Barrett Firearms Manufacturing just announced its next evolution of military firepower. The Barrett Squad Support Rifle System, or SSRS, serves as an entrant into the U.S. Army’s Precision Grenadier System (PGS) Program.

Barrett Squad Support Rifle System (SSRS)

Unveiled at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C., the SSRS design aims to meet the evolving needs of the American warfighter for modern combat. To accomplish this mission, Barrett teamed up with MARS Inc., a tech start-up and finalist in the U.S. Army’s xTechSoldier Lethality competition. The strategic collaboration brings two innovators together in soldier lethality systems to develop a next-generation 30mm support rifle.

“We are excited to be working with Barrett, the world’s premier soldier weapons manufacturer, to mature our 30mm Support Rifle System for the U.S. Army’s PGS Program,” Michael Merino, President of MARS Inc, said. “Together, we’re developing a solution that will greatly enhance the soldier’s ability to engage a wide range of battlefield threats.”

The SSRS offers soldiers an advanced counter-defilade capability and the ability to defeat Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and dismounted soldier targets. Barrett heads a team of industry-leading partners to develop the cutting-edge system optimized for lethality.

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“Barrett will bring together a team of innovative partners to deliver a PGS solution that incorporates unique technologies optimizing lethality and soldier safety,” Bryan James, CEO of Barrett, said. “The SSRS is a key part of our expanded product line, offering new capabilities that enhance the effectiveness of allied forces on the battlefield.”  

The U.S. Army announced the launch of the PGS program in August at Picatinny Arsenal. The SSRS is positioned to play a critical role, according to Barrett.

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