The Weaponlight Surefire Doesn't Want to Talk About

Published on February 27, 2024
Duration: 13:05

The Surefire M720V RAID, a dual-spectrum weaponlight that won a USSOCOM contract, was discontinued due to complexity, high cost, and potential interference issues. Despite its advanced features like integrated white and IR output, its commercial failure stemmed from a $799 MSRP and intricate switchology, making it impractical for most users.

Quick Summary

The Surefire M720V RAID was a dual-spectrum weaponlight that won a USSOCOM contract but was discontinued due to its complexity, high cost ($799.95 MSRP), and potential interference issues, making it impractical for commercial use.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: The M720V RAID
  2. 00:59Naming and Vampire (IR) Features
  3. 01:26History: SOCOM Contract Win
  4. 03:22Media and Real-World Use
  5. 04:51Design Flaws: Complexity & Weight
  6. 06:40Complex Switchology Explained
  7. 10:07Theories on Discontinuation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Surefire M720V RAID?

The Surefire M720V RAID is a dual-spectrum weaponlight that won a USSOCOM contract. It features both white light and infrared (IR) output without external filters, but was discontinued due to complexity and cost.

Why was the Surefire M720V RAID discontinued?

The M720V RAID was discontinued primarily due to its high complexity, significant weight, and a high MSRP of $799.95. These factors made it impractical for the commercial market, despite its military contract success.

What does the 'V' stand for in Surefire M720V?

The 'V' in the Surefire M720V designation stands for 'Vampire.' This indicates that the weaponlight is a dual-spectrum device, capable of emitting both visible white light and infrared (IR) light without the need for separate filters.

What were the technical specifications of the Surefire M720V RAID?

The M720V RAID offered white light output of 150 lumens (High), 15 lumens (Med), and 1 lumen (Low). Its IR output was 120 mW (High), 40 mW (Med), and 1 mW (Low). It used two CR123A batteries and weighed 9.6 oz.

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