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Contenders get a chance to fire the XM7 and XM250, future replacements for the M4 and M249 respectively. Soldiers from across the nation compete in the National Best Warrior Competition in Jericho, VT Aug 3-9, 2024. All competitors are victors of previous regional competitions, where they have proved their competence in a series of events that test individual soldier knowledge, skills, and endurance. (Utah Army National Guard photo by Rob Harnden)

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The M7 Rifle Just Got Lighter – But Is It Really Better Than the M4 Carbine?

Key Points and Summary – The Army’s M7 rifle is finally reaching frontline units, starting with Pacific-focused formations and the 101st Airborne, as the...

Steve Balestrieri5 hours ago

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M16A4: The Marine Corps Rifle That Had to Be Retired

Key Points – The M16A4 served as the primary service rifle for the US Marine Corps from 1997 until 2015. -Essentially an M16A2 with...

Steve BalestrieriJune 6, 2025

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M4 Carbine: The Rifle the U.S. Military Can’t Give Up

Key Points – The M4 carbine, a compact derivative of the M16 rifle tracing its roots to the Vietnam-era CAR-15, became the ubiquitous weapon...

Brent M. EastwoodMay 28, 2025

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Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

The M7 Rifle Just Got Lighter – But Is It Really Better Than the M4 Carbine?

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

M16A4: The Marine Corps Rifle That Had to Be Retired

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M4 Carbine: The Rifle the U.S. Military Can’t Give Up

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