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The Army wants this many new rifles, machine guns by next year
The first unit equipped is scheduled for early 2024.
By Todd South
Latest "Next Generation Squad Weapon" stories
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New name selected for Army’s Next Generation Squad Weapon
The light machine gun will retain its M250 designation.
By Todd South
New rifle, light machine gun headed to close combat troops
The weapons are going to infantry, scouts, combat engineers and special operations.
By Todd South
Shooting farther with more punch: The Army finally found an M4 and SAW replacement
Soldiers, special operators and Marines in the near future will carry a first-of-its kind rifle and light machine gun.
By Todd South
Army chooses Sig Sauer to build its Next Generation Squad Weapon
The weapon has an advanced optic, shoots 6.8mm and will replace the M4 carbine and M249 SAW.
By Todd South
Get ready for ‘computer-assisted’ shooting with the Army’s new optic
The Army is slated to pick the actual weapon in the coming months.
By Todd South