“See Without a Sound”: New 2-Pound Goggles Let US Marines Hunt in Total Darkness With Stealth Precision Never Seen Before
In a groundbreaking move to enhance nighttime combat capabilities, the US Marine Corps has awarded a $112 million contract to Elbit Systems of America for the production of advanced night vision goggles, promising a significant tactical advantage in low-light and no-light conditions.
Eirwen Williams May 19, 2025 at 6:12 AM9
IN A NUTSHELL
🌌 The US Marine Corps has awarded a $112 million contract to Elbit Systems of America to produce advanced night vision goggles.
🔍 The Squad Binocular Night Vision Goggle (SBNVG) system enhances situational awareness with superior nighttime viewing capabilities.
🚗 The SBNVG system is versatile, aiding in urban warfare, safe night driving, and reconnaissance missions.
🛡️ Training with the SBNVG prepares Marines for night missions, improving their readiness and operational effectiveness.
The modern battlefield is constantly evolving, and with it, the need for advanced technology that provides tactical advantages. The US Marine Corps is taking significant strides to enhance its nighttime operational capabilities by investing in cutting-edge equipment. A recent example is their $112 million contract with Elbit Systems of America to produce Squad Binocular Night Vision Goggle (SBNVG) systems. These state-of-the-art goggles are designed to help Marines detect and engage targets in low-light and no-light conditions, offering a critical edge during missions around the globe.
Enhanced Situational Awareness for US Marines
The SBNVG system is a technological marvel that significantly enhances the situational awareness of US Marines. It integrates the AN/PVS-31D (F5032) night vision goggle with the Optics 1 Enhanced Clip-On Thermal Imager (E-COTI), providing superior nighttime viewing across various environments. With Gen 3 Gated Pinnacle tubes, the goggles offer optimum resolution and high gain, supporting a 40° nominal field of view and 1X magnification.
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