US Army Considers Adopting an Interim Battle Rifle in 7.62NATO: eventually adopt 6.5

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Stan / Guys:

Problems with '800 meter capability' for the average soldier.

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Gene,

I fully agree with your analysis. I've made similar points in past threads.

The question is, are there factions in the Army who really are pushing for a 7.62 interim battle rifle? I've not yet seen substantiation for the story, although the statement by PEO Soldier about 800-meter capability does give some credence.

Also, I'd appreciate your thoughts on the body armor question in post #61 above.