs
50000 Taurus PT 100s
4000 Springfield armory M21s

we have wired you the money

Order confirmed, expect delivery in 2 NS weeks (2 RL hours).

We will buy,

500 SPAS-12 shotguns - $425,000
1100 PP-19 Bizon – $1,430,000
300 SA-80 LSW – $1,200,000
1100 Glock 17 – $7150,00
750 AI L96 sniper rifles – $3,750,000
1100 M4 Carbine, with grenade launcher - $1,760,000

TOTAL - $9,280,000

*money wired on confirmation*

Thank you

Order confirmed, expect delivery in 1 NS day (15 RL minutes)

I am interested in quite a large purshase. I would like 20 M-109A6, 25 M55 8, 250 Challenger 2, and 200 T 90. Money will be wired upon confirmation.

Order confirmed, expect delivery in 4 NS weeks (12 RL hours)
18-01-2004, 16:25
Ultimate groundforce storefront? You dont have 1 piece of french equipment... I wouldnt call that ultimate...

I was hoping you'd notice. Cause you see- in this storefront, we only sell quality items. You wouldn't want your equipment breaking down out in the field would you? :)

You sell an M16 variant... Wouldnt exactly count on that not breaking down on the field...

Besides, racism isnt cool(French stuff is made by various dealers, so it is racist to say their stuff if bad, just cause the french use it)

Well- their stuff is bad, just cause the french use it :)
No-Dachi Yo
19-01-2004, 16:05
We would like,

1000 SPAS-12 shotguns - $850,000
4400 PP-19 Bizon SMG - $5,720,000
1200 SA-80 LSW - $4,800,000
4400 Glock 17 pistols - $2,860,000
1000 AI L96 sniper rifles - $5,000,000
4400 M4 Carbine, with grenade launcher - $7,040,000

TOTAL - $26,270,000

*money on confirmation*
19-01-2004, 16:16
We would like,

1000 SPAS-12 shotguns - $850,000
4400 PP-19 Bizon SMG - $5,720,000
1200 SA-80 LSW - $4,800,000
4400 Glock 17 pistols - $2,860,000
1000 AI L96 sniper rifles - $5,000,000
4400 M4 Carbine, with grenade launcher - $7,040,000

TOTAL - $26,270,000

*money on confirmation*

Order confirmed, expect delivery in 1 NS week (10 RL minutes)
19-01-2004, 17:43
19-01-2004, 17:49
::bump:: for updates. (on page 2, I ran out of room on page 1)
20-01-2004, 19:48
::bump::
20-01-2004, 21:10
I'll take 2,000 Mac-11, 2 AA LAV-25, and 8 M290 Morter, please.
21-01-2004, 03:26
I would like to put in an order for the following:

- 500,000 M16A2s
- 100,000 HK OICWs w/ Grenade Launchers
- 500 SPAS-15s
- 50 M60s
- 20 RPG-7s

Total cost comes to $700,980,000.

Money will be wired upon confirmation.
No-Dachi Yo
21-01-2004, 15:39
Can we get

110,000 Browning BDM pistol - $44,000,000
110,000 IMI Galil rifles - $44,000,000
65,000 M249 SAW light machine guns - $260,000,000
25,000 PKM machine guns - $88,500,000

TOTAL - $436,500,000

*money on confirmation*
Verboten Lufftewaffe
21-01-2004, 15:46
Do you have and Package deals???????????
22-01-2004, 05:49
Our country is interested in purchasing some basic armaments these include

250,000 M4 Carbines w/ M203 Grenade Launchers
1,000 HK MP-5Ks
500 M240s
250,000 Desert Eagles
1,000 Glock 18s
1,000 Barrett M82A1s
260,000 M61 Grenades
1,000 M252 81mm mortars
20 M1A2 Abrams
10 Smerch MLRS

$983,800,000 - Securely wired to your waiting account
23-01-2004, 00:48
-double post-
23-01-2004, 00:48
I'll take 2,000 Mac-11, 2 AA LAV-25, and 8 M290 Morter, please.

Order confirmed, expect delivery in 2 NS days (about 10 RL minutes)

I would like to put in an order for the following:

- 500,000 M16A2s
- 100,000 HK OICWs w/ Grenade Launchers
- 500 SPAS-15s
- 50 M60s
- 20 RPG-7s

Total cost comes to $700,980,000.

Money will be wired upon confirmation.

Order confirmed, expect delivery in 1.1 NS weeks (35 RL minutes)

Can we get

110,000 Browning BDM pistol - $44,000,000
110,000 IMI Galil rifles - $44,000,000
65,000 M249 SAW light machine guns - $260,000,000
25,000 PKM machine guns - $88,500,000

TOTAL - $436,500,000

*money on confirmation*

Confirmed, expect delivery in 1 NS week (30 RL minutes)

Our country is interested in purchasing some basic armaments these include

250,000 M4 Carbines w/ M203 Grenade Launchers
1,000 HK MP-5Ks
500 M240s
250,000 Desert Eagles
1,000 Glock 18s
1,000 Barrett M82A1s
260,000 M61 Grenades
1,000 M252 81mm mortars
20 M1A2 Abrams
10 Smerch MLRS

$983,800,000 - Securely wired to your waiting account

Order confirmed, expect delivery in 2 NS weeks (1 RL hour)
23-01-2004, 00:53
-yet another.....double post (I swear they need to fix this crap)-
23-01-2004, 00:54
Do you have any Package deals???????????

No, because there's so many items to choose from (in each category) that it would take all day to make (an American package, Russian package, British package, etc.)
23-01-2004, 01:03
THERE ARE ITEMS ON PAGE 2 AS WELL

......hehe, just a reminder.
No-Dachi Yo
23-01-2004, 20:01
We would like

-750 PKM machine guns

for $2,655,000
25-01-2004, 00:30
order confirmed, expect delivery in 1 NS day (10 RL minutes)
No-Dachi Yo
25-01-2004, 16:36
We would like

3000 M1911 pistols - $1,200,000
3000 M14 assault rifles - $3,600,000
25 M1 Grizzley $100,000,000
25 Hercules heavy recovery vehicle - $175,000,000
25 Wolverine assault bridge system – $200,000,000
25 Armoured combat earthmovers – $120,000,000
20 LAV engineer - $120,000,000

*$719,800,000 wired*
25-01-2004, 16:53
We would like 2,000 M-61 fragmentation grenades. The 1,000,000 is en route.
No-Dachi Yo
26-01-2004, 13:02
Can we have

100 bradley linebreaker - $420,000,000
100 M548 cargo - $400,000,000
100 LAV ambulance - $320,000,000
500 RPG-7 - $7,500,000

TOTAL - $1,147,500,000
28-01-2004, 06:14
We would like

3000 M1911 pistols - $1,200,000
3000 M14 assault rifles - $3,600,000
25 M1 Grizzley $100,000,000
25 Hercules heavy recovery vehicle - $175,000,000
25 Wolverine assault bridge system – $200,000,000
25 Armoured combat earthmovers – $120,000,000
20 LAV engineer - $120,000,000

*$719,800,000 wired*

Order confirmed, expect delivery in 4 NS weeks (12 RL hours)

We would like 2,000 M-61 fragmentation grenades. The 1,000,000 is en route.

Confirmed, expect delivery in 12 NS hours (10 RL minutes)

Can we have

100 bradley linebreaker - $420,000,000
100 M548 cargo - $400,000,000
100 LAV ambulance - $320,000,000
500 RPG-7 - $7,500,000

TOTAL - $1,147,500,000

Confirmed, expect delivery in 3 NS months (1 RL day)
Bedou
28-01-2004, 11:13
100 M1 Grizzly, cost- 4 million=400,000,000
10 M9 Armored Combat Earthmover, cost- 3 million =30,000,000
10,000 Thompson M1927 "Tommy Gun", cost- 750 =7,500,000
10,000 MAC-11, cost- 1,200 =12,000,000
10,000 IMI Micro UZI, cost- 600 =6,000,000
10,000 PP-19 Bizon, cost- 1,300 =13,000,000
10,000 Saiga 12, cost- 596 =5,960,000
2,000 Browning M2HB, cost- 2,300 =4,600,000
100 Barrett M82A1, cost- 9,000=900,000
40,000 M18 Claymore, cost- 400 =16,000,000
10,000 M150 Penetrating Augmented Munition (PAM), cost- 400 =4,000,000
20,000 M61 Fragmentation Grenade, cost- 500 =10,000,000
20,000 M67 Fragmentation Grenade, cost- 400 =8,000,000
20,000 AN-M14 TH3 Incendiary Hand Grenade, cost- 700 =14,000,000
20,000 MK3A2 Concussion Grenade, cost- 500 =10,000,000
1,000 M72 LAW, cost- 8,000 =8,000,000
1,000 RPG-7, cost- 15,000 =15,000,000
500 M136 AT4, cost- 13,000 =6,500,000
100 M107 175mm, cost- 2.4 million =240,000,000
100 M992 FAASV Field Artillery Ammunition Supply Vehicle, cost---------- 4 million= 400,000,000
100 M-46 130-mm, cost- 1.3 million =130,000,000
1,000 M-29 81mm, cost- 10,000 =10,000,000
1,000 GRAD MLRS, cost- 3 million =3,000,000,000
500 T-55, cost- 3.6 million =1,800,000,000
100 T-62, cost- 3.8 million= 380,000,000
100 T-72, cost- 4.1 million =410,000,000
100 T-80, cost- 4.3 million= 430,000,000
25 T-90, cost- 4.7 million =117,500,000
100 M1059 Lynx Smoke Generator Carrier 4mill=400,000,000
100 M548 Cargo Carrier 4mill=400,000,000
100 LAV-AD (Air Defense) 3.2 million 320,000,000
100 LAV-MEWSS (Mobile Electronic Warfare Support System)3.2 million=320,000,000
500 LAV-PC (Personnel Carrier) 3.2 million=1,600,000,000
Grand total:10,528,960,000
Tokushima
28-01-2004, 11:52
The Empire of Tokushima wishes to upgrade the Military's standard side arm. We request:

750,000 - HK MK.23

------------------------------------

total $412,500,000 ***wired***
No-Dachi Yo
28-01-2004, 17:08
100 GRAD MLRS - $300,000,000
100 SMERCH MLRS - $500,000,000

*$800,000,000 wired*
No-Dachi Yo
30-01-2004, 12:21
5000 Bizon SMG - $6,500,000
9000 SPAS shotguns - $7,650,000
5000 Glock 17 - $3,250,000
1500 SA80 LSW - $6,000,000
2000 AI L96 sniper rifles - $10,000,000
30,000 M120 mortars - $330,000,000

$363,400,000 wired
01-02-2004, 04:19
50 Smerch MLRS - 250 million
500 M1A2 Abrams - 2.5 billion
100 M-109A6 Paladins - 500 million

*3.25 billion wired*
Berandia
01-02-2004, 08:05
these r for my anti terror unit-

50 hkg36c @ $1300 each=$65,000
50 spas 12 shotguns @ $850 each=$42,500
50 m1911 @$400 each=2,000

all up it equals $109,000

*money wired upon confirmation*
Gilabad
01-02-2004, 19:28
I'll buy
1,000 UMP-45s-1m.$
40 SPAS shotguns-34,000$
100 M-60s-360,000$
200 Browning M-2HBs-460,000$
3,000 Desert Eagles-3,300,000$


TOTAL
5,154,000$
03-02-2004, 01:49
I would like to buy:

2,000 M-109A6 Paladins - $5 million each

Total: $10,000,000,000
Thank you
Wazican
04-02-2004, 01:02
The nation of Wazican would like to purcahse the following weapons:

2 million m16's
2 billion

500 m4's
800 thousand

30 HK 53A3
5.1 thousand

500 SPAS-12
425 thousand
300,000 M249 SAW
1.2 billion
1,000 Barrett M82A1
9 million

30 M3 Multi-Role Anti-Armor Anti-Personnel Weapon System (MAAWS)
600 thousand

Thank you
05-02-2004, 01:09
We would like to buy:

1,000 M6 Bradley Linebacker - $4.2 million each
1,000 M2A3 Bradley - $3.2 million each
2,000 M102 105mm - $1.5 million each

Total: $10,400,000,000
thanks
Euroslavia
05-02-2004, 03:21
I must say...even though our countries are at great odds...I'm greatly impressed by your storefront. You offer, by far, the most items out of all the stores I've been to. You may take this however you want, but I do mean everything I say.
No-Dachi Yo
08-02-2004, 11:59
200 LAV Ammo carriers
100 LAV-MEWSS
100 M548 Cargo

$1,360,000,000 wired on confirmation
03-03-2004, 19:56
The Libyenian army would like to buy:

7,128,000 AK74's
7,128,000 Tokarev TT's
60,000 AKS-74u
30,000 PP-19 Bizon's
40,000 RPG-7's
80,000 TOZ-194's
20,000 Saiga 12's
10,000 PKM's
40,000 RPK-74's
25,000 Dragunov SVD's
200,000 M67 grenades
20,000 AT-4 Spigot's
25,000 AT-7's
400 M110A2's
300 PzH 2000's
600 D-30's
400 M46's
200 GRAD MLRS’
150 Smerch MLRS’
50 T-72’s
100 M60 Patton’s
350 T-80’s
320 T-90’s
450 BTR-60’s
370 BTR-70’s
340 BTR-80’s

The total cost should come to $23,538,225,000.

Money will be wired upon confirmation of delivery.
10-03-2004, 14:50
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Wazican
12-03-2004, 04:11
Greetings my nation would like to purchase the following:

1,400 M198 Howitzer's
2,000 M1A2 Abrams
500 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System's
500 M1 Grizzly's
50 XMI04 Woverine Heavy Assault Bridge System's
500 LAV-E
5,000 PLS
500 Paladin Self Propeled
500 LAV Logistics
100 LAV Ammunition Carriers
500 LAV Amblulance
500 LAV Air Defense

Total=19.6 Billion

We realize this is a large order but if possible we would like to have it as soon as possible.

Thanks
Albert Hanger
Director of Purchasing


~Money Wired Upon Confirmation~