New US Army Caliber Is On The Way! How Will This Effect YOUR Ammo!

Published on September 13, 2023
Duration: 3:35

This video from God Family and Guns discusses the US Army's transition to the new 6.8mm caliber for its Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW), specifically the Sig Sauer XM7 rifle and XM250 automatic rifle. The shift will significantly impact ammunition production at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant, operated by Winchester, leading to a decrease in 5.56x45mm production and a ramp-up of the new 6.8mm caliber. This change is expected to affect civilian ammunition availability.

Quick Summary

The US Army's adoption of the new 6.8mm caliber for its Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW), including the Sig Sauer XM7 and XM250, will significantly impact ammunition production. Lake City Army Ammunition Plant will decrease 5.56x45mm output to ramp up 6.8mm production, affecting civilian ammo availability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Lake City Army Ammunition Plant Overview
  2. 00:30Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW)
  3. 00:55Facility Upgrades and Production Shifts
  4. 01:15Military Trials and 5.56 Phase-Out
  5. 01:45Impact on Civilian Ammo Supply

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new caliber being adopted by the US Army?

The US Army is adopting a new 6.8mm caliber for its Next Generation Squad Weapons (NGSW) program, which includes the Sig Sauer XM7 rifle and XM250 automatic rifle. This new caliber is also referred to as .277 Fury.

How will the new 6.8mm caliber affect ammunition availability?

The adoption of the 6.8mm caliber will lead to a significant decrease in the production of 5.56x45mm ammunition at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant, a major supplier for civilians. This is expected to reduce the availability of 5.56x45mm ammunition on the civilian market.

Which firearms are part of the US Army's NGSW program?

The primary firearms selected for the US Army's Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) program are the Sig Sauer XM7 rifle and the Sig Sauer XM250 automatic rifle, both chambered in the new 6.8mm caliber.

What is the role of the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in this transition?

The Lake City Army Ammunition Plant, operated by Winchester, is the US military's primary small arms ammunition manufacturer. It is currently increasing primer production and rebuilding facilities to ramp up the output of the new 6.8mm ammunition while decreasing 5.56x45mm production.

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