Next Generation Squad Weapons
Abstract
The Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) program will develop weapon systems to maintain overmatch and meet future force warfighter needs. The Next Generation Squad Weapon-Rifle (NGSW-R) is one variant of the Next Generation Squad Weapons. It is the planned replacement for the M4A1 Carbine and M16A2 Rifle in Close Combat Force and select support units during the next decade. The NGSW-R will provide capability improvements in accuracy, range, and lethality. The Next Generation Squad Weapon-Automatic Rifle (NGSW-AR) is another variant of Next Generation Squad Weapons. It is the planned replacement for the M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) in Close Combat Force and select support units during the next decade. The NGSW-AR combines the firepower and range of a machine gun with the precision and ergonomics of a carbine, yielding capability improvements in accuracy, range, and lethality. Development efforts for additional NGSW variants may follow to replace other legacy systems or provide additional enhanced capabilities.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2020
- Source ID
- FM4_0604601A_5_2040_PB_2020
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