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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)-Attendees to the 2012 SHOT Show will find Federal Premium, BLACKHAWK!, Weaver Optics, Champion Targets, RCBS and other leading ATK brands showing off their latest and greatest.

Well-known industry celebrities will frequent the BLACKHAWK! (#14562) and other ATK brands (#14551) booths. Stopping by to meet and greet show goers will be a long line of personalities from exhibition shooting extraordinaire Tom Knapp to the Buck Commanders. SHOT Show attendees can stop by either booth to see the full schedule.

ATK has some of the biggest names in the industry stopping by their booths. The BLACKHAWK! booth (#14562) will feature champion shooter Todd Jarrett and new brand spokeswoman Aysha Webb. A myriad of industry personalities will be in ATK’s Sporting booth (#14551). SHOT Show attendees can find everyone from the Duck Commanders to 3 Gun Nation’s Kurt Miller representing Federal Premium, Champion, Weaver, RCBS and more.

Familiar Faces, New Personalities
As they have for the last several years, Jim Scoutten, Tom Knapp, the Duck Commanders, Buck Commanders and Tim Abell will be representing a variety of brands and shows at SHOT 2012. Show attendees can also get a chance to meet and greet Kurt Miller (3 Gun Nation), Huntley Ritter (The Outlanders) and Randy Newberg (Federal Premium’s On Your Own Adventure).

The full schedule can be found by stopping by either booth.

About ATK Security and Sporting
ATK Security and Sporting, headquartered in Anoka, MN, is a leading technology developer and supplier of ammunition for law enforcement, military and sporting applications; a manufacturer of optics, reloading gear and sport shooting accessories; and a leading producer of tactical accessories. The company serves sport shooting enthusiasts, law enforcement professionals, military and tactical markets worldwide. The group’s products include some of the most widely known and respected brands in the industry, including Federal Premium, CCI, Speer, RCBS, Alliant Powder, Champion, Weaver, Eagle Industries, and BLACKHAWK!.

About ATK
ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 22 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)-ATK (NYSE: ATK) has received an order valued at more than $58.7 million from the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Direct Fire Munitions Branch, Rock Island Contracting Center (RICC), Rock Island, Ill., to produce multiple variants of 20mm PGU-series ammunition.

This is the third order under a contract originally signed in September 2008. If all options are exercised, ATK’s contract is expected to exceed $170 million by 2013.

ATK will produce PGU-27A/B Target Practice (TP), PGU-30A/B Target Practice-Tracer (TP-T), PGU-28A/B Semi-Armor Piercing High Explosive Incendiary (SAPHEI) ammunition, a PGU-28A/B SAPHEI and PGU-30A/B TP-T linked configuration, and a PGU-27A/B TP and PGU-30A/B TP-T linked configuration. These cartridges are used on the U.S. Air Force’s F-15 and F-16, the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps F-18, and the U.S. Marine Corps Cobra AH-1 helicopter.

ATK’s suite of 20mm ammunition provides cost-effective, ballistically-matched training rounds for improved warfighter performance, as well as tactical rounds that offer the accuracy, lethality and penetration capabilities necessary to effectively defeat today’s threats.

“We are proud of the role our medium-caliber munitions play in maintaining military readiness,” said Dan Olson, Vice President and General Manager, ATK Integrated Weapon Systems. “ATK is a preferred provider of medium-caliber ammunition solutions and we are committed to providing the broadest offering of highest quality ammunition to U.S. and allied forces worldwide.”

ATK’s Mesa, Arizona-based Integrated Weapon Systems Division was awarded the contract and will produce the ammunition at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, Mo. Delivery of the options rounds will begin in 2012.

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 22 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK Continues to Drive International Growth Through Medium-Caliber Ammunition Sales
Lightweight (LW) 30mm Ammunition Offers World-Class Tactical and Training Solutions for Effective Threat Defeat versus Light Armor and Materiel Targets.

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)- ATK (NYSE: ATK) has been awarded a $37 million contract to provide lightweight (LW) 30mm ammunition – including the M788 TP (target practice) training round and the M789 High Explosive Dual Purpose (HEDP) tactical round – to the United Kingdom’s (UK) Ministry of Defence (MoD).

The contract reinforces ATK’s position as a preferred provider of medium-caliber ammunition to allied forces worldwide. Both rounds will support the UK’s fleet of AH-64 Apache Helicopters.

These two rounds make up ATK’s family of LW30mm ammunition and were originally developed and fielded for the M230 automatic cannon and the AH-64 Attack helicopter. The M789 HEDP round provides the accuracy and armor penetration capabilities necessary to effectively defeat today’s threats, and the cost-effective, ballistically-matched M788 training rounds enable improved warfighter performance in active theaters around the globe. ATK has produced more than 14 million LW30mm cartridges rounds since 1977.

“Lightweight 30mm ammunition provides superior multi-role, multi-target defeat capabilities,” said Dan Olson, Vice President and General Manager, ATK Integrated Weapons Systems. “Our M789 rounds are currently in use supporting operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, and we are proud to provide U.S. and allied forces worldwide with the medium-caliber munitions necessary to prevail in mission-critical scenarios.”

ATK’s Mesa, Arizona-based Integrated Weapon Systems Division was awarded the contract. Production of the LW30mm rounds will take place at the company’s facilities in Rocket Center, W. Va. and Radford, Va., with delivery to the UK Ministry of Defence scheduled to begin in early 2012.

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 22 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)-ATK (NYSE: ATK) has received a $30 million order to supply non-standard (non-NATO) ammunition to the security forces of Afghanistan via the U.S. Army’s Product Director, Non-Standard Ammunition, Picatinny Arsenal, N.J.

To date, ATK has supplied more than 200 million non-standard ammunition items under an existing multi-year contract; and has consistently performed ahead of delivery schedule. ATK performs technical oversight, quality assurance, and supply chain management for a variety of non-standard small, medium, and large caliber ammunition, aviation rockets, rocket propelled grenades and mortars.

“ATK is focused on international expansion and continuing our outstanding performance on supply chain management. We are a leader in the non-standard ammunition marketplace and this latest award supports our core strategic priorities” said ATK Small Caliber Systems Vice President and General Manager Mark Hissong.

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 22 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

Nitro-Chem Explosives Products

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)-ATK (NYSE: ATK) announced today that it has signed a long-term international distribution agreement for energetic products with the Polish manufacturer, Zaklady Chemiczne, known as Nitro-Chem.

“This agreement brings together our expertise in supply chain management and worldwide marketing and distribution of energetic materials with Nitro-Chem’s unique manufacturing capabilities,” said Kent Holiday, ATK Energetic Systems Vice President and General Manager.

“It helps diversify our business by facilitating our expansion into the commercial energetics market, and offers us growth opportunities in both the domestic and international markets.”

Under the terms of the agreement, ATK will market and distribute Nitro-Chem-produced explosives including TNT for both military and commercial applications.

Other explosive products and compounds, including boosters for commercial mining and construction, RDX, HMX, Comp B, and DNT, will also be distributed under the terms of the agreement.

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 22 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)- ATK (NYSE: ATK) announced today that it will relocate its corporate headquarters as of October 1, 2011 to Arlington, Virginia, where the company will expand its existing office space. The company will continue to maintain a strong presence in Minnesota, including approximately 210 Minnesota-based corporate employees.

In total, ATK employs approximately 2700 people in Minnesota. ATK currently employs approximately 3500 people in the Mid-Atlantic region, where it operates facilities in Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.

Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell welcomed ATK to northern Virginia, and said, “We are pleased that ATK is joining the vibrant aerospace and defense community that contributes so much to the commercial base of our state, and look forward to the company’s continued growth and progress here.”

“The relocation of ATK’s headquarters to the Washington D.C. area will provide our company with opportunities for increased engagement with our customers and Congress, as well as with our aerospace and defense industry peers that already are located in the region. Expanding our presence and visibility in the Washington area will support our strategy of creating a more global, diversified company,” said Mark W. DeYoung, President and CEO.

ATK is a Fortune 500 aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 22 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)-ATK (NYSE: ATK) announced that it will participate as an exhibitor at the 2011 Defense & Security Equipment International (DSEi) in London.

ATK will highlight a variety of capabilities and programs at the show, which will be held at ExCeL international exhibition and convention centre in London from September 13-16, 2011. ATK is located in stand S7-305.

DSEi provides ATK an opportunity to highlight its growing capabilities in several business areas, including its affordable precision approach that combines GPS guidance and fuzing into one package, transforming conventional 155mm artillery projectiles and 120mm mortar cartridges into precision munitions. ATK will also feature its recently-upgraded AAR-47 missile warning system which now provides enhanced protection through the detection of smaller-caliber weapon fire and rocket propelled grenades.

ATK’s stand will include its Eagle Industries and BLACKHAWK! brand tactical gear and apparel for security, law enforcement and military personnel. In addition, ATK’s Federal Premium and Speer lines of ammunition will be featured, including long range precision rifle; barrier defeating; non-toxic; short barrel carbine; and law enforcement high performance handgun service ammunition.

DSEi will allow visitors to learn about ATK’s Advanced Anti Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM), fast becoming the air-to-surface weapon of choice for Destruction of Enemy Air Defense and strike missions. Also on display will be ATK’s Guided Advanced Tactical Rocket (GATR) for fixed, rotary-wing, and unmanned aircraft platforms. GATR is a laser-guided 70mm precision system delivering extreme accuracy against both stationary and moving targets.

Visitors will see ATK’s family of legacy and next-generation medium caliber Bushmaster® and automatic chain guns, ammunition, and integrated weapon systems. In addition, ATK will highlight its role as the leading supplier of U.S. and NATO small caliber ammunition, as well as Non-NATO munitions to U.S. and international security forces.

ATK will also feature fuzing solutions for air-dropped bombs and artillery projectiles in use around the world, tactical propulsion that includes technology to offer insensitive munitions (IM) capabilities to currently fielded systems, and lightweight composites for soldier systems.

Potential customers will have the opportunity to obtain information on ATK’s light gunship platform, which integrates intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) sensors, fire control equipment, air-to-ground missiles and rockets, as well as the ATK M230LF, a link-fed LW30mm gun system. The light gunship capability package is the latest addition to ATK’s Special Mission Aircraft product portfolio, which provides affordable, responsive and advanced capabilities to customer-preferred platforms. ATK’s expertise includes outfitting various aircraft — including Cessna Caravans, Lockheed Martin C-130s, Bombardier Dash-8s, Hawker Beechcraft King Airs and others — with integrated ISR capabilities, fire control equipment and air-to-ground capability for conducting responsive defense, counterinsurgency, and border surveillance and security missions.

Media interested in more information about ATK can visit the ATK stand or contact ATK’s on-site media representative: Amanda Covington (+1-801-678-9859). An online media kit is available at http://www.atk.com/DESi2011/ .

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 22 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

Fusion Ammunition

ANOKA, Minn. --(Ammoland.com)-Federal Premium’s Fusion® spokesperson and MMA superstar Brock Lesnar declares “he’s back.” After a second stint with diverticulitis causing surgery in May, the former UFC Heavyweight Champion is ready to return to the octagon. Before he begins training again, Lesnar stormed the prairies of North Dakota for a prairie dog hunt south of Bismarck, ND.

Don’t Count Him Out
Lesnar went under the knife and had a foot of his colon removed on May 26, 2011 at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. After a short hospital stay, he went home to Alexandria, Minn. and then onto his farm in Saskatchewan where he has been since recovering. Lesnar feels like a new man and believes becoming the UFC Heavyweight Champion again is in his future.

Prairie Dog Devastation
The bluebird skies and moderate temperatures made for ideal conditions as the former champ tag teamed with his brother Chad for a day of varmint hunting. The two shot several calibers from the 17HMR to .223, .22-250 and a .50 caliber Barrett BMG at prairie dogs ranging from 50-400 yards. “Prairie dog hunting is not only fun, but it’s a cure for the summertime blues,” said Lesnar. “I get great practice with my firearms, ammunition and optics… I can’t wait for the fall whitetail season to begin.”

Asked when MMA fans will see the heavyweight contender in the octagon again, the former champ replied, “sooner than later.” For an update straight from the source, visit http://www.fusionammo.com/brock_lesnar/default.aspx.

About:
Fusion® Headquartered in Anoka, Minnesota, Fusion is an endorsed brand of Federal Cartridge Company, which has been providing hunters and shooters with high-quality rimfire, centerfire and shotshell ammunition since 1922. It is part of ATK’s Security and Sporting. For more information, visit www.fusionammo.com.

ATK Security and Sporting ATK Security and Sporting, headquartered in Anoka, MN, is a leading technology developer and supplier of ammunition for law enforcement, military and sporting applications; a manufacturer of optics, reloading gear and sport shooting accessories and a leading producer of tactical accessories. The company serves sport shooting enthusiasts, law enforcement professionals, military and tactical markets worldwide. The group’s products include some of the most widely known and respected brands in the industry, including Federal Premium, CCI, Speer, RCBS, Alliant Powder, Champion, Weaver, Eagle Industries, and BLACKHAWK!.

Federal’s Top Gun Target Pink Hulls

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ANOKA, Minn. --(Ammoland.com)- The Minnesota Game Fair brings hunters, archers, shooters and sportsmen and women together for demonstrations, exhibits and a popular shooting contest.

Game Fair sponsors include Federal Premium Ammunition, Cabela’s, and Outdoor News. Visitors can shoot Federal Top Gun Pink Hull shotshell loads while supporting the fight against breast cancer.

Shooters who hit a clay target will be entered into a sweepstakes to win a two-day South Dakota pheasant hunt with legendary Minnesota outdoorsman and TV personality Ron Schara. Shooters can also win some Black Cloud and Prairie Storm™ ammunition and Champion pink shooting gear. Tom Knapp and local politicians and professional athletes are expected to be on hand. All proceeds from the shooting contest will go towards the fight against breast cancer.

Federal Premium Ammunition will sponsor the Minnesota Game Fair and a unique shotgun shooting contest to support breast cancer research and awareness. The Game Fair runs August 12-14 and 19-21 in Anoka, MN—minutes from the Federal Premium headquarters. Visitors can shoot clay targets using Federal’s Top Gun Target Pink Hulls for a chance to win a South Dakota pheasant hunt with legendary TV host and Minnesota outdoorsman Ron Schara. Additional prizes include cases of Federal Premium Black Cloud® and Prairie Storm™ ammunition, pink shooting gear and more. All contest proceeds go to breast cancer research and awareness.

Great Shooting, Great Prizes, Great Cause
Visitors can participate in the shooting contest by simply paying admission into the Game Fair. A donation of any amount to support breast cancer gives attendees an additional chance to shoot Federal’s pink shotshells at the range. Shooters who hit their target will be automatically entered to win a South Dakota pheasant hunt with “Minnesota Bound” host Ron Schara. Many other prizes will be given away daily. All contest proceeds go to the search for a cure and breast cancer research.

Tough Enough to Shoot Pink
Federal’s new Top Gun Target Pink Hulls have been a hit in the outdoor community. These striking shells support breast cancer awareness with an on-box royalty program and make an impression at the range. Federal Premium is proudly sponsoring Game Fair and the shooting contest to help support those affected by breast cancer. Learn more about Federal’s Pink Hulls online, at http://www.federalpremium.com/products/details/shotshell.aspx?id=446&p=1.

“The Game Fair is a great event for all outdoor enthusiasts,” said Public Relations and Promotions Manager Tim Brandt. “We’ve been proud supporters of this great event right in our backyard for years. The breast cancer shooting promotion we’ve put together this year is especially unique—and a great opportunity to increase awareness and support throughout the outdoor community. Look for our branded pink gear all over Game Fair.”

To learn more about the new Top Gun Target Pink Hulls or search through the entire lineup of Federal Premium Ammunition, please visit www.FederalPremium.com.

About Federal Cartridge Company
Headquartered in Anoka, Minnesota, Federal Cartridge Company has been providing hunters and shooters with high-quality rimfire, centerfire and shotshell ammunition since 1922. It pioneered the Premium category of ammunition and is part of the world’s leading ammunition manufacturer, ATK Security and Sporting. For more information on Federal, visit www.FederalPremium.com.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)-ATK (NYSE: ATK) announced today that effective August 8, Tom Sexton, will become the company’s interim Chief Financial Officer.

Mr. Sexton, ATK’s current Vice President and Controller, is a 25-year veteran of the company and has an extensive background in all aspects of both corporate and operational finance.

Mr. Sexton succeeds John Shroyer who will be leaving ATK after it reports FY12 first quarter earnings on August 4. He has accepted the Chief Financial Officer position with Capsugel, a New Jersey-based company.

ATK will retain an executive search firm to review both internal and external candidates for the permanent Chief Financial Officer position. “In the interim, we are extremely fortunate to have the depth of management experience and financial acumen Tom brings to the job. His experience will help ensure a smooth transition until a permanent CFO is named,” said Mark DeYoung, President and CEO.

Regarding Mr. Shroyer’s departure, DeYoung stated “John has contributed significantly to the company’s success throughout his career. He has led several strategic initiatives, and built a strong financial organization with significant bench strength. On behalf of the Board of Directors and ATK’s executive management team, I want to personally thank John for his many contributions and wish him continued success in his new career.”

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 22 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)- ATK (NYSE: ATK) has received orders totaling more than $488 million for small caliber ammunition pursuant to an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Rock Island (ACC-RI).

This order includes a mix of 5.56mm, 7.62mm and .50 caliber military ammunition to be produced at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, Mo.

ATK is the world’s leading producer of small-caliber military and commercial ammunition. The company successfully partnered with the Army to design and produce the new 5.56mm cartridge known to the U.S. warfighter as the Enhanced Performance Round (EPR).

“This latest set of orders includes an increase in the demand for the new M855A1 Enhanced Performance Round, which is getting very positive reviews by the warfighter,” explained ATK Small Caliber Systems Vice President and General Manager Mark Hissong. “We’ve produced more than 100 million rounds of the M855A1 EPR since transitioning it into full-rate production last year. We will increase EPR production rates this year as we complete the modernization of high-speed, high-volume 5.56mm production equipment used to manufacture this new high performance round.”

ATK has operated Lake City since April 2000, improving manufacturing efficiencies, increasing manufacturing rates, and partnering with the Army to modernize the facility’s infrastructure, and production processes and equipment.

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 23 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK 25mm Tactical Ammunition

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com- ATK (NYSE: ATK) has received awards totaling $13.4 million in new 25mm tactical ammunition contracts.

The awards, received from a mix of allies in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, reinforce ATK’s position as a preferred, global provider of medium-caliber ammunition.

ATK is the leading supplier of 25mm tactical munitions used by U.S. and allied forces globally, including the contracted M792 HEI-T (High Explosive Incendiary round with Tracer). Delivery of the NATO-certified 25mm M792 rounds is set to begin in March 2012, with production taking place in the company’s facilities in Radford, Va. and Rocket Center, W.Va. The rounds are built with a self-destruct fuze developed and produced exclusively by ATK and are designed for use in ATK’s widely-embraced M242 Bushmaster Chain Gun.

“M792 rounds have a longstanding reputation as a reliable tool in the defense of critical assets globally,” said Dan Olson, Vice President and General Manager, ATK Integrated Weapon Systems. “These orders support ATK’s position as a global leader in medium-caliber ammunition.”

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 23 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK Awarded $16 Million in Orders for Non-Standard Ammunition

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)- ATK (NYSE: ATK) has received more than $16 million in non-standard (non-NATO) ammunition orders through a multi-year contract with the U.S. Army Contracting Command in Rock Island, Ill.

Orders on the multi-year contract have totaled more than $177 million since it was awarded to ATK in December, 2008.

The ATK-provided supplies are critical for Afghan and coalition security forces to respond to internal and external threats. Under this contract, ATK provides technical oversight, quality assurance and supply chain management necessary to deliver non-standard small, medium, and large-caliber ammunition; aviation rockets; grenades; and mortars to Kabul, Afghanistan. In the two years ATK has been supplying non-standard ammunition and weapons to Afghanistan, deliveries have been consistently ahead of schedule.

“International growth is a key part of ATK’s strategy,” said ATK Armament Systems President Karen Davies, “and our ability to win this business and perform above expectations supports that effort.”

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 23 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)- ATK (NYSE: ATK) has released its first Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report which is available online at www.ATK.com.

The report highlights the company’s commitment to the communities where it does business, to its employees, to the environment, and to the troops who serve the United States and its allies.

“ATK’s focus on social responsibility is nothing new, but it was a great untold story,” said ATK President and Chief Executive Officer Mark DeYoung.

“For years we’ve contributed to community and education initiatives and to organizations that serve our soldiers and their families. We’ve drastically reduced our environmental footprint and supported wildlife and habitat conservation. Through communication, training, and measurement we’ve placed integrity and ethical behavior at the heart of everything we do. Through safety initiatives we have slashed our recordable injury rate by 43%, to the lowest in company history. And, we have established trust and credibility with our investors by instituting best practices corporate governance policies and procedures. It’s time we told this story to our investors, customers, employees, and neighbors.”

This first ATK CSR report establishes a baseline for future reports. The company expects to update the report annually and expand it to cover additional CSR topics.

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 23 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)- ATK (NYSE: ATK) has been awarded a $49.9 million contract option from the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Rock Island Contracting Center, Rock Island, Ill., to produce Light Weight (LW) 30mm M789 High Explosive Dual Purpose (HEDP) ammunition.

The M789 round is fired by ATK’s M230 Chain Gun, in use on the U.S. Army’s AH-64 Apache Attack Helicopters. Delivery of the optioned rounds is set to begin in September 2012, with production taking place in the company’s facilities in Radford, Va. and Rocket Center, W.Va.

“The dual-purpose M789 round provides the firepower necessary to penetrate armor while maintaining its high-explosive capability for use against soft targets,” said Dan Olson, Vice President and General Manager, ATK Integrated Weapon Systems. “This versatility has made it a highly-effective combat round, and it is currently supporting operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.”

30mm M789 High Explosive Dual Purpose Ammunition

ATK provides affordable, precision, medium-caliber cannons; advanced fire control systems for ground, sea, and air platforms; and produces more than eight million rounds of medium caliber ammunition per year.

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 23 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

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ANOKA, Minn. --(Ammoland.com)- Shooters can now blast clay pigeons for a cause. Federal Ammunition’s special edition Top Gun Target loads support finding a cure for breast cancer.

These distinctive pink hulls are an effective hunting and shooting practice option or a solid load for shooting competitions.

A portion of the sales of this product will go directly to the search for a cure. The new 12-gauge 2-3/4-inch #8 shotshells deliver consistent performance for all types of clay target shooting.

Federal Ammunition introduces new pink hull Top Gun® Target loads in support of fighting breast cancer. The new 12-gauge special edition pink hull target loads are part of the mission to find a cure. They are on store shelves now.

To get a sneak peek of them rolling off the loaders and going out the door, video of these unique shells can be seen below.

An on-box royalty program sends proceeds directly to breast cancer research. Shooters, survivors, family and friends can all support this great cause.

The highly-anticipated loads have been discussed by many on Federals’ page on Facebook and on the Stormchaser’s network. Visit www.facebook.com/federalpremiumammo and www.stormchasersnetwork.com to engage in the conversation.

Top Gun Target Performance
Top Gun Target loads are designed for high-volume shooters. They offer consistent performance at reasonable prices. These shells may look different, but they deliver every time—as shooters have come to expect.

“We are proud to be able to support such an important cause with these shells,” said Brand Director Rick Stoeckel. “Shooters still get impressive performance–while also supporting the fight against breast cancer. These pink shells are a win-win for shooters and breast cancer research.”

To view the new pink hulls, check out other target loads or browse through the entire Federal Premium lineup, please visit www.federalpremium.com.

Part No. and Description
TGL12P 8 12-ga, 2-3/4″, 1-1/8 oz, #8 1145 fps

About Federal Cartridge Company
Headquartered in Anoka, Minnesota, Federal Cartridge Company has been providing hunters and shooters with high-quality rimfire, centerfire and shotshell ammunition since 1922. It pioneered the Premium category of ammunition and is part of the world’s leading ammunition manufacturer, ATK Security and Sporting. For more information on Federal, visit www.federalpremium.com.

Fusion Ammunition Safari Line Ammo

Fusion Ammunition

ANOKA, Minn. --(Ammoland.com)- Fusion is known for making devastatingly effective deer bullets. Now, using the same proven technology, Fusion is turning to African game.

Fusion Safari delivers hard line performance for safari hunters at an affordable price. These tough, accurate and lethal bullets are also effective on large game with similar ballistics to Federal Premium Trophy Bonded Bear Claw.

Fusion Ammunition announces a new Safari line specifically designed for African game.

The new rounds come loaded in .375 H&H–.458 Lott and are now available.

Proven Technology
Fusion Safari is built to drop African game and utilizes the same advanced technology from the highly popular Fusion deer ammunition. Fusion’s advanced molecular technique of electro-chemically applying the jacket to the core delivers consistent toughness. Enhanced aerodynamics contribute to superb accuracy and result in steady, precise performance.

The bullet weights and velocities of each Fusion Safari load match those of Federal Premium’s Trophy Bonded® Bear Claw for easy interchangeability. Learn more about these tough new loads online, at www.fusionammo.com/whatsnew/newproducts.aspx.

Reliable Performance
Fusion rifle bullets offer high weight retention to ensure deep penetration. Consistent, pre-programmed mushrooms are achieved through internal skiving. These new bullets feature special designs, meaning jacket-thickness and expansion is perfect for big calibers. These factors all combine to make a devastating combination for African game.

“These new safari loads are sure to give hunters an advantage over other similarly priced ammunition,” said Brand Director Rick Stoeckel. “We used proven Fusion technology and applied it to a whole new level with these hard-hitting and accurate rounds. Hunters will get reliable performance at a great price for tough African game.”

To learn more about the new Fusion Safari loads, the advanced Fusion process and all other Fusion offerings, please visit www.fusionammo.com.

Part No. and Description

• F375FS1 .375 H&H, 300-grain, Fusion 2400 fps
• F416RFS1 .416 Rem., 400-grain, Fusion 2400 fps
• F416FS1 .416 Rigby, 400-grain, Fusion 2300 fps
• F458FS1 .458 Win., 500-grain, Fusion 2090 fps
• F458LFS1 .458 Lott, 500-grain, Fusion 2300 fps

About Fusion
Headquartered in Anoka, Minnesota, Fusion is a sub-brand of Federal Cartridge Company, which has been providing hunters and shooters with high-quality rimfire, centerfire and shotshell ammunition since 1922. It is part of ATK’s Security and Sporting. For more information, visit www.fusionammo.com.

MK17 Special Operations Combat Assault Rifle

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)- Alliant Techsystems (NYSE: ATK) announced today that it has received a $49 million contract from the U.S. Navy to produce a new special operations ammunition round with improved accuracy, stronger barrier penetration, and a lower muzzle-flash.

ATK Security and Sporting developed the round in partnership with the Naval Surface Warfare Center – Crane Division under the Special Operations Science and Technology (SOST) ammunition program.

The SOST ammunition will be manufactured in 5.56x45mm and 7.62x51mm calibers, and is short-barrel optimized. It is designed for use with the MK16 and MK17 Special Operations Combat Assault Rifle Weapon System. Production will be performed at ATK’s Federal Premium Ammunition plant in Anoka, MN. Deliveries are expected to be completed in 2015.

“ATK is the clear leader in developing new ammunition technologies for commercial use,” said Ron Johnson, President of ATK’s Security and Sporting group. “We are now applying our research and development capability to satisfy the needs of our special operation forces.”

The new SOST 5.56mm and 7.62mm ammunition adds to ATK’s portfolio of specialized ammunition, including long-range products for both law enforcement and military applications.

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 24 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)- Alliant Techsystems (NYSE: ATK) has received a $54 million order for 120mm training tank ammunition from the U.S. Army. The award is for the fourth year of a four-year contract.

The 120mm training ammunition, used by the M1A1/A2 Abrams main battle tank, includes the M865 kinetic energy and the M1002 multi-purpose anti-tank training rounds. These training rounds closely replicate tactical ammunition in appearance and ballistic performance to provide the warfighter with an affordable, yet realistic training experience.

ATK 120mm Tank Ammunition

“High-quality training ammunition is essential to the warfighter who must be prepared to react decisively on today’s battlefield,” said Bruce DeWitt, ATK Advanced Weapons Vice President and General Manager. “By leveraging our expertise in tactical 120mm tank ammunition, we have produced rounds that are visually and ballistically similar to their counterpart tactical rounds while meeting the reliability and safety performance requirements for use on U.S. and European ranges.”

Since 1980, ATK has delivered more than four million rounds of 120mm tactical and training tank ammunition to the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, and allied militaries. Through its proven, system-level contracting approach that reduces the risk to the customer, ATK has delivered a constant supply of 120mm ammunition that is consistently reliable and affordable.

Propellants for ATK’s tank ammunition are produced by ATK at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant, Radford, Va. ATK’s manufacturing center of excellence in Rocket Center, W. Va. provides the high-quality metal and composite components; projectiles; and cartridge load, assembly and pack operations. Program management is headquartered in ATK’s Plymouth, Minn. facility.

As a prime contractor, ATK specializes in developing innovative, advanced weapon systems that provide affordable precision and effectiveness for artillery, mortars, tanks, naval gun systems, and tactical aircraft.

ATK is an aerospace, defense, and commercial products company with operations in 24 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

Federal & American Eagle 45 Auto Ammunition Product Safety Warning

FederalPremium.com

ANOKA, Minn. --(Ammoland.com)- Certain lots of recently manufactured 45 Auto ammunition may contain an incorrect propellant charge.

Use of product from these lots may result in firearm damage and possible serious injury.

DO NOT USE PRODUCT FROM THE FOLLOWING LOTS:

• 38X628 through 38X765
• 38T401 through 38T414

If you have in your possession any 45 Auto with the following brand names and part numbers, check to see if your ammunition package contains the above lots: American Eagle (AE45A, AE45N1, or AE45A250), Champion (WM5233), GoldMedal (GM45B), Hi-Shok (45C, 45D) and Federal Personal Defense (C45C, C45D).

See Example above:

THIS WARNING APPLIES ONLY TO THE LOTS LISTED ABOVE.
If you possess ammunition from any of these lots, or have questions concerning this warning, please contact us at 1-800-831-0850 or 1-800-322-2342 and ask for Product Service. Federal will provide replacement product and will cover the cost of returning the affected product.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

FederalPremium.com

ANOKA, Minn --(Ammoland.com)-Federal Premium’s new mobile website enables smartphone users to see what’s new, access product information, promotions and find a dealer–all from anywhere on their handheld devices.

The new website works with all smartphone platforms and offers integrated access to the Federal Premium YouTube and Facebook pages. A Google Maps dealer locator and an updated product directory allow for fast, effective mobile browsing.

Federal Premium announces the launch of a new mobile website, www.m.federalpremium.com.

The new site works with all smartphone platforms and gives hunters and shooters unprecedented access to product information, ballistics and also includes a Google Maps dealer locator.

Federal Premium Ammunition Launches Mobile Site

Leading the Way for Mobile Browsing
Federal Premium’s new mobile site, www.m.federalpremium.com, is a complete online resource intended specifically for mobile use. Users can look up their favorite products, access Federal’s offerings from in the store or see the latest promotions–all from their mobile devices.

Comprehensive Website in Mobile Format
The new website offers most of the great features of the standard desktop Federal Premium site, but is streamlined for effective mobile usage. Enhanced navigation directs users to their destinations quicker. They can also get to Federal Premium’s YouTube and Facebook pages from the homepage.

“The explosion of mobile devices available today means hunters and shooters can look us up from the woods, the blind or even the store.” said Jason Nash, Marketing and Communications Director.

“We want up-to-the-minute information from Federal Premium to be available quickly and easily. We designed a complete mobile website with faster navigation best suited for access on the go.”

Mobile Dealer Locator
An unexpected stop for gear while traveling is no problem with www.m.federalpremium.com. A dealer locator application will show the 10 nearest dealers based on distance from a given zip code, with directions provided through Google Maps.

To check out the new website today go to www.m.federalpremium.com.

Users can look up their favorite products, access Federal’s offerings from in the store or see the latest promotions––all from their mobile devices.

About Federal Cartridge Company:
Headquartered in Anoka, Minnesota, Federal Cartridge Company has been providing hunters and shooters with high-quality rimfire, centerfire and shotshell ammunition since 1922. It pioneered the Premium category of ammunition and is part of the world’s leading ammunition manufacturer, ATK Armament Systems. For more information on Federal, visit www.federalpremium.com.

ATK 5.56 Caliber Ammunition Products Fulfill FBI Duty and Training Requirements

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)- ATK (NYSE: ATK) announced today that it has received a contract from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for 5.56 caliber duty and training ammunition.

The contract is a five-year, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement with a maximum value of $95 million. ATK will produce the mission-specific ammunition at its facility in Anoka, Minnesota.

ATK used its core capability of ammunition technology development to create a customized solution to meet the needs of the FBI. The duty load is based on Federal Premium’s 62-grain Tactical Bonded projectile, which excels at barrier penetration, while the training ammunition features 55-grain and 50-grain bullet options ideal for the needs of the Bureau.

Production of the duty round was tailored to the specifications of the FBI and is already underway. Deliveries are expected to begin by the end of 2010.

“This contract is the result of a focused effort to expand our business in an important strategic market,” said Ron Johnson, President of ATK’s Security and Sporting group.

“Our core ammunition technology provides the ideal platform for meeting this important customer need.”

ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with operations in 24 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK Receives $200 Million Order for Small-Caliber Ammunition

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn --(Ammoland.com)- ATK (NYSE: ATK) has received additional orders for small-caliber ammunition under an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contract with the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Rock Island Contracting Center.

These orders total more than $213 million for a mix of 5.56mm, 7.62mm, and .50-caliber ammunition to be produced by ATK at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant (LCAAP) in Independence, Mo.

ATK Small Caliber Systems is a global leader in affordable high-volume, high-quality manufacturing of small-caliber ammunition. Since 2000 when it began operating the Lake City plant, ATK has produced more than 10 billion rounds, while successfully executing the modernization of the facility.

ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with operations in 24 states, Puerto Rico and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

M855A1 Enhanced Performance Round

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, MN --(Ammoland.com)- ATK (NYSE: ATK) has received orders from the U.S. Army’s Program Manager for Maneuver Ammunition Systems (PM-MAS) for nearly 300 million rounds of the new M855A1 Enhanced Performance Round (EPR).

The EPR is an enhanced version of the M855 5.56mm cartridge, used by U.S. troops since the early 1980s.

ATK is producing the new cartridge at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, Mo. ATK produced the initial 20 million rounds of M855A1, which were delivered to the troops in Afghanistan earlier this year.

“This is a significant breakthrough in ammunition performance for America’s warfighters,” said Mark Hissong, ATK Small Caliber Systems Vice President and General Manager.

“To ensure optimal performance, ATK and the Army put the EPR through the most rigorous and thorough test regime of any round we have ever produced. The result is the successful fielding of a high-performance round that is in theater today, and capable of providing superior firepower in any combat condition.”

ATK partnered with the Army to develop a flexible manufacturing plan to rapidly transition the EPR program into high-volume production. The new round offers a higher velocity for more energy on target, improved hard-target capability, and greater accuracy and consistency for effectiveness at long range.

The round’s technological advancements, coupled with ATK’s innovative approach to ammunition engineering, have delivered what the Army calls “the most significant advancement in general purpose small caliber ammunition in decades.”

ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with operations in 24 states, Puerto Rico and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK Receives $10 Million in Orders for Non-Standard Ammunition

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, MN --(Ammoland.com)- ATK (NYSE: ATK) has received additional orders worth $10 million for non-standard ammunition (NSA) in support of its current NSA multi-year contract with the U.S. Army Contracting Command in Rock Island, Ill.

The three-year contract calls for ATK to acquire and deliver a broad range of NSA, or non-NATO ammunition, to Kabul, Afghanistan, to train and sustain allied security forces.

Since December 2008, ATK has successfully delivered more than 220 million non-standard material items to Afghanistan including, but not limited to, small, medium and large-caliber ammunition, mortars, RPG munitions, aviation rockets, and non-standard weapons. ATK deliveries for these products on average have been more than one month ahead of schedule.

ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with operations in 24 states, Puerto Rico, and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

Fusion Ammunition

ANOKA, Minn. --(Ammoland.com)- A new video featuring Fusion Ammunition Spokesman and Heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar is now live.

Part one of “Hunting Down Cain” features Lesnar talking about his family, his “blue collar” roots as a hunter and a “farm boy” and his passion for the outdoors.

Lesnar will square off against undefeated Cain Valesquez on October 23, 2010 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, CA but the fall also means a lot to Lesnar the hunter. In this video he tells people his favorite caliber for hunting and sights it in for the upcoming season. He even breaks out the big .50 BMG.

Lesnar talks about his responsibility as a father, husband, hunter, outdoorsman and MMA Fighter. He sheds light on the importance of family, and the joy he gets out of introducing them to hunting and the outdoors. Right after his fight, Lesnar has several deer hunting trips on the schedule.

Viewers can watch him dial in his favorite rifle with Fusion Ammunition and leave no doubt he’s ready for a post fight celebration in the outdoors.

Fans and hunters can look forward to another video coming next week that includes Brock’s prediction on the upcoming fight. To learn more about Lesnar and Fusion Ammunition, log on to fusionammo.com

Also, tune in to Federal’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/federalpremiumammo to see Lesnar and friends taking time to hit the range for a little shooting. Lesnar makes fruit salad “redneck style” and has some fun with a variety of targets

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, MN --(Ammoland.com)- Alliant Techsystems (NYSE: ATK) has received an order valued at more than $50 million from the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Rock Island Contracting Center (RICC), Rock Island, Ill., to produce multiple variants of 20mm PGU ammunition.

This is the second order under a contract originally signed in September 2008. If all options are exercised, ATK’s contract is expected to exceed $170 million by 2013.

ATK will produce PGU-27A/B Target Practice (TP), PGU-30A/B Target Practice-Tracer (TP-T), PGU-28A/B Semi-Armor Piercing High Explosive Incendiary (SAPHEI) ammunition, a PGU-28A/B SAPHEI and PGU-30A/B TP-T linked configuration, and a PGU-27A/B TP and PGU-30A/B TP-T linked configuration. These cartridges are used on the U.S. Air Force’s F-15 and F-16, the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps F-18, and the U.S. Marine Corps Cobra AH-1 helicopter.

ATK’s Integrated Weapon Systems Division in Mesa, Ariz. was awarded the contract and will produce the ammunition in Independence, Mo.

ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with more than 18,000 employees in 24 states, Puerto Rico and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

Alliant Powder

Radford, VA --(Ammoland.com)- Alliant Powder, makers of some of the best and most popular reloading powders, welcomes Extra-Lite to their line of premium products.

Extra-Lite is a shotshell powder designed for 12-gauge shooters looking to reduce loads from 1 1/8 ounce to 7/8 ounces.

On store shelves now, Extra-Lite is welcome news to shotshell reloaders who want reduced recoil while gaining a new option for filling their hulls.

Alliant Extra-Lite Shotshell Powder

Get more with less!
Extra-Lite delivers less recoil, less cost and less headaches to shotshell reloaders transitioning to a lower load charge and features a density that allows the use of standard components (wads and cases).

Extra-Lite also delivers pressure levels that guarantee complete combustion across a broad range of temperature ranges while remaining extremely clean burning. Made in the U.S.A. and delivering lot-to-lot consistency, Extra-Lite load data can be found at: www.alliantpowder.com.

There are dozens of reasons why shooters decide to take up the hobby of reloading.

Here are a few of the most frequently referenced reasons:

• Cost Savings: Saving money by assembling your own ammunition is an incentive to begin reloading. Depending on the caliber of ammunition, using factory loaded ammo can cost up to 60 percent more than reloading. And though money concerns may not be an overriding factor for some enthusiasts, it is a driving reason why shooters consider reloading in the first place.
• Accuracy & Velocity: So you don’t believe that loading your own ammunition matters? Consider that most professional shooters carefully reload their own ammunition for improved shot groupings and velocity. And that means more power and consistency when it really matters.
• Customized Loads: The flexibility to customize loads that are not available in factory ammunition.
• Personal Satisfaction: Nothing can change the way you feel when you make something by hand. Loading your own ammunition is like restoring a classic car or completing a home improvement project. When you’re finished, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that the materials you’ve assembled were made by you for you.

About Alliant Powder
For more than 125 years Alliant Powder has produced America’s most popular smokeless powders. Alliant Powder is part of ATK Armament Systems. For more information and load data, visit www.alliantpowder.com.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, – -(Ammoland.com)- Alliant Techsystems (NYSE: ATK) has received a $41 million contract modification to supply additional non-standard (non-NATO) ammunition to the Afghan Security Forces (ASF), under an existing three-year contract with the U.S. Army.

Under the contract awarded to ATK in 2009 by the U.S. Army Contracting Command in Rock Island, Ill., ATK provides supply chain management, quality assurance and logistical expertise in the delivery of non-standard small, medium and large caliber ammunition, as well as mortars and rockets, to Kabul for use by allied security forces.

“ATK established its small-caliber ammunition market leadership by serving the United States forces, and now, by drawing on our expertise in quality control, program and supply chain management, and world-class manufacturing, we are expanding to serve the needs of our allies around the world,” said Mark Hissong, Vice President and General Manager of ATK Small Caliber Systems (SCS).

“Timely delivery of quality munitions into the hands of those who protect freedom is a top priority for ATK.”

ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with more than 18,000 employees in 22 states, Puerto Rico and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK's Tank ammunition is the most advanced in the world...

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, MN --(AmmoLand.com)- Alliant Techsystems (NYSE: ATK) has received a $52 million order for 120mm training tank ammunition from the U.S. Army. The award is for the third year of a four-year contract.

The 120mm training ammunition, used by the M1A1/A2 Abrams main battle tank, include the M865 kinetic energy and the M1002 multi-purpose anti-tank training rounds. These training rounds closely replicate tactical ammunition in appearance and ballistic performance to provide the warfighter with an affordable, yet realistic training experience.

“High-quality ammunition that is extremely reliable in training situations is essential to the warfighter who must be prepared to react decisively on today’s battlefield,” said Bruce DeWitt, ATK Advanced Weapons Vice President and General Manager.

Since 1980, ATK has delivered more than four million rounds of 120mm tactical and training tank ammunition to the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, and allied militaries. Through its proven, system-level contracting approach that reduces the risk to the customer, ATK has delivered a constant supply of 120mm ammunition that is consistently reliable and affordable.

Propellants for ATK’s tank ammunition are produced by ATK at the Radford Army Ammunition Plant, Radford, Va. ATK’s manufacturing center of excellence in Rocket Center, W. Va. provides the high-quality metal and composite components; projectiles; and cartridge load, assembly and pack operations. Program management is headquartered in ATK’s Plymouth, Minn. facility.

As a prime contractor, ATK specializes in developing innovative, advanced weapon systems that provide affordable precision and effectiveness for artillery, mortars, tanks, naval gun systems, and tactical aircraft.

ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with more than 18,000 employees in 22 states and $4.8 billion in revenue. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK Remains Largest Supplier of Small Caliber Ammunition to the Department of Defense.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS - -(AmmoLand.com)- Alliant Techsystems (NYSE: ATK) has received orders totaling $372 million to produce 5.56mm, 7.62mm and .50-caliber ammunition for the U.S. Army Contracting Command in Rock Island, Ill.

This is the first significant order in the second year of a four-year contract, with additional orders expected during this fiscal year. ATK operates the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant (LCAAP) in Independence, Mo., where the rounds will be produced.

During the 10 years it has operated the plant, ATK has delivered more than 10 billion rounds of ammunition to the U.S. Army for use by all the military services, while successfully executing a $242 million modernization project to ensure the LCAAP remains a viable national asset.

“ATK has demonstrated the capability to support the tremendous increase in demand, while in parallel, modernizing the facility,” said Mark Hissong, Vice President and General Manager of ATK Small Caliber Systems.

“Our daily focus on continuous improvement in all of our processes has resulted in the world’s best small caliber ammunition and a facility that will support the warfighter for years to come.”

ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with more than 18,000 employees in 22 states, Puerto Rico and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

Buck Commander & Duck Commander

ATK Announces Partnership With The Duck Commander and Buck Commander Brand

ATK

ANOKA, Minn. -(Ammoland.com)- ATK®, a leader in the commercial sporting goods and shooting industries, announces a new partnership with the Duck Commander and Buck Commander brands.

Effective immediately, ATK will assume the duties of selling the Duck and Buck Commander products as they relate to DVD’s, game calls, apparel and more. This relationship isn’t the first time ATK has partnered with the Buck Commander brand. Weaver® Optics, a brand owned by ATK, recently announced a signature series of riflescopes designed for the Buck Commander and their avid followers.

Duck and Buck Commander Gear
As the official sellers for the Duck and Buck Commander brands, ATK will assume responsibilities for the promotion and sales of all Commander products. Popular among hunters of all ages and locations, Duck Commander and Buck Commander gear lets consumers promote the brand proudly. Included in ATK’s catalog of items are such products as:
• DVD’s and CD’s
• Apparel
• Game calls
• Novelties
• Kitchen products

About the Duck Commander
Duck Commander Phil Robertson and his legendary band of waterfowl hunters bring their die-hard duck hunting to waterfowlers across the nation with their signature DVD series and television show Benelli Presents Duck Commander. From humble beginnings in the flooded timber of Louisiana, the Duck Commander has grown into a waterfowling sensation; thrilling duck hunters with their techniques, tactics and unique style of camaraderie.

About the Buck Commander
As an essential part of the famous Duck Commander, Willie Robertson goes beyond the duck blind to follow his passion for whitetails. The result is the Buck Commander brand. Widely known in the outdoor industry for his colorful personality and passion for hunting, Willie surrounds himself with his Buck Commander crew. Comprised of baseball greats Adam LaRoche, Chipper Jones Matt Duff, Tom Martin and Ryan Langerhans—each avid whitetail hunters—Willie and his team bring whitetail hunting to a whole new generation of hunters with their action-packed, humor-filled DVD’s and soon to be aired television show Buck Commander protected by Under Armour.

For more information on the Duck Commander and Buck Commander brands and their logo gear, visit www.duckcommander.com and www.buckcommander.com.

Montana Shooting Sports Association

Montana --(Ammoland.com)- I received a call yesterday morning from a staffer at the office of Montana’s lone Congressman Denny Rehberg.  In a meeting with military contractor ATK, Rehberg’s staff learned that ATK is withdrawing from the military brass “recycling” (destruction) program.  A similar message went out late yesterday from the offices of Montana Senators Max Baucus and Jon Tester.

Although I’d like to see a copy of the theoried memorandum from ATK to military installations canceling their brass destruction program, this already seems to me to be huge step in the right direction for ATK, and a reasonable step towards getting Department of Defense compliance with the 2009 congressional prohibition of military brass destruction.

Although ATK was complicit in a big chunk of military brass destruction, there is still a lot of military brass that has been destroyed all along apart from the ATK program and despite the 2009 congressional prohibition.  I’m still trying to learn what mechanisms may be available to enforce the congressional non-destruction mandate upon clueless or recalcitrant military installations.

Stay tuned.

About Montana Shooting Sports Association:
MSSA is the primary political advocate for Montana gun owners. Visit: www.mtssa.org

Montana Shooting Sports Association

MISSOULA, MT --(AmmoLand.com)- Having suffered a “Zumbo moment,” corporate giant ATK now seeks to redeem its image after its aggressive run at destroying all used military brass.

Even though ATK was actively soliciting military installations to join its brass destruction program as recently as last Wednesday, ATK said in a fresh press release on Friday, “ATK fully supports the provision passed by Congress last year to ensure that demilitarized spent brass casings remain available for civilian use.”

Industry and gun culture insiders report that ATK head Mark DeYoung is one of us, a gun owner and sportsman.

Great. However, to refurbish its image and get beyond this “Zumbo moment,” ATK will need to do more than simply post a statement announcing that it now fully supports a congressional ban on brass destruction enacted last year.

Two suggestions for ATK:

1. ATK could release a list of the military installations with which it has had Memoranda of Understanding to take and destroy fired brass, AND a list of the installations for which it has now canceled such MOUs; and
2. ATK could identify those employees responsible for both hatching and approving the ATK-sponsored program to destroy military brass, the people who approved pitching this program to military installations with the argument that allowing brass to be sold to the public somehow fosters domestic terrorism. Having identified those responsible, ATK could reassign those personnel to a commission-only job of hauling excess Lake City ammunition around the U.S. and selling that ammo to the public at shooting ranges and gun shows.

These two steps would go a long way towards reassuring the public that ATK is indeed a good corporate citizen and is actively complying with declared congressional intent.

Even if ATK is willing to go the extra mile to get beyond its “Zumbo moment,” that will still leave a pervasive problem in the U.S. military of non-compliance with the congressional prohibition of brass destruction. That problem will still need to be addressed, probably with further congressional action.

About Montana Shooting Sports Association:
MSSA is the primary political advocate for Montana gun owners. SAF is a national organization headquartered in Bellevue, WA that works nationally to advance the interests of gun owners. Visit: www.mtssa.org

Editorial Disclaimer: The opinions and views expressed above do not necessarily reflect those of the staff, AmmoLand Shooting Sports News, or other sponsors and partners. See the Editorial-Review Process for more details.

This was in response to MSSA’s questioning whether ATK was involved in an end-run around the rescinding order by the DOD to stop destroying once fired brass at US military bases. – AmmoLand.com

Once Fired Military Brass Casings

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, MN --(AmmoLand.com)-  ATK is a strong supporter of our armed forces, the shooting sports industry, second amendment rights and all of our customers who choose to reload ammunition.

In fact, ATK is a leader in the reloading market. The dated brochure and presentation have caused confusion in the marketplace and do not reflect the views of our company and will be immediately withdrawn.

As a service to our military customers, we routinely handle demil operations for various munitions and respond to requests from military installations for reclamation and recycling of military items.

Each contract is awarded through the military installation’s procurement process. The installations received fair value for the brass.

ATK fully supports the provision passed by Congress last year to ensure that demilitarized spent brass casings remain available for civilian use.

Montana Shooting Sports Association

Washington, DC --(AmmoLand.com)- The cure that was arranged by Montana Senators Baucus and Tester to fix the intended military destruction of once-fired cartridge brass last year appears to be suffering from a fatal end-run.

Interested persons will remember that a year ago, helpful intervention by Montana’s senators persuaded the Department of Defense to rescind a fresh DoD directive to military installation commanders requiring them to destroy once-fired brass, prior to selling it at auction into the civilian marketplace for ammunition reloading and other purposes.

An end-run is being done around the rescinding order through quiet and sweetheart side deals with installation commanders that is being aggressively promoted by ATK.

Some characters must be introduced to explain this story. ATK/Alliant Techsystems is the defense contractor that currently has the contract to operate the Army’s huge Lake City Arsenal, the last government-owned facility in the U.S. for production of small arms military ammunition. While other contracts to operate Lake City have been cost-plus, the contract ATK arranged allows ATK to retain profits of operation. Although government/private partnerships always seem to be strange creatures, the nature of the government/ATK partnership may be stranger than most.

Government Liquidation is another private entity that has an exclusive government franchise to sell surplus military equipment, from all military installations nationwide, to all bidders.

Until recently, most used cartridge brass sales were put up for public bid through Government Liquidations, bids available to scrap metal purchasers, foundries processing brass, and specialized cartridge brass processors that reconditioned millions of surplus cartridge brass for sale to commercial reloaders of civilian ammunition, and to civilians for ammunition loading. The steady supply of reloadable brass from military sources has been a sizable and essential component of the currently stressed ammunition market in the U.S.

Although the private Government Liquidations retains a fee for the auction services it provides, the bulk of income from Government Liquidations’ sales of surplus military property is directed into the U.S. Treasury, to be reallocated and appropriated by Congress, as needed.

In a recent turn, ATK has been aggressively promoting sweetheart side deals with military installation commanders for those commanders to sell used cartridge brass directly to ATK (which ATK then renders unsuitable for reloading), the income from which is deposited, NOT into the U.S. Treasury for reallocation by Congress, but into accounts controlled by installation commanders for installation operation.

ATK even provides portable equipment to demil tons of cartridge cases at the military installations, destroying the brass for reloading purposes. Because the destroyed cartridge case brass is not suitable for reloading, it cannot command a price driven by auction for the highest-value use of reloading. Military installation commanders sell the Alliant-destroyed brass to ATK at a private, non-auction, special price. Commanders are willing to accept the reduced price because the sale proceeds go to the commanders’ discretionary accounts and not back to the U.S. Treasury via Government Liquidations.

Quote from ATK program sales literature:

“Payment is made to Fort Irwin not DRMO [now Government Liquidations], so Fort Irwin utilizes the money that is generated from the Recycle project for other recycling efforts.”

ATK, then, ships this destroyed cartridge brass to the foundries from which ATK gets new stock for manufacturing new cartridge cases, offsetting in significant part what ATK would otherwise pay the foundries, and thereby increasing ATK’s profit from operating the Lake City Arsenal.

Government Liquidations suffers a substantial decrease in business since fired military brass has long been a most lucrative product they’ve traditionally handled.

Meanwhile, the big losers are the U.S. Treasury (U.S. taxpayers), and civilian ammunition consumers who will see higher prices and more shortages in the ammunition marketplace from this scheme. U.S. gun owners are effectively being taxed by this scheme to provide greater profits for ATK.

There is one additional motive at work here. In part, this juicy scheme is being sold to military installation commanders with the reasoning that “We cannot allow this reloaded ammunition to fall into the hands of militias.” The sell-direct-to-ATK idea is being sold to installation commanders as a way to deprive imagined U.S. civilian enemies of firepower.

Quotes from ATK program sales literature:

“Currently handling brass scrap for ATK Lake City — for sole purpose of recycling material and preventing any reloading of spent cases by the public with military grade brass.”

“Keeps Military Grade Brass from being re-loaded by unauthorized users.”

“To PREVENT anyone from using your scrap ammunition components for non-military purposes.” (Emphasis in the original)

“Assurability for the [military] installation, that no one can use this cartridge against law enforcement or our military personnel, by reloading the case.”

It’s time to cure this problem finally with congressional action. The Montana congressional delegation is spooling up to address this issue. Senators and Representatives from other states need to join the Montana delegation in fixing this problem finally with congressional direction to DoD to require that all expended military brass of civilian-useable calibers generated domestically goes through the public auction process. T

his will benefit the U.S. Treasury, America’s gun owners, and the adequacy of the ammunition marketplace.

About Montana Shooting Sports Association:
MSSA is the primary political advocate for Montana gun owners. SAF is a national organization headquartered in Bellevue, WA that works nationally to advance the interests of gun owners. Visit: www.mtssa.org

Federal Premium Personal Defense

Federal Premium® Brings Out Specialized Personal Defense® Shotshell loads

Shotguns are popular choices for home defense. Federal Premium went through extensive testing to find the best shotshell options for protection.

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ANOKA, Minn. – -(AmmoLand.com)- Federal Premium® Ammunition has announced new shotshells for self defense. These 12 and 20-gauge Personal Defense® brand options underwent extensive testing and provide excellent performance at close range. Available spring 2010.

Not just different packaging

Federal Premium pioneered the handgun self defense category with its Personal Defense offerings. These loads were designed for one thing: self defense. The same can be said about the new shotshell offerings. They’re loaded to ideal velocities and feature optimum patterns and penetration for self defense.

“We went to great lengths to develop these new loads,” said Brand Manager Rick Stoeckel. “We patterned thousands of rounds and exhaustively tested the penetration of these new loads in ballistic gelatin as well as wallboard. We want people to be protected, but we also wanted to make sure these loads wouldn’t over-penetrate in materials such as wallboard.”

The new loads are designed to provide the ultimate in close range protection. Keeping this in mind, Federal engineers worked to find loads that would stop threats immediately and wouldn’t put others in the home in unnecessary danger. They found that #4 buck in 12 and 20-gauge options achieved this performance.

Option featuring FLITECONTROL® Wad

Federal Premium is also offering a load that features the FLITECONTROL wad. This 9-pellet 00 Buck 2-3/4” offering uses the unique rear-braking wad for tight patterns and excellent consistency.

ATK

ANOKA, Minn. – -(AmmoLand.com)-  ATK Commercial Products, world leader in ammunition and hunting and shooting accessories technology announces its list of celebrities to attend the upcoming SHOT Show January 19-22.

MMA Champion Brock Lesnar headlines the group, which will be available at select times from Tuesday the 19th through Thursday the 21st at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

MMA Heavyweight fighting champ Brock Lesnar to sign autographs for Fusion Ammunition in Las Vegas; Buck Commander pro baseball players, Duck Commander, Jerry Miculek, Jim Scoutten, Tim Abell, Tim Bradley, Ron Schara also making appearances January 19-21

Following are times and personalities currently scheduled. Please check ATK booth number 14038 for full details and up to date information. Specific Buck and Duck Commander attendees may vary.

• Brock Lesnar: MMA Heavyweight Champion
Signing details: January 20 (see booth for times)
• Buck Commander: Willie Robertson, Chipper Jones, Adam LaRoche, Matt Duff, Ryan Langerhans and Tombo Martin
Signing details: January 19 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
• Duck Commander: Phil Robertson, Si Robertson, Willie Robertson, Jase Robertson and John Godwin
Signing details: January 20 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
• Jerry Miculek: 32-time world shooting champion
Signing details: January 19 from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. and January 20 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
• Jim Scoutten: Host of Shooting USA
Signing details: January 20 and 21 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
• Tim Bradley: World-class exhibition shooter
Signing details: January 19 and 21 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
• Tim Abell: Grateful Nation host
Signing details: January 20 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and January 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Ron Schara: Host of outdoor TV Show Minnesota Bound
Signing details: January 21 from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Alliant Techsystems (NYSE: ATK) has completed its first contract to supply non-standard (non-NATO) ammunition to the Afghan Security Forces (ASF), ahead of the original schedule.

The U.S. Army Contracting Command in Rock Island, Ill., awarded the $87 million contract to ATK in December 2008. The contract required ATK to lead a global supply chain effort to procure and deliver various small, medium, and large caliber ammunition, grenades, and aviation rockets, including mission-critical 57 mm rockets and 12.7 x 108 mm ammunition.

The supply of high-quality, non-standard ammunition directly supports the efforts of the ASF to secure Afghanistan’s borders and protect its citizens in the ongoing fight against insurgent forces.

“Successfully completing this contract once again demonstrates ATK’s commitment to delivering mission-critical, quality products on time. ATK has repeatedly delivered excellent performance in the global marketplace,” said Mark DeYoung, ATK Senior Vice President and President Armament Systems.

“We continue to leverage our technical capabilities, program and supply chain management competencies, and a proven business approach to build our global portfolio and pursue broader international market opportunities.”

ATK recently secured two additional NSA contracts: a three-year contract with the U.S. Army to supply non-standard ammunition to the ASF, and a separate U.S. Army contract to provide non-standard weapons to the ASF.

ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with more than 18,000 employees in 22 states, Puerto Rico and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.

ATK

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn - Alliant Techsystems (NYSE: ATK) has received a $5.8 million contract for ammunition from the Crane Division of the Naval Surface Warfare Center.

The contract is for the production of Mk318 5.56mm and Mk319 7.62mm caliber cartridges. The ammunition will be manufactured in Anoka, Minn.

The 5.56mm and 7.62mm products chosen by Crane were optimized under a development contract to complement gun maker Fabrique Nationale Herstal’s (FNH) newly released Special Operations Combat Assault Rifle (SCAR) weapon system.

The SCAR emerged from U.S Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)’s Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle program and is highly modular for easy adaptability to future upgrades and enhanced ammunition designs.

The contract ammunition is also compatible with existing 5.56mm and 7.62mm weapons systems and utilizes ATK’s unique barrier defeat projectile. This feature ensures proper functioning through barriers commonly encountered during warfare. ATK led the cartridge development contract for the Mk318 and Mk319.

“ATK’s ammunition will play a significant role in ensuring the Crane Division of the Naval Surface Weapons Center can perform its duties,” said Mark DeYoung, ATK Senior Vice President and President Armament Systems.

“This successful development effort demonstrates the design and production engineering strengths within our business to achieve our goal of meeting customer requirements. This is a clear example of how well our company works with emerging technologies to design programs that fit with market needs.”

The Crane Division is a shore command of the United States Navy under the Naval Sea Systems Command headquartered in Washington D.C. It’s located in Crane, Ind. and focused on harnessing the power of technology for the Warfighter.

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ATK is a premier aerospace and defense company with more than 18,000 employees in 22 states, Puerto Rico and internationally, and revenues of approximately $4.8 billion. News and information can be found on the Internet at www.atk.com.