Why Sig Sauer Beat Out Glock For US Army Contract

Published on June 28, 2017
Duration: 8:10

Sig Sauer's P320 won the US Army's Modular Handgun System contract over Glock primarily due to a significantly lower bid price, exceeding $100 million less than Glock's proposal. The Army's requirements included no finger grooves, a flared magwell, and modularity, which both manufacturers addressed differently. The Sig M17 and M18 will replace the Beretta M9, with the 101st Airborne being the first unit to receive them.

Quick Summary

Sig Sauer's P320 won the US Army's Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract over Glock primarily due to a significantly lower bid price, estimated to be over $100 million less than Glock's proposal. The GAO report detailed this cost difference as a major deciding factor.

Chapters

  1. 00:00GAO Report Overview: Sig vs Glock Army Contract
  2. 00:49US Army MHS Requirements Explained
  3. 02:46Glock MHS Submission Features & Design
  4. 05:19The Deciding Factor: Cost Analysis
  5. 06:46Army Service Rollout: M17 & M18

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Sig Sauer's P320 win the US Army contract over Glock?

Sig Sauer's P320 won the US Army's Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract primarily due to a significantly lower bid price, estimated to be over $100 million less than Glock's proposal. The GAO report detailed this cost difference as a major deciding factor.

What were the key requirements for the US Army's Modular Handgun System (MHS)?

The US Army's MHS requirements specified features such as no finger grooves on the grip, a flared magazine well for easier reloads, and a modular design adaptable for different hand sizes. Both Sig Sauer and Glock submitted designs intended to meet these criteria.

How did Glock's MHS submission differ from Sig Sauer's P320?

Glock submitted a hybrid pistol using a G19 slide on a shortened G17 frame, featuring an external ambidextrous safety and extended 22-round magazines. Sig Sauer submitted variants of their P320 pistol, which also met the Army's requirements for modularity and specific grip features.

Which pistols are replacing the Beretta M9 in US Army service?

The Sig Sauer M17 (full-size) and M18 (compact) pistols are replacing the Beretta M9 sidearm. The M9 has been the standard issue pistol for the US Army since 1985, making this a significant transition.

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