The Dynamic Sniper Systems Sector Review of Sniper Systems for Military Forces

摘要

Military commands around the globe are awarding contracts for sniper weapons at a brisk pace. While defence forces seek to replace legacy-era weapons with new solutions, in several instances, sniper weapons are being upgraded. Aside from the orders for new and enhanced weapons, the baseline technologies for sniper weapons and their accompanying accessories are subtly evolving. New system content is allowing operators to more easily complete their missions at both long distances (greater than 1,000m) and shorter ranges, in challenging weather conditions and on increasingly complex warfare terrains. MT looks at the quickening pace of developments. According to US Army MSgt Scott Homer, Assistant Capabilities Manager for Army Capability Manager Infantry Brigade Combat Team (ACM-IBCT), snipers will continue to serve their commanders by providing him or her with long-range precision fires and counter-sniper capability, with minimal risk of collateral damage. The 2020-era sniper also provides the commander with intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) data, using their long-range optics, advanced observation and advanced communication skill-sets to greatly increase the commander's situational awareness.