US DHS awards Firearms Simulator delivery contract to VirTra

VirTra Systems has been awarded a contract from the US Department of Homeland Security to deliver Firearms Simulator systems.

Under the $5.96m contract, the company will deliver its V-300 simulator systems, in addition to VirTra V-Author software package and other accessories.

VirTra regional manager Ryan Bray said: "The safety of the officers who protect our borders as well as those they encounter on a daily basis is very important to VirTra and we look forward to a long-term relationship with Customs and Border Protection."

Multiple systems delivered as part of the contract will be adopted within the Customs and Border Protection network of facilities to train field agents and officers tasked with defending the nation’s borders.

VirTra general manager Jason Mulcahy said: "VirTra’s dedication to enhancing the capabilities of our products to meet the ever-changing real world scenarios for our customers is unequalled in the industry.

"VirTra’s objective is to continue to utilise cutting edge technology coupled with the latest training techniques to prepare for the challenges our customers will face in the field.

Claimed to be the highest standard for law enforcement force options and firearms training, the V-300 comprises five screens and a 300-degree fully immersive training platform ensuring each minute in the simulator transforms into real-world skills.