Select-fire weapons using intermediate cartridges (e.g., M4 Carbine, AK-74).

Compact weapons firing rifle-style cartridges for non-combat personnel (e.g., FN P90). 2. Rifles & Carbines

Common standards include 5.56×45mm (NATO) and 7.62×39mm (Soviet).

Standardizing silencers to improve communication and hide muzzle flash.

Use of polymers and carbon fiber to reduce soldier fatigue.

Transitioning from "iron sights" to LPVOs (Low Power Variable Optics).

Small Arms & Machine Guns [INSTANT — 2024]

Select-fire weapons using intermediate cartridges (e.g., M4 Carbine, AK-74).

Compact weapons firing rifle-style cartridges for non-combat personnel (e.g., FN P90). 2. Rifles & Carbines Small Arms & Machine Guns

Common standards include 5.56×45mm (NATO) and 7.62×39mm (Soviet). Select-fire weapons using intermediate cartridges (e

Standardizing silencers to improve communication and hide muzzle flash. Select-fire weapons using intermediate cartridges (e.g.

Use of polymers and carbon fiber to reduce soldier fatigue.

Transitioning from "iron sights" to LPVOs (Low Power Variable Optics).