New Army ammo facility to supply millions of 6.8 mm rounds annuallyThe 450,000-square-foot plant in Independence, Missouri, is expected to be fully operational by 2028.By Todd South2 months ago
US Army ammo plant boosts artillery shell production for UkraineA Pennsylvania ammo plant that makes a key artillery shell in Ukraine’s fight against Russia has managed to boost production by 50% to meet surging demand.9 months ago
Drone killing Marines: Corps seeks ‘buckshot-like’ counter-drone gearThe brass wants to see every Marine become a drone destroyer.By Todd South10 months ago
Sig Sauer wants to be ‘the small arms company of the US military’The company won the handgun, rifle and automatic rifle, 6.8mm rifle contracts and is competing for the medium machine gun replacement.By Todd South16 months ago
Army to field new rifle, machine gun and optic in 2024Soldiers with the 101st Airborne Division will be the first to field the new weapons and optics.By Todd South17 months ago
Marine Corps seeks lighter .50-caliber ammo for agility in battleThe Corps has asked ammunition vendors whether they could manufacture cartridges 24%-30% lighter than what Marines currently carry.By Irene Loewenson17 months ago