New tech aims to make Marines more lethal shootersThe tools include shot tracking, instant feedback, new simulators and devices that improve technique.2 weeks ago
Next Generation Squad Weapon and optic exceed soldiers’ expectationsThe brigade will be fully fielded with the new weapons by September.4 weeks ago
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Marines will be getting these ‘tacticool’ over-the-ear headsetsArtillery and recon Marines are getting the first order of INVISIO's T5 headsets.5 years ago
A Marine rifle optic shortage nearly caused ‘critical impact’ in marksmanship trainingBy redistributing scopes and addressing maintenance problems, commanders fixed a looming optics problem for entry-level Marines.5 years ago
Air Force labs develop and field chemlight replacementForces use chemlights for a wide range of activities, from marking rooms during clearance operations to identifying friendly troops for aircraft.5 years ago
Hey, crayon eaters, these M27 rifles are built to be ‘Marine proof’ Heckler & Koch says in viral post“A fresh batch of M27 rifles leaving Georgia headed to the Devil Dogs," the Facebook post from Heckler & Koch starts.5 years ago
This 50-round drum magazine for 7.62mm could lighten the load for machine gunnersWhile the 30-round magazines are in use, the military is still evaluating the drum versions.5 years ago
This company is building ‘barrier-penetrating' 5.56mm rounds for the MarinesThe bullets are for penetrating barriers such as windshields and doors while still retaining enough mass and energy to be lethal against the target.5 years ago
Special operations snipers are getting a new, upgraded riflescope The scope gives shooters a more consistent picture when magnifying targets.5 years ago
Here’s one of the big guns competing to be SOCOM’s next lightweight medium machine gun The .338 NM machine gun is lighter than the current M240 in 7.62mm but can shoot with some of the same effects as the .50 caliber, a much heavier platform.5 years ago
The military is looking for a leap-ahead weapons fire control system. Could this system be the answer?Three of the basic requirements of the Next Generation Squad Weapon program's new fire control are met with the Sig Sauer BDX.5 years ago
Check out the new laser/light combo ‘pistol enhancer’ for the military’s new handgunThe pistol enhancer will give shooters quicker target acquisition in low-light situations.5 years ago