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[Mike1976]

That seems… highly unlikely. The last B-2s were assembled almost 2 decades ago. More likely to buy extra B-21s.

Don't underestimate uneducated stupidity paying out of other people's wallet.

 

[Mike1976]

BAE Systems Wins $184M Contract to Supply 30 ACV-30 Amphibious Combat Vehicles to U.S. Marines

BAE Systems secures $184M contract to build 30 ACV-30 amphibious combat vehicles for the U.S. Marines, boosting littoral combat firepower.

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[Mike1976]

Why U.S. Asks Lebanon to Return GBU-39 Guided Bomb That Did Not Detonate During Israeli Airstrike

U.S. officials want Lebanon to return an intact GBU-39 from an Israeli strike, citing risks that its classified guidance tech could reach hostile groups.

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[Redav]

Canada joins SAFE

Canada joins EU's €150 billion SAFE defense program

The European Union (EU) and Canada have concluded negotiations granting Canada participation in the new defense procurement instrument, Security Action for Europe (SAFE).

www.navaltoday.com

 

[Mark Sman]

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US Air Force Thunderbird F-16C crashes during winter training near Trona, California on December 3, 2025, with pilot ejecting safely.

 

[Mike1976]

U.S. Army Places New Order for Mossberg 590A1 Shotguns

O.F.Mossberg & Sons has been awarded an additional U.S.Army contract valued at roughly $11.6 million for more 590A1 pump-action shotguns.

www.thefirearmblog.com

 

[Mark Sman]

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I realize Gun Jesus does not normally fit into this thread. But in this case his critique of the new 6.8x51mm and the M7 rifle seems appropriate.

Long story short WTF is US DoD DoW thinking? Range and armor penetration.
But drones exist.
Ian gives some historical context, both recent and further back, on what direct fire engagement range is even possible.


My own lazy theory as a Grand Marshall (got promoted again) of Combined Armchair Forces Executive (CAFE):
The M7 will take the new prize as shortest serving general issue rifle. And voila it is the new M-14 to M-21 DMR. History does repeat repeat itself.

 

[Mark Sman]

U.S. Army Places New Order for Mossberg 590A1 Shotguns

O.F.Mossberg & Sons has been awarded an additional U.S.Army contract valued at roughly $11.6 million for more 590A1 pump-action shotguns.

www.thefirearmblog.com

Fantastic shotguns. I just broke the ejector in my 870, again. I think I am done and moving on to Mossberg. Not a 590A1, but something in the 500 series.

 

[Mike1976]

The M7 will take the new prize as shortest serving general issue rifle. And voila it is the new M-14 to M-21 DMR. History does repeat repeat itself.

Except the AR platform lends itself to the DMR role unlike the M-14 so less money should theoretically need to be wasted on redesignating it. The M-21 was a bodge job of the M-14 was a bodge job of the M-1. There is nothing wrong with the M7's dad (Sig Spear LT).

80,000 psi should be ok for a DMR's lower round count. The issue is with it being brought to the M250 as well. I'm sure the parts are more durable, but the rifling is still going to get chewed up.

If the army wants increased range, lethality and effect against body armor without upending the entire logistics chain they should go with the 77gr. and the rifle a Sig Spear LT, but that wouldn't be flashy enough for the glamour kittens in procurement.

 

[Mark Sman]

Except the AR platform lends itself to the DMR role unlike the M-14 so less money should theoretically need to be wasted on redesignating it. The M-21 was a bodge job of the M-14 was a bodge job of the M-1. There is nothing wrong with the M7's dad (Sig Spear LT).

80,000 psi should be ok for a DMR's lower round count. The issue is with it being brought to the M250 as well. I'm sure the parts are more durable, but the rifling is still going to get chewed up.

If the army wants increased range, lethality and effect against body armor without upending the entire logistics chain they should go with the 77gr. and the rifle a Sig Spear LT, but that wouldn't be flashy enough for the glamour kittens in procurement.

And since Sig has coincidentally won the procurement for the pistol, the rifle, and the squad (section?) automatic.

Well, these aren't the droids we are looking for, move along, move along.

 

[Redav]

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Gezzzz what could go wrong with that , right? RIGHT?

 

[Mike1976]

Now just to add 96 VLS cells, space for multiple helicopters and rig the turbolasers up to an additional powerplant and then wonder why it's so big, slow, expensive and behind schedule

U.S. selects Damen LST-100 landing ship design for new Marine Corps troop and equipment transport

U.S. Navy selects the Damen LST 100 design for the Medium Landing Ship program, strengthening future U.S. Marine Corps littoral mobility.

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[Mike1976]

U.S. Air Force B-1B bombers return to a rebuilt runway powering future B-21 Raider missions

B-1B bombers return to Ellsworth AFB after a major runway rebuild, restoring long-range strike capacity and paving the way for the B-21 Raider era.

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[Mike1976]

U.S. Space Force Activates Lockheed’s Next-Gen Radar for Advanced Deep-Space Missile Warning

The Long Range Discrimination Radar enters service at Clear SFS, strengthening U.S. missile warning as rivals advance long-range strike systems.

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[Mike1976]

Castelion secures $350 million to ramp up U.S Blackbeard hypersonic missile output

Castelion’s 350 million dollar investment push accelerates Blackbeard hypersonic production and advances US efforts to compete with China and Russia.

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[Mike1976]

U.S. Abrams SEPv3 Tank Trials PERCH Loitering Drone Launcher for Beyond Line of Sight Strikes

GDLS tests its PERCH launcher on Abrams SEPv3 tanks, giving U.S. armor a new beyond line of sight reconnaissance and strike option.

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[Mike1976]

Super Hornet Seen With Rare SLAM-ER Missile Loadout On Yemen Mission

The highly accurate AGM-84H/K was among the varied collection of precision-guided munitions used during U.S. operations against Houthi targets earlier this year. The highly accurate AGM-84H/K was among the varied collection of precision-guided munitions used during U.S. operations against Houthi...

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[Mike1976]

Navy Recovers Crashed Super Hornet, Seahawk From Bottom Of South China Sea

The aircraft from the carrier USS Nimitz had both crashed on the same night within a half-hour of each other.

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[Mike1976]

E-7 Wedgetail Radar Jet Program Cancellation Reversal Advances In Congress

Lawmakers are pushing back on Pentagon plans to buy E-2 Hawkeyes instead of E-7s, as the Air Force looks to push more capabilities into space.

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[Mike1976]

Northrop Grumman Lands $100 Million Air Force Deal to Pioneer Advanced Long-Range Strike Systems

The Pentagon has awarded Northrop Grumman up to 100 million dollars to advance SiAW and AARGM ER, reinforcing U.S. strike options against modern air defenses.

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