9 juin 2023 | International, C4ISR

Leonardo DRS Awarded $94 Million Contract for Advanced Infrared Weapon Sights for Army Snipers

Under the contract, Leonardo DRS will produce the advanced system known as the Family of Weapon Sights – Sniper, Improved Night / Day Observation Device Block III

https://www.epicos.com/article/764272/leonardo-drs-awarded-94-million-contract-advanced-infrared-weapon-sights-army-snipers

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