Re: Let's design a new service rifle and cartridge...
Originally Posted by
JusticeM4
I'm no expert in ballistics or military weapons, but purely from a civilian opinion here is my take:
1. Why not the 300BLK on an AR platform, possibly SBR like the HK416 for CQB purposes? 10-16inch barrel with AAC flash hider depending on the Unit. Anything under 150yards, the 300BLK should suffice.
Issue a specific optic with 300BLK BDC from Trijicon or Aimpoint with the rifle.
2. SCAR16/17 or AR10. If I were to choose any other caliber other than 5.56 or 300BLK, I would go straight to 7.62NATO. Effective up to 800yards if needed.
No need for any other cartridges like 6.8/6.5/7.62x39 IMO.
There are times when you transition from close quarters to shooting across a valley before returning to base. A specialty caliber like 300blk probably isn't a good idea for general issue for that reason. Even city streets can be longer than 200 yds.
Last edited by Koshinn; 06-26-13 at 01:20.
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