PNP gets P2-B new equipment

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 11:53:26 +0000

The Philippine National Police has acquired two more helicopters and thousands of assault rifles in the latest procurement worth P2.8 billion.

PNP chief Police Gen. Archie Gamboa said the procurement is part of the police modernization program which is aimed at improving the operational capability of the 205,000-strong organization.

“These latest additions are part of the continuing effort of the PNP leadership and the national government to enhance its aerial assets, firepower, mobility, and tactical capabilities of PNP operating units,” said Gamboa.

Aside from the two Airbus H125 single engine helicopters, the PNP also bought 37 medium troop carriers and 12 Toyota Hilux 4×4 pickup trucks.

For firepower, the PNP has bought 25 7.62mm light machine gun; 7,700 Galil Ace 5.56mm basic assault rifle; 2,037 units Emtan 5.56mm basic assault rifle; 11,408 Canik 9mm striker fired pistol; 5,500 Tisas 9mm striker fired pistol; 8,001 Taurus 9mm striker fired pistols; one million 7.62mm rounds;
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