Originally Posted by
MegademiC
Yes 308 is better shot for shot than 5.55.
We should give our guys good 5.56 rounds.
Logistics needs to be factored in as well. 308 has its place, so does 556.
I still think a lotof complaints have to do with false expectations due to video game experience vs hunting. The latter teaches you a perfect chest shot won't result in a drop every time, regardless of caliber.
As for his analogy, yes, that's why fmj sucks, especially m855. 193 is a little better. Otm and soft points are the best. It's actually bullet design, not size that is importat, but size helps.
Absolutely agree. I'm not one that will try to argue the .223/5.56 is something it's not. But, it's far from an anemic caliber. With all the great defensive rounds out there, it really bugs me that our guys are handicapped by ammo restrictions. It's antiquated nonsense. I've long hoped that our leaders would say, "ef it", and equip our guys with some more effective projectiles. Not to mention adjusting our strategy and ROE while we're at it. But that's for a different thread.
Our enemies have no respect for these "rules of war", so take the chains off of our guys. Outside of a good-faith effort to mitigate civilian casualties, provide the troops with one objective. End the conflict, and come back home. Beyond that, let the military's leadership decide what equipment is necessary to accomplish that goal quickly and decisively.
Sorry...rant over. I'm just happy to see that I'm not the only one who thinks the US Military should be able to take advantage of some much better projectiles. Yes, the .308 is a better round. However, if the troops were given a choice between switching over to .308 or running any 5.56 load of their choice, I honestly think most would advocate for the latter option.
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