Qioptiq once again showed a comprehensive range of products at DVD.
The DRAGON-S12
The DRAGON-S12 is the new In-line Thermal Sight designed specifically for sharpshooter and sniper applications. Part of the latest development in thermal imaging technology from Qioptiq the sight provides snipers with 24hr surveillance and target engagement capability – utilising a state of the art 640×480 format 12µm, 60Hz uncooled thermal sensor coupled with a near silent shutter, delivering class leading sensitivity and uniformity and delivers world leading performance and reliability.
DRAGON-S12 attaches to Picatinny and NATO accessory rails in front of the day sight via a quick release throw lever, providing 24hr capability without the need to remove or re-zero the day sight.
The DRAGON-C12
DRAGON-C12 is a high-performance thermal weapon sight delivered within a lightweight and rugged housing that is designed for reliable continuous operation in dismounted combat conditions.
The latest LWIR in-line thermal sight from Excelitas with bluetooth connectivity.
- Compact and ultra lightweight
- integrated with a wide range of optical day sights
- Boresight stability guaranteed
- MMI designed for ease of use
Specification
The all aluminium construction ensures structural rigidity and good integration and compatibility with surrounding systems. Boresight stability is guaranteed through state of the art optical design and lens mounting techniques. Simplicity is key – controls have been designed and positioned for ease of access and MMI designed for ease of use.
TALON Fused Weapon Sight – Image Intensifier / Thermal Imager
TALON is a dual-channel optically Fused Weapon Sight product from Excelitas providing the dismounted close-combat user with an enhanced, multi-waveband detect / recognize / identify capability. TALON is a fully qualified military weapon sight specifically designed for short- and medium-range surveillance and target engagement.
Talon combines the latest Image Intensification and Uncooled Thermal Imaging capability in a compact and lightweight ruggedized package. It is fitted with a 12 micron, 60 Hz uncooled thermal sensor coupled with a near-silent shutter, delivering best-in-class sensitivity, uniformity and system latency in an ITAR free package.
*TALON provides a low power architecture and is operated from just 2 commercially available Lithium AA batteries . Attaching to Picatinny or NATO accessory rails in front of the day sight via a quick-release throw lever, TALON provides 24 hr capability without the need to remove or re-zero the day sight.
As a principal designer and manufacturer of infra-red, image intensified and fused night vision equipment supplying the worlds militaries – with more than 100,000 individual night sights in service with over 58 different countries. Qioptiq has recognised the recent shifting trend to the In-Line configuration. This gives the User the ability to retain his conventional optical day sight, rather than replace it, and therefore retain the zero and other MMI settings that the User is familiar with.
BATTLESPACE Editor Julian Nettlefold fired all the Qioptiq sights at the July Close Combat Symposium (CCS) Rangeday at COTC in July. The Editor was impressed with the greater clarity given by the new 12 micron system which was a step ahead of the technology of the previous models shown at CCS in 2019. Surprising himself, the Editor achieved 100% hits on target!