SOCOM Seeks Lightweight Machine Gun
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The US Special Operations Command is developing a 10-pound 5.56mm machine gun, expected to begin field testing in 2028. The Flyweight Assault Machine Gun aims to provide a more portable and efficient firearm for special operators.
Why it matters
The development of a lightweight machine gun could significantly enhance the mobility and effectiveness of special operations forces, allowing them to operate more freely in a variety of environments.
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