SPECNOTE 0001 Attachment 1

Area of Interest

N0016425SCA001

Miniature Aiming System (MAS) Machine Gun Optic (MGO)

3 June 2025

PROBLEM STATEMENT

The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) Special Operations Forces (SOF) seeks a miniature aiming system designed to enable end users to take full advantage of the capabilities provided to them by the newly developed .338 Norma Magnum Light Machine Gun Medium (LMG M). The LMG M is designed to bridge the capability gap between the M2 HMG and the M240 MMG. Achieving the desired long-range precision and operational effectiveness requires a new miniature aiming system that overcomes key challenges in engaging targets out to 2000 meters during the day:

Maintaining Sight Picture During Recoil: The aiming system must provide a generous eye box to facilitate rapid target acquisition and maintain sight picture despite the substantial recoil generated by sustained fire with the .338 Norma Magnum cartridge. Withstanding High Round Counts: The system must withstand the intense vibrations and shock associated with prolonged firing, ensuring reliability throughout extended deployments. Adapting to Dynamic Engagements: Rapid magnification adjustment is essential for quickly transitioning between targets at varying distances, enabling operators to effectively engage threats in dynamic combat scenarios. Enabling Accurate Long-Range Targeting: The system must offer sufficient magnification power to accurately acquire and engage targets out to 2000m. Minimizing Operator Burden: The aiming system's size and weight must be minimized to enhance operator mobility and maneuverability during dismounted operations, ensuring the weapon system remains agile and effective in challenging terrain. Simplifying Long-Range Aiming: The system must have a reticle design that is familiar and easy to use, simplifying range estimation and aiming corrections.

PROPOSED SOLUTION

A solution brief’s Technical Merit and Relevance will be based on the ability to meet the primary attributes and the cumulative evaluation of the secondary attributes/capabilities: Primary MGO Attributes:
Exit Pupil: ≥ 5mm at maximum magnification.
Eye Relief: ≥ 2.75 in.
FOV: ≥2 degrees at maximum magnification.
Size: < 79 cubic inches with length ≤ 10 inch.
Weight: < 40 oz.
Reticle: Illuminated BDC designed for .338 Norma Magnum with a daylight bright central aim point. Mounting: Secure attachment to MIL-STD-1913 rail.
Magnification: The MGO should have selectable internal magnification with a low power magnification between 1x and 4x and high-power magnification greater than or equal to 8x.