SHOT Show 2016: Galil ACE 7.62 NATO
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DefenceTalkAfter seeing the new x-95 Bullpup we had to check out the new 7.62 NATO Galil ACE rifle. Pretty awesome setup here, can’t wait to see these on the market.https://www.defencetalk.com/shot-show-2016-galil-ace-7-62-nato-66447/
The Smart Gun Evolves, Canada Develops New Assault Rifle Concept
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DefenceTalkMore firepower, improved accuracy and smart integrated accessories that connect to command and control networks are the headline features of the new integrated assault rifle concept that Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) and Colt Canada have developed for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). The prototype, in development since 2009 through the Soldier Integrated Precision […]https://www.defencetalk.com/the-smart-gun-evolves-canada-develops-new-assault-rifle-concept-62914/
TrackingPoint Announces Three New Precision-Guided Bolt-Action Rifles
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DefenceTalkSHOT Show 2015: TrackingPoint announced a new family of bolt-action Precision-Guided Firearms that are significantly lower weight than their previous bolt-action hunting systems. The newly introduced 300WM and 308 weigh approximately 10% lighter compared to the prior 750 Series. The company is also introducing a 260 Precision-Guided Firearm that weighs 10 pounds. All new models […]https://www.defencetalk.com/trackingpoint-announces-three-new-precision-guided-bolt-action-rifles-62164/
Germany to send anti-tank weapons, rifles to Iraqi Kurds
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DefenceTalkGermany will send anti-tank rocket launchers, rifles and hand grenades to support Iraqi Kurds battling ISIS militants fighting for the Islamic State, the defence ministry announced Sunday. The move followed a meeting of ministers led by Chancellor Angela Merkel in Berlin to discuss what Defence Minister Ursula von der Leyen described as an “extremely critical” […]https://www.defencetalk.com/germany-to-send-anti-tank-weapons-rifles-to-iraqi-kurds-60470/
New Rifles for NZDF
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DefenceTalkDefence Minister Jonathan Coleman says the Government has given approval for the NZDF to seek a replacement for the Steyr rifle. “It is important NZDF personnel are well equipped and have effective modern rifles suited to today’s operational environment,” says Dr Coleman. “The Steyr rifle has served the NZDF well for over 20 years and […]https://www.defencetalk.com/new-rifles-for-nzdf-59924/
Russian Army to Receive New Kalashnikov Assault Rifles in 2014
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DefenceTalkVarious modifications of a new Kalashnikov AK-12 assault rifle as well as a host of other small arms will be put in service with the Russian armed forces in 2014, a senior government official said. “In 2014, the Russian army will start receiving new assault rifles, handguns, machine guns and sniper rifles, including 5.45-mm and […]https://www.defencetalk.com/russian-army-to-receive-new-kalashnikov-assault-rifles-in-2014-49074/