There are many reasons why the US Military is the most effective fighting forces in the world. Behind its warrior ethos lies a legion of companies and tech geniuses dedicated to providing our war fighters with the best battlefield tech imaginable. A company that lives in this space is B.E. Meyers & Co. Today, it has been awarded a contract for 8,936 DAGIR‑V1 systems by the U.S. Army’s PM Soldier Lethality (PM SL), under the Capability Program Executive – Ground Soldier Systems (CPE‑G), to fulfill the US Army’s specific needs in the M7 Surrogate Fire Control Program.
The DAGIR series of infrared and visible aiming and illumination laser systems is an advanced VCSEL-based system and is designed for multi-platform applications. This order will be delivered in GFY2027 through an order via the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Tailored Logistics Support (TLS) program.
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The DAGIR family of advanced, multi-platform laser systems constitutes B.E. Meyers & Co.’s latest generation of photonic solutions for Near Infrared (NIR) illumination and aiming on weapon platforms. The U.S. Army’s selection of the DAGIR-V1, following testing, evaluation, and Soldier feedback, further establishes the DAGIR as the premier advanced multi-platform aiming laser. “Following our deliveries of MAWL-X1 systems to the DoW in previous years, we are honored to continue our support of the US Army with our DAGIR laser system. These systems, proudly American-made, ensure that our Warfighters have multi-function laser technology that supports the clarity, speed, and precision of modern night lethality needs,” said Matthew Meyers, CEO and second-generation owner of B.E. Meyers & Co.
Multi‑Function Aiming and Illumination Technology
The DAGIR series of lasers represents a major advancement in multi‑function aiming and illumination technology, combining a Near‑Infrared illuminator with both NIR and visible aiming lasers in a compact, ruggedized system. Designed through advanced optical engineering, the DAGIR series delivers exceptional illumination quality, ergonomic operation, and a refined form factor. USSOCOM previously selected the DAGIR‑V1 under the SAL‑UHP program, designated the LA‑30 with NSN 5855-01-724-3043. The DAGIR‑V2 features an additional visual laser override button and has also been adopted by USSOCOM under the Miniature Aiming Laser – Ultra High Power (MAL‑UHP) contract.
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The U.S. Army selected DAGIR-V1 as a versatile, weapon-mounted NIR/visible pointer and NIR illuminator engineered for demanding operational requirements. Its over-bore 40 mW IR pointer and dual 350 mW VCSEL-based IR illuminators deliver consistent performance through dense photonic barriers and in high ambient light environments. The laser system’s best-in-class human-machine ergonomic interface enables soldiers to adjust beam divergence and output without removing their hand from the weapon. All optical and electronic components are fully sealed within a compact, durable aluminum housing designed to withstand extreme environmental and mission-specific stresses.
MINIRVA Diode System
At the core of the DAGIR-V1 is the MINIRVA diode system, utilizing advanced VCSEL (Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser) technology to achieve exceptional beam precision and clarity. This evolutionarily advanced VCSEL core provides sharper beam projection and more defined illumination, improving target identification, situational awareness, and threat assessment across diverse operational environments.
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DAGIR-V1
The DAGIR’s unique capabilities integrate seamlessly with the U.S. Army’s ongoing modernization efforts in visual augmentation systems and next-generation small arms programs. As a U.S. Army veteran-operated company, B.E. Meyers & Co. is proud to support the enhancement of U.S. Army Soldiers’ night fighting capabilities and remains committed to delivering the best possible advanced photonic systems for the warfighter.
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