L-3's press release on the news:
L-3 MPRI Launches Branching Capability in 390 Series Firearm Training Simulator
New 390v6 provides highly interactive, portable, untethered training for law enforcement and military personnel
ALEXANDRIA, Va., September 1, 2010 – L-3 MPRI, a global leader in training services and simulator-based training products, announced today that it has launched the 390v6 judgmental shoot/no-shoot firearm training simulator, which delivers portable, deployable, untethered firearm training in a completely risk-free environment. This highly interactive system features a new branching capability that immediately responds to trainee input or instructor commands for a wholly realistic experience.
L-3 MPRI’s 390v6 simulator allows instructors to work closely with trainees in quickly identifying and improving upon weaknesses using a variety of scenarios with convincing dry fire. By achieving trainee readiness with the use of fewer live rounds, the 390v6 saves both time and money. It also gives organizations the opportunity to increase training for marksmen who might not otherwise receive more than the required minimum of live practice rounds.
“The 390v6 enables law enforcement and military personnel to routinely conduct effective marksmanship and judgmental training scenarios that are too costly or impractical to be conducted often in the field,” said Bob Garner, senior vice president and general manager of MPRI’s Training Technology Group. “Whether used for pure marksmanship training or for shoot/no shoot judgmental training, the 390v6 offers trainees the opportunity to thoroughly practice their skills in a totally flexible and safe setting so that they can learn more and qualify faster.”
When using the 390v6 simulator, users can choose from several live-action videos or create unique scenarios using standard video formats to practice judgmental situations in any work environment. The system now includes a customized version of VirTra Systems’ proprietary video branching simulation software, as well as VirTra’s self-authoring software, which enables customers to create unique training scenarios for their exact requirements.
The 390v6 can be fully utilized in a limited space, requiring only a flat wall for projection. Its basic mode features full-size targets that can be set up in a firing range configuration, as well as a variety of fundamental skill-building exercises to help build and maintain marksmanship. Trainees use their own department-issued firearms, which remain untethered during training. Adding MPRI’s SafeShot® blanks and barrels provides recoil to complete the true-to-life training experience.
About L-3 MPRI
Headquartered in Alexandria, Va., L-3 MPRI is a recognized global leader in national security, law enforcement, the environment, international development and public health programs – both domestically and abroad. All of MPRI’s products, people and programs are governed by the division’s commitment to quality and ethics. For further information, please visit the company’s website at www.mpri.com.
About L-3 Communications
Headquartered in New York City, L-3 Communications employs approximately 67,000 people worldwide and is a prime contractor in C3ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) systems, aircraft modernization and maintenance, and government services. L-3 is also a leading provider of a broad range of electronic systems used on military and commercial platforms. The company reported 2009 sales of $15.6 billion. To learn more about L-3, please visit the company’s website at www.L-3com.com.
About VirTra Systems, Inc.
Headquartered in Tempe, Ariz., VirTra Systems is a recognized global leader in firearms training simulator software and products. For further information, please visit the company’s website at www.virtra.com.
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