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SEC filingVirTra, Inc. reported Q1 2026 revenue of $3.5 million, down 51% year-over-year, with a net loss of $1.3 million and diluted EPS of $(0.12), amid revenue timing delays.
VirTra's Q1 2026 results reflect significant revenue timing variability, with total revenue dropping 51% to $3.5 million from $7.2 million in the prior-year quarter, primarily due to customers from Q3/Q4 2025 bookings unable to accept deliveries. This shift increased the mix of Subscription Training Equipment Partnership (STEP) revenue, which carries lower gross margins as it's recognized over contract life, compressing overall gross margin to 61% from 73%. Operating expenses were managed down to $3.5 million from $3.8 million, but the lower topline drove a $1.3 million operating loss versus $1.4 million income last year. Net loss stood at $1.3 million or $(0.12) per diluted share, reversing prior-year profitability. Adjusted EBITDA was $(0.9) million, down from $1.7 million. Despite the quarterly softness, operational highlights include $3.8 million in bookings and a $25.2 million backlog at quarter-end, signaling a robust pipeline. CEO John Givens highlighted re-engaging customers amid reopening funding programs, doubled qualified leads from a refined commercial strategy, and interest in new products like drone defense training and APEX analytics, with international contract wins. CFO Alanna Boudreau noted disciplined cost control and a strong balance sheet, with cash at $17.9 million. Management anticipates improved sales momentum in the second half of 2026 as procurement normalizes, positioning VirTra to capitalize on demand in law enforcement, military, and emerging threat training.