Is there really a 2011 replacemnent competition for the m4 in the army
what advantages does the m4 have over the m16
did the m4 completely replace the m16 throughout the US military
I heard we use both of them 50/50 but do we use the m4 for urban combat in afghanaistan firefights but do we use the m16 for more open firefights
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Is there really still a 2011 replacement competition for the m4
also did the m4 replace the m16
which rifle is more widely used in combat troops for the US military m4 or m16
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I have never shot either gun, but will shoot the M16 not too long from now
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which do they use more often, the M4 or M16?
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An M4/M16 shooting 5.56 x 45mm, an AK-47 shooting standard round, or an AK-74 shooting standard.
Doesn’t the 5.56 flip on impact and do more damage in the body?
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In the US forces the venerable AR-15 (Colt) or M-16 has been with us for about 45 years. It has had its flaws, but has generally worked fairly well for US Marines and Army. It is lightweight, has a rapid rate of fire in full auto mode, and uses ammunition that is relatively easy to keep in supply. It has a history of jamming, but preventative maintenance can help this. Variants of the M-16 have expanded its flexibility by allowing it to be used as a grenade launcher as well as a rifle.
Obviously a rifle that is less susceptible to jamming would be desirable. What other qualities do you think ground forces need in an individual weapon?
For better or worse we have kept the M-16 since the 1960′s. Backed up by heavier machine guns it has been adequate. Frankly, I think we have kept it too long, and need a replacement. I was issued an M-16 in Vietnam, however my role didn’t include combat, so my main experience with it is maintaining it and being ready to use it. I would not have liked to go one and one against an AK-47 or similar weapon, but would have had confidence in the weapon if I was one of several people using it. Frankly, I would like to see a much better replacement for it.
A little more on why I am asking this question: I am an amateur military historian and have some knowledge of the history and uses of some types of military weapons or weapons systems. I also have a military logistics background. I have no control over what the Defense Department buys or programs in its budget. I know a great deal about the history of combat handguns, all the way back to muskets.
In World War I, the British-designed Lee-Enfield .303 was an excellent weapon, but by World War II its single bolt action was a limiting factor. The American Garand, or M1, was a better choice for American troops and this weapon served us through the Korean War as well.
Many soldiers I’ve talked to liked the descendant M14 better than the M16, but it was a heavy rifle in comparison. The M16 has given excellent service since about 1965 and replaced the M14. B.C. noted the hitting power issue. I did pick on the jamming problem. What is the best replacement for the M16?
Laser weapons or phased kinetic energy weapons are an interesting future possibility, but I don’t see them ready for procurement in the near term. The advantage of the M16 is that it is a generally proven weapon–we know its strengths and limitations.
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I watched a documentary by Vangaurd called Fully Automatic America. The reporter showed many confiscated weapons that looked automatic and military. My brother said that those weapons only look military but they really aren’t. For instance, an AR15 is supposed to be the civilian version of the M16. I Understand that, but I wanted to know if by chance criminals have military weapons in their possession. Please list sources. Thank you!
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I started shooting with my brother and father when I was nine. My Dad sort of explained the front sight and the back sight and that was it. I was not the favored son, ( I was small, weak, and not incredibly masculine) so the only thing my Dad would do is scream at me if he thought I was being unsafe, when he and my brother were shooting. My Dad and Brother would have fun shooting together. I was usually dumped off in some small canyon not far away with a brick of .22 and told not to shoot in their direction. I was an "oops" baby late in my Father’s life, and he was exasperated at having to raise another kid when he was 50. I often wonder if I would be a better shot today, if instead of teaching myself how to shoot, I actually had correct instruction from the beginning.
And here is the part that made no sense to me: I had about nine years of shooting experience before I went into the Army. At 18, you could have handed me almost any gun in America, and I have a pretty good idea what it was, and how to use it. Guess who the Firearms Training Sergeants yelled at the most? Yeah. Me. They constantly kept screaming about how I stood, how I held the gun, and how I pulled the trigger. I had absolutely no problem qualifying. I wasn’t a great shot, but I could qualify, no problem. Why didn’t they yell and scream about the people who couldn’t qualify? I shot well enough to qualify the first time I fired the M16. Did it make any sense that they would scream at ME to change my style if I could qualify?
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M6A4, ACR. SR-16, Fn SCAR, CM901,which on is best in every way to replace the m4/m16
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I say the G36c or M16
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i currently use the tar-21 (powerful, high rate of fire). i just got to lvl 40 and im using the m16 in my one class. im thinking about changing my automatic assault rifle class (tar-21) to the m4a1. any opinions? is the m4a1 better than the tar-21?
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Moreover, while deployed? I really dislike the M16/M4. So I want to, somehow, get different weaponry for when I get deployed.
This applies to more than just weapons, too. Armor, tactical gear, etc.
Thanks.
1.) The M16/M4 pretty much explode after submerging them in water. Don’t believe me? Check out the video.
2.) Yes, it’s accurate. But in urban combat situations, I need something that can put the enemy down without a doubt in my mind. .223 vs. 5.56/.306 is a huge leap.
3.) Obviously, if I wanted to buy my own weapon and use my own weapon, I wouldn’t expect the government to buy me the ammunition. I would buy everything I needed.
4.) You are all assuming that you think I’m soooo special. When really, I would just like my chances of surviving to be -that- much better. So fuck off.
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i was thinking wither the famas scar tar m4a1 m16 or ak but i could decide. your opinions?
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How do they choose like, who uses a SAW or an M16 or M4 or sniper etc etc…
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More of an opinion question really but I really want some advice on what my next gun should be. I currently have three Remington 870′s (2×12 Gauge Super Magnums, one 20 gauge), a Norinco SKS, and Remington 700 in .270 with an older Leupold Vari-X scope hanging on my bedroom wall. I’m nineteen years old and live in Virginia. The only guns that technically belong to me are the SKS and the 20 gauge 870. The rest all belong to my dad and I hunt occasionly and have all my duck, rabbit, squirrel, and whitetail needs covered.
My question is what type of firearm should I get that is under 0-0 in price. I enjoy all kinds of shooting but am most experienced with shooting milsurp rifles and 100-200 yard hunting and target shooting. I was strongly considering picking up a Mosin Nagant just for the sake of adding to my ComBloc collection of military rifles. Next would be the AK which i could potentially get both for 0, 100 for the Mosin and 500 for the AK. I have also flipped around the idea of a Springfield XD or shelling out the big bucks and building my own AR for 00. I’m open to any suggestions from those of you who have a favorite gun or have faced a similar situation as me.
Also in VA it’s legal for me to posses a handgun just not to purchase one. My dad would be more than willing to buy me any handgun I wanted and I have numerous friends I could have buy me ammo. So handguns are part of the picture as well
I cannot afford to pay 10,000 dollars plus all the title II paper work and the 200 dollar tax stamp for an M16 and as much as I love the SCAR-H i believe they cost about 2,500 to 3000 dollars. Remember 0-0
I have six 22lr’s. A pump action, a semi auto rifle, two bolt actions, and for pistols a revolver and an automatic. Also no more shotguns
Seth just reminded me I’m also very interested in a marlin lever action or any other brand someone can recommend
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weapons on their standard infantry guns.For example the US military and NATO nations predominantly use the 5.56mm round instead of the7.62mm round.M16 and M9 are preferred and phased out the M14 and G3 rifles.
Joshua the M16 has a burst fire mode that guarantees a kill the M4 has a fully automatic mode. Like you said most sniper guns like the M24 use the 7.62 round
Joshua machineguns are used for cover fire but they do have to be effective.The M240 are seeing more use than the M249. M240 uses the 7.62 round and the M249 5.56.Difference in ammo capacity is 100 vs 200 rounds
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I always look at all our military websites and I notice that they always use weapons like the M16 and the M249 (I just call them the "M" weapons), how come they don’t use weapons like SCAR or ACR? Also how do you get things like scopes and stuff on your weapons… is that a matter of how high your promoted or perhaps the mission you need to go on? Basically I’m asking how do you get different guns and different gun attachments?
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Fist of all how many men are in a platoon and how many are in a company? How common is the M240 machine gun in a platoon/company?
And secondly is the M4/M16 and AK-47 both equally loud but with a distinctive sound? And which is louder at a distance?
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What changes can I expect in the US Military by the time I join around 2016? A new Combat rifle replacing The M16/M4? Better technology, giving more power to Infantry and units?
Or not much at all… your thoughts?
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I heard the US Military are looking to replace the M16 and its variants because of its "aging condition". I mean it doesn’t have to be out of service because it’s old. As long as it is effective it’s still in use right?
That means there are some drawbacks or negative things to the weapon? What are the "drawbacks" of the current issued M16A4 rifles? Like jamming or heavy or short in ammo or stuff like that.
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I want to get a bolt action rifle. And not sure what to start with. All i really know is that i want to go with Howa. I’m just not sure what size/caliber. So what would be a good size and model?
FYI.. All my gun experience is with the military m16.
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1. Why did the U.S. drop 2 atomic bombs on Japan?
2. Is the M4/M16 louder than the AK-47?
3. Name the Top 10 _________ (tanks, planes, guns, etc…)?
4. Who would win in a war between _______ and ________ (insert name of any countries you like)?
5. When will I get my W2?
6. Did HAARP cause the Haiti earthquake?
7. Can you add any accessories you want to your rifle when you join the military?
8. Can I be a firefighter in the military?
9. How can I sneak into Area 51?
10. Who has the best special forces?
11. Which branch of service would be best for me?
12. Can I join the military of __________ if I’m a citizen of ___________
13. Insert favorite annoying question here ________________
I can’t believe I forgot "When will World War 3 start and who will be fighting?"
Thanks everyone. It is going to be very hard to choose a Best Answer. I’ll have to sleep on this.
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I asked earlier preference between M4/M16 and M1A and someone said that the M4 is classified as an assault rifle and the M1A as a battle rifle.
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such as an m16 or stg 77 and what are the laws regarding such weapons
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