Videos tagged with FLIR

This entry details a 160th SOAR pilot's account of neutralizing a Scud TEL launcher in Western Iraq using an MH-60L DAP helicopter equipped with an M134 Minigun. The narrative highlights the intense, low-altitude engagement, emphasizing the critical decision-making process and the effectiveness of the minigun in a close-proximity scenario. The pilot's first-hand combat experience and technical knowledge underscore the high-stakes nature of Special Operations missions.

This video demonstrates the visual differences when observing a target at 35 meters in low light conditions using various night vision and thermal technologies. It highlights the limitations of standard night vision without supplemental light and the superior detection capabilities of thermal imagers, particularly with advanced color palettes like 'red hot'.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Flyer 72, a light tactical vehicle developed for Special Operations Command. It highlights the vehicle's origins, its unique center-drive configuration, modular weapon mounting capabilities, and advanced sensor suites. The presentation emphasizes its adaptability and suitability for various operational platforms, showcasing its role in modern special operations.

This video features SERE instructor Mitch Wiuff detailing essential gear for Search and Rescue (SAR) operations. He emphasizes being an asset, not a liability, and highlights the importance of both traditional skills and modern technology like SDRs for radio direction finding. Key gear includes specialized signaling devices, a well-equipped pack, and robust cutting tools, underscoring that training is paramount over equipment.

This video introduces the new Lo-Tox SLX Suppressors from SIG SAUER, highlighting their advanced technology for reducing harmful backflow by 75%. It emphasizes the improved shooting experience offered by these next-generation suppressors and uses FLIR heat sensor technology to visually demonstrate the benefits.

This guide details the operation of the AGM Asp-Micro TM160, a budget-friendly thermal monocular. It covers powering on, selecting thermal modes, using features like hot-spot marking and basic rangefinding, and recording capabilities. The video emphasizes that while thermal excels in contrast for detection, it has limitations for navigation and shooting due to lag and lack of terrain detail, making it best suited for static observation tasks. The speaker, an established gear reviewer, provides practical insights into its use cases and limitations.

This video provides a direct comparison of three thermal monoculars: the FLIR Breach, Infiray ML-19, and Infiray E6 PRO v2.0. The content focuses on showcasing these devices side-by-side, likely highlighting their features, performance, and potential use cases for observing in low-light or nighttime conditions. Links to purchase each model are provided in the description, suggesting a review or informational content for consumers interested in thermal imaging technology.

Carl Erickson discusses the evolution of red dot sights, comparing early rifle optics like the C-More and Reflex sights to modern enclosed red dots. He explains how issues like snow and rain on exposed emitters led to the adoption of enclosed optics on combat rifles and predicts a similar shift for pistols. He also touches on the reasons behind FLIR's decision to stop selling thermal optics to civilians, attributing it to customer service demands from military contracts versus civilian returns.

This video reports on an alleged discontinuation of civilian sales for FLIR thermal weapon sights, effective January 20th. The decision is reportedly driven by board members and shareholders who are anti-gun and anti-hunting, believing these sights should be exclusive to law enforcement and military. This move could significantly impact civilians seeking thermal optics for hunting, self-defense, or perimeter defense.

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This TFBTV video covers FLIR's new Thermosight Pro dedicated rifle thermal scopes, the PTS Series, introduced at SHOT Show 2019. Brannon LeBouef speaks with Shannon from FLIR about the scopes, which are available with 19mm, 50mm, and 75mm lenses. The description also details TFBTV's monthly Patreon giveaways for supporters, including guns and Blue Alpha Gear belts, and provides links to their social media and Discord server.

This video is a product spotlight from the 2018 SHOT Show, focusing on the FLIR Breach monocular, a new thermal imager. Rachel Kopczyk explores the FLIR booth to showcase this "world's 6th sense" technology. The video also includes promotional links to FLIR and the NSSF SHOT Show's social media and website.