TASER(R) International Introduces the X-Rail Mounting System
PRNewswire (10/29/2004 11:45 AM ET)

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 29 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TASER International, Inc. , a market leader in advanced non-lethal devices announced today the public introduction of the TASER X-Rail(TM) System. The X-Rail is a mounting system that attaches the TASER X26 non-lethal conducted energy weapon to military and law enforcement rifles through a Picatinny Rail, an accessory that allows the attachment of items such as lights, sighting systems, and now the TASER X26. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20041029/LAF026A )

The X-Rail was originally developed by TASER International to support the US military efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan. The X-Rail provides an integrated, scalable non-lethal capability to the M4 and M16 platforms. The integration of the TASER X-Rail and X26 into the M4/M16 allows the soldier to make split second transitioning from lethal to non-lethal force when dealing with engagements mixed with enemy combatants and unarmed or lightly armed individuals.

Based upon feedback that TASER International has received from field use, enhancements have been made to the system, including a quick release mechanism that will now allow it to be mounted anywhere on the forearm of the weapon, resulting in a system that is roughly half the size of the original design. These enhancements and tactical applications of the X-Rail make it a perfect fit for the law enforcement community, both domestically and abroad. In addition to the M4 and M16, the X-Rail will mount on most weapon systems that feature the Picatinny Rail Interface, including the H&K MP5, one of the most prevalent entry weapons used by Special Response and SWAT teams.

"We are excited to introduce the new X-rail system which has seen great success in military application for the last few months of test and evaluations, resulting in a follow-on purchase by the U.S. Military of several hundred X-Rails" said Rick Smith, CEO of TASER International. "This development allows military and law enforcement SWAT teams the opportunity to have a dual use platform for their entry weapons. Moreover, given the nature of the military's current policing environments overseas, this can provide military personnel a non-lethal force option in areas mixed with combatants and civilians," stated Mr. Smith.

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