05-15-2011, 06:15 PM
stanc Wrote:...My understanding is that LRRP is partly on the same page as Tony, in that both would replace the 5.56mm SAW and 7.62mm GPMG with a single multi-purpose MG firing the new cartridge, and likewise with 5.56 and 7.62 DM rifles. But, where Tony would also replace standard infantry rifles and carbines to create a one-caliber system, LRRP would retain two calibers -- 5.56mm in addition to the proposed 6.5/6.8/7mm.
Stan,
Thanks! I had missed the sublety. Am hoping the document will build will be flexible enough to allow competing these options as well as minor mods to existing ammunition types.
When we've done that, whichever one pops out as superior in all scenarios is the one we can advocate with confidence. Of course, we may not be that fortunate...
Joe