The US Army received a $3.1 billion boost for ammunition production, primarily to increase 155mm shell output for Ukraine and to replenish US military reserves. Significant investment also targets upgrading Small Arms Ammunition production at the Lake City plant in Independence, Missouri, to support new calibers and the Next Generation Squad Weapons program, with 9mm NATO currently being the largest small arms caliber produced.
The US Army received a $3.1 billion boost in ammunition production, primarily to support Ukraine with 155mm shells. This funding also aims to replenish US Army reserves depleted by aid to Ukraine and to upgrade facilities at the Lake City Ammunition Plant in Independence, Missouri. The plant is increasing production of small arms ammunition, including 9mm NATO, 5.56 NATO, 7.62 NATO, and 50 BMG, to support new weapon systems.
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