It’s official: US Army’s improved M8 rifle to begin fielding in December
newsDefense News — IndustryOct 6, 2026
The U.S. Army will begin fielding Sig Sauer’s M8 rifle in December, replacing the M7 with a lighter, shorter carbine based on soldier feedback.
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