Did the Army make a mistake? Is it too heavy??? #shorts

Published on September 10, 2025
Duration: 0:59

This video compares the weight of the current US Army 14.5 URGI rifle against the new Sig Sauer XM7 (MCX-SPEAR). The URGI weighs 10.5 lbs, while the XM7 with optic and suppressor reaches 13.9 lbs. The speaker highlights concerns about the XM7's heavier magazines and overall weight increase, questioning the military's decision.

Quick Summary

The US Army's 14.5 URGI rifle weighs 10.5 lbs with a 1.0 lb magazine. The new Sig Sauer XM7 (MCX-SPEAR) with optic and suppressor weighs 13.9 lbs, and its heavier magazine is 1.8 lbs, raising concerns about the overall weight increase.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: URGI & Sig Contract
  2. 00:30URGI Weight Measurement
  3. 00:43Sig MCX-SPEAR Weight Measurement

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the US Army's 14.5 URGI rifle weigh?

The 14.5 URGI rifle, as configured in the video, weighs 10.5 pounds. Its loaded magazine adds an additional 1.0 pound.

What is the weight of the new Sig Sauer XM7 rifle?

The Sig Sauer XM7 (MCX-SPEAR), when equipped with a Sig optic and suppressor, weighs 13.9 pounds. Adding accessories like a laser and light could increase this further.

How do the magazines compare between the URGI and the Sig XM7?

The URGI uses a 1.0-pound magazine, while the heavier magazine for the new Sig XM7 system weighs 1.8 pounds, despite reportedly holding fewer rounds.

Why will the US Army continue using the URGI?

The US Army's transition to new weapon systems like the Sig XM7 takes years. Consequently, some units will continue to use existing rifles such as the URGI or Block 2 for an extended period.

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