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Police1 reviews the newest firearms, protective equipment and tactical technologies for law enforcement and SWAT on display at SHOT Show, the largest event of its kind in the world. During SHOT Show’s Industry Day at the Range, manufacturers introduce their latest products.

SHOT SHOW BOOTH BUZZ 2025
If you plan to attend SHOT Show 2025 in Las Vegas, January 21-24, be sure to visit these exhibitors to learn about the latest innovations they are showcasing in their booths.
Discover cutting-edge shooting range technology with Action Target, the global leader in end-to-end shooting range solutions. From range controls to target systems or shooting stalls, we provide innovative range solutions that guarantee success and simplify the process for customers who are planning to build, expand, or improve their shooting range facility. Ready to revolutionize your range? Visit us at SHOT Show booth #12816 for live demos of our latest products and services.
SHOT Show Booth #VE-2 : 30501: Founded in 2020, Hudson Supplies Corp. equips law enforcement with FASTmag®—USA made for rapid reloads—and premium gear from trusted global sources. We keep our most requested products in stock, delivering reliability when every second counts. Subscribe for insider deals and gear updates. Enjoy 10% off your first order with coupon POLICE1. Equip yourself with high-quality solutions trusted by tactical professionals nationwide. Visit our site now to stay mission-ready and maximize your performance.
SHOT Show Booth #41942: LiveFire Tactical Training, LLC is the inventor, developer, and distributor of the Type3MalfunctionRound (U.S. Patent #10,082,375). The Type3MalfunctionRound is made in the U.S.A.

It is a durable, re-usable, nylon dummy round, which simulates the type 3 double feed malfunction, exactly as it would be experienced in reality, under live fire training conditions.
SHOT Show Booth #10127: DryFireMag® for 12 years has produced a dryfire training device that fits into your pistol’s mag well. Resets trigger without racking the slide. Builds proper muscle memory. No alterations to pistol. Installs in seconds. Practice with YOUR weapon. Does not use firing pin. Laser option available. Used by federal, state, city agencies & all branches of military. Used by NRA instructors, training facilities, & security teams. Glock®, SigSauer®, XD®, S&W® M&P®, Shadow System® PRACTICE LIKE YOU SHOOT-SHOOT LIKE YOU PRACTICE! Made in the USA.
SHOT Show Booth #12832: Founded in 1919, O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc., is the oldest family-owned firearms manufacturer in America, and has provided every branch of the U.S. Military and law enforcement worldwide with reliable firearms for decades. Mossberg continues this legacy with their Professional Series of pump-action and autoloading shotguns and bolt-action rifles. These firearms receive enhanced quality control and are optimized for their intended use. When it counts most, you won’t find a more reliable partner than Mossberg.
KelTec® is a family owned firearms innovator based in Cocoa, FL and Rock Springs, WY. They pioneered today’s concealed carry handguns and are known for groundbreaking designs like the folding SUB200™ carbine, KSG® bullpup shotgun, and P50™ pistol. KelTec continues to lead with new releases debuting at SHOT Show in booth #11238. Sign up online for the KelTec Insider newsletter to stay updated.
Experience the unmatched durability and performance of Garmont Tactical boots, built for any mission. Whether you’re on the front lines, patrolling the streets, or tackling rugged terrain, our boots deliver the support, protection, and confidence you need. Stop by SHOT Show booth #31306 to preview our new law enforcement boots, the T8 ATHENA LE and T8 DEFENSE LE, and see why Garmont Tactical is trusted by those who protect and serve.
Discover Special Opportunities at Our SHOT Show Booth! Win Blanton’s Bourbon: Enter to win one of two bottles of the coveted Blanton’s Bourbon Whiskey. Win a Limited Edition Timepiece: Enter to win “The Line” by Egard Watch Company—one of 500 pieces honoring Law Enforcement, with $80 per purchase supporting national law enforcement memorial funds. Support a Cause: For every Traka product demonstration, we’ll donate $5 to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

Visit us at SHOT Show booth #40516 to explore how Traka’s innovative solutions can enhance your department’s efficiency and security. Don’t miss out!
SHOT Show Booth #40008: Civilian Warfighter offers the only visual disruptor available for police, security, military, and personal protection. Prior versions were restricted to only military, but now law enforcement and government agencies can have these life-saving tools.
It creates a wide overpowering beam to steal your target’s vision.
The CERBERUS can be weapon mounted or used as a stand-alone tool.
Disorient, delay, defuse, and disarm your target with military levels of visual disruption.
Situational Awareness – Justified Response – CERBERUS
SHOT Show Booth #72205: Unveiling at SHOT Show 2024—PepperBall® introduces the all-new TAC-SA PRO PLUS™, Sentry 68™, and PepperBall® BURST™. Designed to meet the evolving needs of law enforcement, these cutting-edge non-lethal tools deliver unmatched performance in daily patrol, crowd management, and rapid response. PepperBall continues to lead in providing safe, effective solutions that help officers de-escalate and control situations with confidence. Visit Booth 72205 to experience the future of non-lethal solutions. Learn more at pepperball.com
InVeris Training Solutions’ unmatched expertise in training technology provides customized, cutting-edge solutions to keep military, law enforcement and commercial range clients safe, prepared, and ready to serve–Because Seconds Matter™. InVeris is the global leader in integrated live-fire and virtual weapons training solutions, fielding over 15,000 live-fire ranges and 5,100 FATS virtual systems worldwide.
For over 50 years, Streamlight, Inc. has set the standard for rugged, high-performance lighting trusted by professionals and enthusiasts alike. Get ready to experience the new ProTac® Rail Mount HP-X Pro—a long gun light that delivers an unbeatable combination of high candela, powerful lumen output, and 648 meter beam. Stop by SHOT Show Booth #11468 to see it in action and discover what’s lighting up the industry!
SHOT Show Booth #42037: HCI Environmental & Engineering excels in providing comprehensive firing range maintenance for military, law enforcement agencies and public ranges. Our services ensure lead regulation compliance, helping to prevent costly fines and avoid range closures. We offer full-service cleaning, hazardous waste disposal, and bullet trap maintenance, including rubber mining and fire retardant applications. HCI supplies high-grade Paragon rubber and elixir to maintain peak performance. With over 30 years of expertise, we keep your range safe, operational, and regulation-compliant.
POLICE1 REPORTS FROM SHOT SHOW 2025
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Transform live fire training with real-world scenarios, dynamic analytics and enhanced shooter feedback
Get your hands on some of our favorite firearms range bags, training accessories, weapon lights, holsters and tools
SHOT SHOW 2025 PRE-EVENT COVERAGE
From ultra-fast Sim-X ammo to the latest ballistic helmet and virtual training tools, discover how these innovations are reshaping law enforcement
Mossberg’s Professional Series shotguns set a new standard for law enforcement, military and enthusiasts — rigorously tested at the legendary Gunsite Academy
Adaptable, durable and easy to assemble — the TAC House empowers trainers with endless configurations to enhance SWAT and building-clearing exercises
From innovative XTU pants to versatile Sigurd shirts, the 5.11 V.XI line delivers high-performance tactical uniforms designed for durability, flexibility and all-day comfort
You don’t need to wait until SHOT Show 2025 begins to get your hands on some of our favorite firearms range bags, training accessories, weapon lights, holsters and tools
If you can’t make it to Las Vegas, there are plenty of ways to stay updated on the latest firearms, tactical gear and protective equipment for law enforcement
Ruger’s RXM combines Glock-inspired reliability with innovative modularity, backed by Magpul’s expertise, to create a competitive new handgun
SHOT Show FAQ

When is SHOT Show 2025?

SHOT Show is held each year in Las Vegas. SHOT Show 25 is Tuesday January 21 to Friday, January 25. Some SHOT Show related events, like a charity golf tournament and supplier showcase, begin a few days before SHOT Show formally opens.

The premiere pre-show events for law enforcement are the Law Enforcement and Armed Forces Kickoff Meet and Greet on Monday evening, January 20 and the Law Enforcement Education Program (LEEP), all day Tuesday, January 21. The LEEP program continues on Wednesday and Thursday.

The other notable pre-show event is the SHOT Show Industry Day at the Range, Monday, January 20, 2025. Range Day is held at the Boulder Rifle and Pistol Club, with firearms and accessories demos and hands-on shooting opportunities.

Where is SHOT Show 2025?

SHOT Show is in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum. Attendees can experience more than 2,500 exhibits as well as education and training sessions during SHOT Show.

How much are SHOT Show tickets?

The a law enforcement buyer fee in 2025 is $45. A law enforcement non-buyer SHOT Show fee in 2025 is $225 per person. Other fees are based on a person’s role as a buyer or non-buyer and membership in the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF). An NSSF member buyer fee is $45 and $195 for a non-member.

View more information on registration fees and other SHOT Show FAQs.

Why is SHOT Show not open to the public?

SHOT Show is a business-to-business tradeshow for sellers and buyers, including government entities, like law enforcement agencies, in the shooting, hunting and outdoor trades. The show is not designed for consumers to interact with brands and products, but instead the commercial buyers and sellers of law enforcement and tactical products.

Sworn law enforcement officers need to give proof of employment to register for SHOT Show. Other attendees should review the SHOT Show admission requirements.

What is SHOT Show LEEP?

The Law Enforcement Education Program is an opportunity just for law enforcement professionals to learn protection measures and tactics.

Police1 Presents: LEEP Forward! On Monday, January 20 to kickstart the LEEP experience. The two-hour program will feature the Shots Fired podcast co-hosts, Kyle Shoberg and Mark Redlich, Gen. Rober Neller, Lanny Barnes and Stacy Barnes, Codey Gandy of Echelon Front and Dean Stott, star of Netflix’s Toughest Forces on Earth.

LEEP continues Tuesday and Wednesday. View the other LEEP sessions.

INDUSTRY DAY AT THE RANGE 2024
Savage Arms, Franklin Armory and Mack’s Live Fire BTX made an impression
As much fun as ballistic therapy was for me at the range, I was shocked and surprised how many other fantastic products were on display
It was a thrilling day of testing and exploring Beretta’s latest offerings in firearms, including the Sako 90S and the revamped Beretta 92GTS
POLICE1 REPORTS FROM SHOT SHOW 2024
Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries, survival ammo and a Faraday bag caught my attention
Let’s review some of the new products transforming police firearms training and improving officer safety
From an automated targeting system designed to enhance shooting accuracy like never before to a nearly recoilless rifle, I witnessed an array of industry innovations
I have to tell you, the knife companies really made me put on my thinking cap this year
Attending SHOT Show is a marathon event — here’s just a small selection of the booths I plan to visit in Vegas
Check out these three product reviews I snagged just before the show — including one ‘bodacious’ knife
COMPLETE COVERAGE
Visit Booth 75507 in Caesars Forum for hands-on demonstrations of the V-XR Extended Reality Training Headset, V-XR Scenarios, the V-300 Immersive Use of Force Simulator and more
Visit 5.11 during SHOT Show in Caesars Forum at booth #72448
The UMX 414 Platform is setting a new global standard in less lethal de-escalation solutions
Precision meets performance in competitive shooting
Visit X-Vision Optics at Booth #72814 in the Caesars Forum
Experience the legacy of CHiPs with exclusive giveaways and meet-and-greet opportunities
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office BearCat G3 will be located at booth 10971, on Level 2 of the Venetian Expo
The partnership will provide a training experience that combines high-fidelity simulation scenarios with real-world tactical instruction to enhance weapon handling proficiency
Tactical knives are practical and versatile tools to have in the field. Here are eight highly-rated options, with product descriptions.
Gain access to a powerhouse lineup of top tactical thought leaders and experts who will deliver actionable insights drawn from their extraordinary careers
From knives to firearms security, here is how to get your hands on the newest gear right now
In 2024, the fats® platform will celebrate 40 years in the virtual training industry where they are known as the pioneer and innovator in small arms training
Expansion of scenario and character libraries, coupled with recoil kit enhancements, highlights VirTra’s active drive to elevate realism in training
Highlighting the innovative technologies Avient will be presenting at Industry Day at the Range is the next-generation Dyneema® unidirectional (UD) material
The DANIEL H9 has everything demanded of a modern, striker-fired handgun, like ambidextrous controls, an accessory rail, optics compatibility, and more
My surgeon says it will be at six months before I can live fire a pistol again. Here’s how I plan to stop my skills from perishing with these SHOT Show products
The world’s largest firearms trade show continues to expand, attracting thousands of industry professionals from across the globe
The Walther PDP Steel Frame elevates the shooting experience and takes performance to the next level
“Shooting Performance, not Procedure; Elevating Law Enforcement Training” will concentrate on protection measures and practical execution
The washable shirt can go under a uniform or vest
The new products include pocketknives and gloves that are made especially for first responders
With so many options, making informed decisions can seem difficult — establishing clear criteria is essential to facilitate this decision-making process
See a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado outfitted with the new SeatVault Drawer, All-Weather Line Drawer System, and the brand new TruckGlide
The mounts feature a precision machined footprint for a Trijicon RMR reflex sight