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Mick-Boy
05-16-2018, 22:20
Full article at Soldier Systems

http://soldiersystems.net/2018/05/14/nswc-crane-carbine-mid-length-gas-system-testing-shows-increased-performance/


Conclusion

Although testing to 34,000 rounds isn’t yet complete, the conclusion is simple. Use of a mid-gas system significantly extends the life of the overall weapon system. It also offers increased performance over a carbine-length gas system.

Joe_K
05-17-2018, 07:11
Full article at Soldier Systems

http://soldiersystems.net/2018/05/14/nswc-crane-carbine-mid-length-gas-system-testing-shows-increased-performance/

Saw this, hopefully this gets DOD to an M4A2.

Mick-Boy
05-17-2018, 08:08
One of my friends sent it to me with the heading "Military figures out what most AR owners have known for a decade". He's not wrong...

CS1983
05-17-2018, 09:21
Next up: ACU's blend into nothing. #ArmyShocked

ray1970
05-17-2018, 12:07
And they can start using bayonets again.