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Russia considers buying high-tech infantry kit for its special forces

French company Safran has shown new infantry kits at Eurosatory, the world’s largest arms fair for land forces under way near Paris. Comfortable boots, a bulletproof vest and a helmet with a built-in digital screen are only some of the advantages of the FELIN high-tech infantry kit. It also includes a computer, a built-in GPS transmitter and advanced optronics-enhanced weaponry system that relays information to the unit commander in real time.French Captain Julien Morez says the 27-kilogram suit is very comfortable.Representatives of the Russian General Staff intend to discuss buying the kits for its special forces.



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