Next Generation Squad Weapon and optic exceed soldiers’ expectationsThe brigade will be fully fielded with the new weapons by September.9 months ago
Soldiers test Next Generation Squad Weapon in extreme cold weatherA platoon from the 101st Airborne Division will be the first to field the new weapons later this year.11 months ago
Your ArmyArmy fielding new helmet that protects against small arms fireThe new helmet gives added protection at the same weight of the current helmet.
This unit has the M4 and SAW replacement and begins testing soonThe unit will test how mobile they are with new weapons as compared to legacy firearms.16 months ago
Army approves next phase for augmented reality deviceOver the next 18 months, the Army will add in cloud technology and review a feasible, affordable production plan for the device.17 months ago
New guns means new bullets, suppressors and tech for special opsAnd why not throw in some new explosives, too.21 months ago
Soldiers field-test technology, innovation at West Virginia mineThe Driving Innovation in Realistic Training event aimed to involve soldiers in developing and field-testing new tactics and technology.21 months ago
Javelin missile: Made by the US, wielded by Ukraine, feared by RussiaThe American-made FGM-148 Javelin has been making mincemeat of T-72s and T-90s in Ukraine, according to reports.3 years ago
The Neptune anti-ship missile: The weapon that may have sunk the Russian flagship MoskvaThe 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.3 years ago
Panzerfaust 3: The Cold War weapon wrecking Russian tanks in UkraineThough 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.3 years ago
Marines to field multibarrel sniper rifle to replace two existing weaponsThe rifle will replace both the Mk13 Mod 7 and the M40A6 sniper rifles.3 years ago
Army expects Next Generation Squad Weapon to get to its first unit by next yearAn unloaded XM5 rifle is two pounds heavier than an unloaded M4. But the XM250 is four pounds lighter than the M249 SAW.3 years ago