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2020-04-11 Science & Technology

German gunmaker starts deliveries of US Army's new squad marksman rifles

[Stars & Stripes] KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany ‐ German firearms manufacturer Heckler & Koch has shipped the first batch of its new M110A1 Squad Designated Marksman Rifles to the U.S. Army.

Between 5,000 and 6,000 of the new rifles will be delivered to the Army through mid-2021, a company statement said.

The SDMR will add much-needed capabilities to virtually every squad in the Army, making it a top priority for the company despite the difficulties caused by the coronavirus pandemic, HK-USA President and Chief Operating Officer Michael Holley said in the statement.

The new weapons system will replace modified M-16s and 1950s-era M-14s, used over the past decade in the conflicts in Afghanistan and the Middle East.

Posted by Besoeker 2020-04-11 00:00|| || Front Page|| [23 views ] Top

#1 7.62×51mm should be an improvement over the 5.56mm round. The rifle is heavier than the M16.

Posted by JohnQC 2020-04-11 09:23|| 2020-04-11 09:23|| Front Page Top

#2 Similar to the changing of an MRAP tire, I predict SPC Susan Tentpeg will have a challenging time toting the M110A1 and ammo.

Posted by Besoeker 2020-04-11 09:27|| 2020-04-11 09:27|| Front Page Top

#3 I still prefer the M-14.

Posted by Cesare 2020-04-11 09:55|| 2020-04-11 09:55|| Front Page Top

#4 The M110 has been in use for more than 10 years. HK take over the contract?

Posted by Neville and Tenille3829 2020-04-11 10:14|| 2020-04-11 10:14|| Front Page Top

#5 M-14 was my best long range success at the Edson Range at Camp Pendleton. 500 yards slow fire in the prone position. Iron sights and Dog target, 20/20.

Posted by NoMoreBS 2020-04-11 12:05|| 2020-04-11 12:05|| Front Page Top

#6 I have a Springfield M1A. I bought both Jerry Kuhnhausen's books and have read a few articles by Gus Norcross. It can be a very accurate rifle but it takes work. I recommend both authors to anyone who works on their own M14 / M1A.

Posted by M. Murcek 2020-04-11 13:41|| 2020-04-11 13:41|| Front Page Top

#7 Bula Defense in Cleveland, OH makes everything needed for a true left handed M-14 style rifle.

Posted by M. Murcek 2020-04-11 13:44|| 2020-04-11 13:44|| Front Page Top

#8 I predict SPC Susan Tentpeg will have a challenging time toting the M110A1 and ammo

No problem B'. Got to recall those old B&W films from the days of the old British Empire. "Gun bearer, bring me my gun!" For 'diversity' you know.

Ever see old B&W photos from WW2. Two medic stretcher bearers carrying a WIA. Look today, four medic stretcher bearers carrying a WIA. Guess why? /rhet question

Posted by Procopius2k 2020-04-11 15:45|| 2020-04-11 15:45|| Front Page Top

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