Many years back, I was introduced to 5.11 apparel. It was good, rugged, and well-suited for my profession at the time, Law Enforcement. Today’s 5.11 apparel is light-years beyond what I wore then. Today, 5.11 has dedicated people gathering real insight into what professionals in the field need. Thanks to those people, the 5.11 V.XI XTU MC Pants are available to everyone who needs a strong and versatile set of pants, not a sales pitch. I appreciate the fact that they just work — day after day, job after job, whether you’re wrenching in the garage, running a training day, or stepping into a role where gear failure isn’t an option. They’re built tough, move naturally, and carry a quiet professionalism that fits almost anywhere. What makes these pants stand out is how easily they blend into daily life while still offering the performance of true duty-ready gear. They’re a natural fit for:– SWAT and tactical teams– Patrol officers– Fire/EMS– Tradesmen and mechanics– Range instructors– Outdoor enthusiastsThey’re clean enough for everyday wear but engineered for people who actually use their equipment. The XTU MCs are built to take abuse — crawling, climbing, kneeling, dragging gear, or working around sharp edges…
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To survive on the modern battlefield, paratroopers are adapting to fight the unseen battle on the radio waves. Phantom Platoon provides a unique Cyber and Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA) capability for 16 Air Assault Brigade, the British Army’s global response force. CEMA brings together electronic warfare, cyber operations, and spectrum management. The…
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INKAS® proudly announces the addition of the all-new Armored BMW 760i to its growing global fleet of premium protected vehicles. As demand for discreet executive protection continues to rise, INKAS® is further strengthening its lineup with a distinctive luxury sedan platform engineered to deliver certified ballistic protection. Based on BMW’s…
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MoreSydney, Australia – 31 March 2026 – DroneShield (ASX:DRO), a global leader in counter-drone technology solutions, along with Origin Robotics, a defence technology company specialising in advanced autonomous systems, announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), to formally progress joint collaboration across defence and security projects. Both companies…
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The Iran War entered its 33rd day on Wednesday as President Donald Trump claimed that Iran’s president had requested a ceasefire but said the U.S. would not consider it unless the Strait of Hormuz was reopened, declaring in a Truth Social post: “Until then, we are blasting Iran into oblivion…
New!!! FM 3-0, Operations – Gen Alpha Edition! New times call for new doctrinal approaches! This new publication supplements FM 3-0 by taking all of its essential elements and repackages it to reach the next generation of warfighters! Check it out here. Read the full article here
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NIOA Announces Deal with GDOTS on Apache Rockets Collaboration Australian weapons and munitions prime NIOA and US aerospace and defence company General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GDOTS) have signed an agreement to collaborate on the potential supply of 70mm rockets to equip the Australian Army’s new Apache helicopters. An…
The Iran war entered its 32nd day on Tuesday as President Donald Trump signaled the U.S. will not move to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran closed after U.S.–Israeli attacks on February 28. Addressing foreign governments affected by the disruption on Truth Social, Trump said countries that “can’t get…
The Barrett America’s 250th Series is now shipping in limited quantities to distributors nationwide. Customers are encouraged to contact their preferred dealer for availability. If not currently in stock, dealers can request units through their distributor. With extremely limited production, availability will be short. Interested customers are encouraged to act…
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SUKON Suppressor Direct Action Covers from LiteFighter Tactical Purpose-built for high-demand shooters, this rugged, heat-resistant cover protects your suppressor while reducing mirage and keeping performance consistent during sustained fire. Designed to hold up in the field, it’s ready for any tactical environment. Length Options: 4 in to 12 in (in…
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Schofield Barracks, Hawaii (March 30, 2026) – Two U.S. Army divisions, dozens of industry partners, and multiple Army program offices have joined forces to help expedite the Army’s command and control and networking transformation. Both divisions are leveraging a series of operational training events to experiment with Next Generation Command…
Düsseldorf-based Rheinmetall AG and the Spanish technology Group Indra have signed a memorandum of understanding to further deepen their strategic cooperation, particularly in the production of military vehicle systems for European and Latin American Armed Forces. The next step is to establish a joint venture later this year in order…
Panteao Productions has launched a new website. Many in the industry already know Make Ready TV, our streaming platform. What some may not realize is that Panteao Productions is the video production company behind it. Panteao Productions was founded in 2009 as a firearms industry specific video production company built…

