US Army Announces A New Service Pistol From Sig Sauer To Replace The M9! (HD)

Published on January 20, 2017
Duration: 3:27

The US Army has selected the Sig Sauer P320 as its new service pistol, replacing the M9. The selection was part of the XM7 program, which tested pistols from various manufacturers including FN, Smith & Wesson, and Glock. The P320's modular design and availability in multiple calibers, including 9mm and potentially 40 Smith & Wesson, were key factors. The Army plans to purchase over 200,000 full-size pistols and 7,000 compact versions, with a total contract value up to $580 million.

Quick Summary

The US Army has selected the Sig Sauer P320 as its new service pistol, replacing the M9. This decision came out of the XM7 program, which tested pistols from multiple manufacturers. The P320's modularity and availability in various calibers, including 9mm and potentially 40 Smith & Wesson, were key factors. The Army plans to purchase over 200,000 full-size pistols and 7,000 compact versions.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction and Breaking News
  2. 00:13XM7 Program Trials
  3. 00:27Sig Sauer P320 Announced as Winner
  4. 00:40P320 Design Advantages
  5. 00:47Caliber Considerations
  6. 01:22Army Purchase Quantities
  7. 01:43Sister Service Purchases
  8. 01:48Total Contract Value
  9. 02:01Concluding Remarks
  10. 02:36Announcement Date

Frequently Asked Questions

What pistol is replacing the US Army's M9?

The US Army has selected the Sig Sauer P320 to replace the M9 as its new service pistol. This decision was made as part of the XM7 program, which evaluated various pistol submissions.

Which companies submitted pistols for the US Army's XM7 program?

The US Army's XM7 program tested pistols from several manufacturers, including FN, Smith & Wesson, Glock, and Sig Sauer. Ultimately, the Sig Sauer P320 was chosen as the winning design.

What are the key features of the Sig Sauer P320 chosen by the US Army?

The Sig Sauer P320's modular design was a significant factor in its selection. This allows for easy swapping of components like slides, barrels, and frames, and it is available in multiple calibers, including 9mm and potentially 40 Smith & Wesson.

How many pistols is the US Army purchasing as part of the XM7 program?

The US Army plans to purchase over 200,000 full-size Sig Sauer P320 pistols and 7,000 compact versions. The total contract for the XM7 program is valued at up to $580 million.

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