101st Airborne first Army unit to field Next Generation Squad Weapons

Summary

1. The XM7 rifle is slated to replace the M4 carbine.
2. The XM250 automatic rifle will replace the M249 Squad Automatic Weapon.
3. The weapons are set for use by close combat forces, such as infantry and special operations.

References

• Media Check: Military Times - Media Bias Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY) 
• Collections | The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC.