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Early Decision Approves Army LRIP For Rifleman, Manpack Radios

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Thursday, June 30th, 2011

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The Joint Tactical Radio System Handheld, Manpack, Small Form Fit (JTRS HMS) Program successfully achieved Milestone C two months ahead of schedule, a critical acquisition milestone authorizing the first Low Rate Initial Production lot of Rifleman and Manpack radios, program officials said. "This milestone marks an important step for the core capability we will be providing the individual soldier, marine, airman and sailor. The increased situational awareness created by the HMS radios will significantly improve our warriors' lethality and survivability,"…

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