MHS Contract Awarded To The SIG Sauer P320 / M17 (Filmed at Ventura Munitions HQ)

Published on January 20, 2017
Duration: 8:22

SIG Sauer's P320 was awarded the MHS contract, replacing the Beretta M9. The P320's modularity, featuring a serialized internal chassis, allows for various configurations and cost-effective repairs. Competitors like Glock, Smith & Wesson, and Remington were considered, with specific MHS requirements like Picatinny rails influencing the decision.

Quick Summary

The SIG Sauer P320, designated the M17, won the US Army's $580 million Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract, replacing the Beretta M9. Its key advantage is modularity, allowing different sizes via a serialized chassis and offering cost-effective maintenance.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: MHS Contract Awarded to SIG Sauer P320
  2. 00:17Contract Details: P320 Replaces Beretta M9
  3. 01:41MHS Requirements & Competitor Analysis (Glock)
  4. 03:49Other Competitors: S&W M&P 2.0, Remington RP9
  5. 05:28Contract Scope: Guns, Parts, Training & Transition
  6. 07:13Maintenance & Cost Efficiency of P320 Design

Frequently Asked Questions

What pistol did the US Army select for the Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract?

The US Army awarded the Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract to SIG Sauer for their P320 pistol, designated as the M17. This decision replaced the long-serving Beretta M9.

What makes the SIG Sauer P320 suitable for the MHS contract?

The P320's modularity is a key advantage. It utilizes a serialized internal chassis that allows for easy configuration changes (full-size, compact, sub-compact) and simpler, more cost-effective maintenance and repairs.

What were some key requirements for the MHS contract?

Essential MHS requirements included modularity, non-reflective finishes, and the integration of a Picatinny rail. These specifications influenced the selection process among competing firearm manufacturers.

How does the P320's modularity impact maintenance costs?

The P320's design allows for inexpensive replacement of parts like grip modules (around $40). This is significantly more cost-effective than replacing an entire serialized frame, as required by some older handgun designs.

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