US Army’s New XM7 Rifle ‘Unfit’ for Modern Combat, Says Infantry Captain
A US Army infantry officer has criticized the service’s new XM7 assault rifle, claiming the Sig Sauer-made weapon falls short as a modern frontline firearm.
US Army to Build Ammo Factory for Next Generation Squad Weapon in Missouri
The US has contracted Olin Winchester to build an ammunition manufacturing facility in Missouri for the Next Generation Squad Weapon.
Firing Issues Delay Fielding of US Army Next-Gen Squad Weapon: Report
The US Army’s next-generation squad weapon will not be fielded on schedule after experiencing several firing issues, Breaking Defense reported.
US Army Mulls Outfitting Robot Dogs With Next-Gen Squad Weapon
The US Army is considering equipping its Vision 60 Quadruped Unmanned Ground Vehicles with the Next-Generation Squad Weapon.
US Army to Spend $331M on 18,000 Next-Gen Squad Weapons, Ammo
The US Army plans to invest up to $331 million in next-generation squad weapons, ammunition, and associated equipment.
US Army to Integrate Intelligence Platform on Next-Gen Squad Weapons
The US Army seeks to integrate an intelligence platform on its next-generation squad weapons to enhance their performance.
Sig Sauer Wins US Army Next Generation Squad Weapon Deal
The US Army has selected American arms manufacturer Sig Sauer to produce and deliver next-generation squad weapons and ammunition.
Vortex to Produce 250,000 Next-Gen Optics for US Army
Vortex Optics has been awarded a contract by the US military to produce approximately 250,000 Next Generation Squad Weapon optics.
US Army Confronts ‘Worrisome Erosion in Overmatch’ With New High-Tech Equipment
The US Army is looking to reclaim its decisive edge in close combat through modernization efforts including new high-tech gear and a more powerful squad rifle for frontline troops.
US Army wants $111 million for new NGSW rifle platform to boost firepower, range
The US Army is requesting $112 million to replace the M4A1 Carbine, M16 and M249 SAW with Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW) by 2021
