AIWS (Advanced Individual Weapon System)

The AIWS is a complete weapons system, comprised of a 7.62x51mm battle rifle, a 25x59mm High Velocity airburst grenade launcher and an electronic targeting-assisted gun sight. The rifle has a standard configuration, and uses a recess in the frame behind the grenade launcher to help house the large, standard 30-round magazines. The grenade launcher utilizes electronic ignition to fire its shells, allowing up to 3 to be stacked in the barrel. The launcher’s barrel is thus used as the magazine, making it significantly smaller and lighter than other grenade launchers.