Garmin Ltd. is reporting that it has acquired Applied Ballistics, a provider of ballistic research, projectile data and integrated solver technologies dedicated to enhancing accuracy. The acquisition reportedly extends Garmin’s ability to provide comprehensive solutions for customers across its tactical, shooting sports and hunting markets.
Financial terms of the acquisition will not be disclosed.
“Applied Ballistics is a natural complement to Garmin’s outdoor and tactical product portfolio,” commented Brad Trenkle, co-COO, Garmin Ltd. “Building on a successful relationship spanning nearly 10 years, this acquisition brings industry-leading software, proprietary projectile data and precision firing solutions in-house. By bringing our teams together, we can accelerate innovation and deliver even more capable, integrated solutions to customers who depend on accuracy.”
Garmin said that Applied Ballistics develops professional-grade ballistic solvers and radar-validated projectile models for hunters, competitive shooters and other long-range customers.
“The company continues to expand its ecosystem of connected products, helping users improve accuracy, better understand their equipment and share trusted ballistic data across devices and applications—providing an unparalleled, science-based approach to long-range shooting,” Garmin said.
Headquartered in Howard City, Michigan, the Applied Ballistics portfolio includes the Applied Ballistics Quantum app, a premier ballistic solver and ecosystem management program that enables users to optimize their performance and make informed decisions.
Images and video courtesy Applied Ballistics, LLC
