Steyr's New AUG 77A1 MOD "Nightfighter" For Austrian Armed Forces

By James Reeves

In a significant move towards modernizing its military capabilities, the Austrian Armed Forces have introduced the Steyr AUG 77A1 MOD “Nightfighter” into their arsenal. Unveiled during the “Tag der Offenen Tür” (Open House Day) at the Liechtenstein Barracks in Allentsteig, the rifle is part of the broader “Mission Vorwärts” (“Mission Forward”) initiative spearheaded by the Ministry of Defense.Note that the content of this article is all derived from the Austrian public record. Any information I have about this program from Steyr that I can share will be contained in a TFBTV video about the 77A1 MOD after that video has been reviewed and designated as non-confidential.Enhanced Night Combat CapabilitiesThe AUG 77A1 MOD Nightfighter is an advanced iteration of the iconic Steyr AUG platform. What sets this model apart is its special infrared (IR) camouflage coating, making it nearly invisible to IR night vision devices. This feature significantly enhances the night combat capabilities of Austrian soldiers, providing an edge in low-light or nocturnal operations.

Source: The Firearm Blog