New rocket rounds give Marines ways to stay hidden while firing
The current version of the launcher creates a bright flash and large smoke cloud when fired, potentially giving away the position of Marines.
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New tech aims to make Marines more lethal shooters
The tools include shot tracking, instant feedback, new simulators and devices that improve technique.
Next Generation Squad Weapon and optic exceed soldiers’ expectations
The brigade will be fully fielded with the new weapons by September.
The best headlamps and flashlights for every need
The difference between success and failure is often the difference between the right flashlight or headlamp.
Glock debuted two new pistols at this year's SHOT Show
Glock showed off the 19X-MOS variant of the tried-and-true G19, and new G49 which combines the best of two of their most popular models.
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.
New thermal optic shows bullets in flight, details a mile away
Machine gunners and snipers can "walk" rounds on target at long ranges with the optic.
Tim Kennedy takes veteran suicide forum to nation’s largest gun show
Tim Kennedy ― a Green Beret and former UFC fighter ― is prepared to be called other things when he engages with gun owners about veterans' suicide.
New helmet-mounted power, data combo devices premiere at SHOT Show
Two companies showcase ways to power and transfer data to helmet-mounted devices, a key space-saving option for soldiers carrying more tech than ever.
Army to field new rifle, machine gun and optic in 2024
Soldiers with the 101st Airborne Division will be the first to field the new weapons and optics.
Marine Corps seeks lighter .50-caliber ammo for agility in battle
The Corps has asked ammunition vendors whether they could manufacture cartridges 24%-30% lighter than what Marines currently carry.
Soldiers field-test technology, innovation at West Virginia mine
The Driving Innovation in Realistic Training event aimed to involve soldiers in developing and field-testing new tactics and technology.
Javelin missile: Made by the US, wielded by Ukraine, feared by Russia
The American-made FGM-148 Javelin has been making mincemeat of T-72s and T-90s in Ukraine, according to reports.
The Neptune anti-ship missile: The weapon that may have sunk the Russian flagship Moskva
The sinking of the Moskva is arguably Russia's lowest point in its invasion of Ukraine — so far. Here's the weapon that may have killed it.
Panzerfaust 3: The Cold War weapon wrecking Russian tanks in Ukraine
Though it has its roots in fighting Soviets in World War II, the Panzerfaust 3 antitank rocket is now being used against the Russians again — in Ukraine.
Marines to field multibarrel sniper rifle to replace two existing weapons
The rifle will replace both the Mk13 Mod 7 and the M40A6 sniper rifles.
Army expects Next Generation Squad Weapon to get to its first unit by next year
An unloaded XM5 rifle is two pounds heavier than an unloaded M4. But the XM250 is four pounds lighter than the M249 SAW.
