6.8mm vs 5.56x45mm

MacArther · 12-03-2007, 01:03 PM

Ok, I've heard of this upgunning of the US M16 and M4 series for a while now, but is it going to happen anytime, or is it just wishful thinking?

Matt308 · 12-03-2007, 01:28 PM

At this point? Wishful thinking. DoD is not embracing the idea. SpecOps has played around with it though.

SoD Stitch · 12-03-2007, 02:12 PM

As far as I know (and I certainly don't know everything), all of the new & proposed assault rifles for the US military are still sticking to 5.52mm & 7.62mm NATO rounds; even the H&K XM-8, the Alliant Techsystems XM-29 OICW, and the still-born Fabrique Nationale SCAR, were all developed in 5.52 and/or 7.62mm.

lesofprimus · 12-03-2007, 03:04 PM

And its a shame.... The 6.8 is a hell of alot better cartridge.... Too bad theres a surplus of 60 million rounds of 5.56.....

Matt308 · 12-03-2007, 03:08 PM

I think you mistyped, Les. You mean 'billions'.