Course Loadout: Lvl-1 Intro to Night Vision by Cuyval Dar Inc.

Published on March 8, 2021
Duration: 12:57

This video details a comprehensive night vision course loadout used by Kit Badger for a Level 1 Introduction to Night Vision course by Cuyval Dar Inc. The loadout emphasizes increased capability and cost, featuring a Prometheus Design Works CC12 bag, Arbor Arms battle belt with various pouches, Black Point Tactical holster, Smith Optics ballistic lenses, Surefire hearing protection, and Outdoor Research gloves. The headborne system includes a ProTac helmet with a Norotos mount, housing an L3 filmless white phosphorus NVG tube. Weapon systems include a Glock 17 Gen 3 with a Streamlight Vir-2 and Holosun 507C X2 ACSS optic, and a KAC KP-15 rifle with a Ballistic Advantage upper, KAC Lynx suppressor, Aimpoint CompM5, and Steiner OTAL-A IR laser.

Quick Summary

The reviewer's night vision loadout for a Level 1 course features an L3 filmless Gen 3 white phosphorus NVG tube, a significant upgrade for enhanced visual detail. Weapon systems include a Glock 17 Gen 3 with a Streamlight Vir-2 and Holosun 507C X2 ACSS, and a KAC KP-15 rifle with an Aimpoint CompM5 and Steiner OTAL-A IR laser.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction & Course Overview
  2. 00:52Bag: Prometheus Design Works CC12
  3. 01:20Belt Setup: Arbor Arms Battle Belt
  4. 02:10Medical: Live the Creed IFAC
  5. 02:19Holster: Black Point Tactical
  6. 02:54PPE: Smith Optics, Surefire Hearing Protection, Outdoor Research Gloves
  7. 03:40Helmet & NVG Mount: ProTac Helmet, Norotos Mount
  8. 04:28Night Vision Device: PBS 14 (L3 Filmless WP)
  9. 05:00Pistol: Glock 17 Gen 3
  10. 05:07Pistol Optic/Laser: Streamlight Vir-2
  11. 05:34Pistol Optic: Holosun 507C X2 ACSS
  12. 06:06Ammunition: G9 Bullets Training Ammo
  13. 06:34Rifle: KAC KP-15
  14. 06:50Rifle Upper & BCG: Ballistic Advantage, Surefire SOCOM
  15. 07:04Rifle Suppressor: KAC Lynx
  16. 07:13Rifle Optic: Aimpoint CompM5 on ADM Riser
  17. 07:36Rifle Laser: Steiner OTAL-A
  18. 07:55Rifle Light: Surefire M600 Vampire
  19. 08:16Rifle Accessories: True North Concepts, Edgar Sherman Design Sling
  20. 08:28Loadout Review & Capability Increase
  21. 10:53Helmet & NVG Upgrade Impressions
  22. 11:12NVG Tube Upgrade Impressions
  23. 11:55Conclusion & Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary function of the Streamlight Vir-2 on the Glock 17 pistol?

The Streamlight Vir-2 serves as the primary aiming system, offering switchable white light, IR flood, and IR laser capabilities. This allows for versatile target acquisition and engagement in both visible and infrared spectrums during night operations.

What type of night vision tube was used, and why is it considered an upgrade?

The reviewer used an L3 filmless Gen 3 white phosphorus tube. This is considered a significant upgrade over older Gen 2 green phosphorus tubes due to its enhanced capability, providing better visual detail and refinement of the image.

What are the key components of the rifle loadout for the night vision course?

The rifle loadout features a KAC KP-15 lower, a Ballistic Advantage 16-inch upper with an adjustable gas block, a KAC Lynx suppressor, an Aimpoint CompM5 optic on an ADM riser, and a Steiner OTAL-A IR laser with a Surefire M600 Vampire weapon light.

How does the ProTac helmet and Norotos mount improve the night vision experience?

The ProTac helmet is a comfortable and stable platform for NVG mounting, featuring a shroud and rails. The Norotos mount allows for adjustable vertical positioning of the night vision device, enabling easier deployment and stowage.

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