SWAT Equipment

M4A1
Weighting just 5.65 pounds, the M4A1 is a lightweight, shoulder fired .223 caliber carbine capable of semi-auto and full automatic fire. The flat top design, with a removable carry handle, can be outfitted with various sighting systems. The sight configuration of choice for LAPD SWAT is the standard A2 back sights with a tritium glow in the dark front sight.

The Surefire Millennium M500A flashlight system is mounted on the upper right side of the 14.5 inch 1/7 twist barrel. The flashlight system's on / off pressure switch is fully integrated into the M4 handguards.

M4A1 Primary Ammo
.223 Caliber Hollow Point
When fired from the 14.5 inch barrel the 55 grain, hollow point bullet has a muzzle velocity of approximately 2800-2900 feet per second. The M4A1's anodized aluminum constructed magazine holds 30 rounds of .223 ammunition.

M4A1 Secondary Ammo
Atlantis Arms Punch
The Atlantis Arms is a less then lethal lead shot acrylic bag. This non-penetrating ammunition is designed to disperse it's velocity over a broad surface area. Velocity of the "punch" is 500 feet per second; range is 25 to 100 ft.

Heckler & Koch MP5
The MP5 is a select-fire submachine gun, chambered for pistol-size 9mm cartridges. The MP5 fires from a closed bolt during all modes of fire, protecting the gun from water, dirt, and sand.

The MP5 is seventeen and three quarter inches long and finished in matte black baked enamel. It's outfitted with Trijicon tritium "glow in the dark" sights and a three point tactical sling. A dedicated Surefire flashlight system capable of 15,000 candle power is fully integrated into the forearm.

The trigger mechanism is integrated in the grip of the MP5. There are three selector lever positions on the MP5; safe, single and sustained. The MP5 can fire 800 rounds per minute in sustained fire.

MP5 Primary Ammo
9mm Jacketed Hollow Point
The 9mm 147 grain JHP is designed to expand upon impact. The muzzle velocity of the hollowpoint is 1010 feet per second; muzzle energy is 333 foot pounds.

MP5 Secondary Ammo
9mm Full Metal Jacket
The 9mm 115 grain FMJ bullet emphasizes penetration over expansion. This type of bullet is useful when the situation calls for shooting through media such as non-reinforced walls and glass. Muzzle velocity is 1190 fps; muzzle energy is 362 ft lbs.

Heckler & Koch MP5SD
The MP5SD is a fully realized sound and flash suppressed select fire submachine gun. The MP5SD uses an integral aluminum sound suppressor. Unlike many sound suppressed submachine guns the MP5SD does not require the use of subsonic ammunition for effective sound reduction.

MP5SD Primary Ammo
9mm 124 Grain JHP
Average velocity of the 9mm 124 grain JHP when used in the MP5SD is 950 feet per second, with an average velocity loss of 200 feet per second.

MP5SD Secondary Ammo
9mm 115 Grain FMJ
Average velocity of the 9mm 115 grain FMJ in the MP5SD is 1000 feet per second with an average velocity loss of 200 feet per second.

Benelli M1 Super 90
The Super 90 is a semi-automatic 12 gauge combat shotgun with a five 2.75" shot magazine capacity. The Super 90's ghost-ring sighting system, with it's tritium "glow in the dark" front sight, is fully adjustable for windage and elevation and has a sight radius of 17.45 inches.

Mounted onto the Super 90 is the SureFire Responder flashlight assembly. The SureFire dedicated shotgun housing includes a fingertip control pressure switch on the forend of the shotgun.

Benelli Primary Ammo
Tactical 00 Buckshot
The tactical 00 buckshot load provides optimal penetration combined with a tight shot pattern. At 25 yards, the nine-pellet load furnishes a 100% pattern in a twenty-inch circle. At 40 yards the load furnishes a 75% pattern in a thirty-inch circle.

Benelli Secondary Ammo
12 Gauge Frangible Breaching Load
The frangible breaching load is a forced entry load designed to destroy locks on doors. The load can be used as a frangible solid slug when limited penetration is desired.

Springfield Armory 1911-A1
This gun is the standard-issue secondary weapon of every LAPD SWAT officer. D Platoon armorers modify the 1911 to include a match barrel, aluminum trigger, beavertail grip safety, combat hammer, beveled magazine well, extended thumb safety, polished feed ram, throated barrel and high visibility sights.

1911-A1 Primary Ammo
.45 ACP 230 Grain Jacketed Hollow Point
The 230 grain JHP is considered to have excellent expansion reliability and optimal penetration capability. Muzzle velocity is 835 feet per second; muzzle energy is 356 foot pounds.

1911-A1 Secondary Ammo
.45 ACP 230 Grain Military Ball FMJ
The 230 grain military ball FMJ is a non-expanding bullet designed for sustained high velocity and maximum penetration. Muzzle velocity is 835 feet per second; muzzle energy is 356 foot pounds.

NFD
Noise flash devices, also known as flashbangs, are used to draw a suspect's attention away from an entry port or to disorient a suspect. The flashbang is a class 'C' non-ejecting sub-munition with a delay of 1.2 seconds between detonation and discharge. The sound level at discharge is 175.6 bd's; the light level is 2,550,000 candela. The duration of the explosion is 10 milliseconds.

CS Tactical Grenade
CS, which stands for 0-chlorobenzalmalononitrile, is a white solid powder generally mixed with a dispersal agent (such as methylene chloride) which carries the particles through the air. Physical effects of CS gas include severe burning and involuntary closing of the eyes, tearing, burning in the nose and throat, coughing, lowered heart rate, and raised blood pressure.

C2
C2 is a composite explosive containing approximately 85% RDX and 15% non-explosive plasticizer. C2 is very stable, insoluble in water, sparingly soluble in alcohol, ether and benzene, and soluble in acetone.
Omniglow Impact Lightstick
The Impact lightsticks are used by D Platoon to light otherwise dark areas, and as a marker that a room has been "cleared" of threat.

Leatherman "Wave" Folding Tool
Standard issue for each tactical officer is the seven-ounce multi-purpose Leatherman folding tool. Designed for one hand access, all blades open individually and lock with the push of a button.

Handcuffs
The combined steel and lightweight heat-treated aluminum alloy cuffs weigh only 4.66 ounces. All edges are rounded to reduce injuries and abrasions.

Ballistic Helmet
SWAT's state of the art ballistic helmets provide level IIIA protection and exceed the protection level of the PASGT military helmet. Manufactured using the latest specification aramid fiber bound in a thermoplastic resin matrix, the helmets exceed the ballistic standards set forth by the National Institute of Justice. The helmet's low profile design eliminates snagging hazards and the dull epoxy finish eliminates shine and glare.

HUD
A series of receptors and sensors incorporated into the officer's clothing and helmet monitor the officer's vital functions and environmental surroundings. The signals are sent to small microprocessors that translate the information into images projected on the ballistic face shield.

Vital Signs Monitor
When sensors detect loss of body heat, a symptom of blood loss, an image is projected onto the face shield that represents the officer's health status.

Noxious Fumes
Sensors incorporated into the helmet are capable of analyzing the presence of airborne noxious fumes. If fumes are present, the helmet's air vents automatically shut and fresh air is pumped into the helmet from a purification chamber mounted inside the officer's vest. A symbol will appear to warn the officer against the use of potentially incendiary devices.

Weapons Status
The HUD can display the tactical officer's weapon inventory including the current numbers of flashbangs, CS gas, and ammo available per weapon.

Briefing Summary
The HUD is equipped with a pre-assault briefing summary, outlining the mission's objectives and highlighting the objectives that have been met.

Radio Communication
Communication amongst officers is accomplished without the threat of detection using "bone-phone" technology. A voice-activated microphone eliminates the need for a chest mounted "press to talk" switch allowing the officer to keep both hands free.

SWAM

Integrated into every helmet is a small lipstick camera and a radio transmission unit known as a SWAM (SWAT camera unit). The image from each officer's SWAM may be projected onto the accessing officer's face shield.

Tactical Mode Display

Shown on the bottom right hand corner of the face shield is a graphic reminder of the entry team's current tactical mode.

Modular Load Bearing Tactical Vest
Safariland's Cover Six Plus tactical vest takes its name from the old SWAT slogan, "cover your six," meaning cover your back. The outershell is made of 500 denier Cordura nylon, and the interior is constructed of a IIIA protection Spectra/Kevlar ballistic blend. The entry vest provides full front, back, and over-the-shoulder coverage, as well as side torso protection.

Opti-Wand™
Replacing the simple SWAT-made stick mirrors of the past is the Opti-Wand, a miniature high-resolution video camera housed in an articulating camera head affixed to the end of a telescoping wand. The Opti-Wand's camera can gather high quality images up to a distance of 40 feet. Images collected by the Opti-wand can be projected onto the HUD.

Balacalava / Tactical Gloves
The hood and gauntlet-styled Nomex tactical gloves protect against extremities against chemical and gas explosions.

GSG9 Tactical Boots
Created by Germany's famed counter-terrorists organization, the GSG9 tactical boot is worn by security forces the world over.

Tactical Holster
Safariland's 6004 tactical holster is an adjustable hangar system featuring a rotating hood and holster tensioning device, a durable laminate finish and suede lining. The leg harness features two elastic leg straps and leg shroud for stability that eliminates forward or backward holster shift during movement.