The M4A1 Close Quarters Battle Weapon

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Colt's M4 and M4A1 carbines will soon be the standard weapon of the US airborne and special operations forces, replacing the M16A2 rifle. Also, the M4A1 Close Quarters Battle Weapon will replace the Heckler and Koch MP5 submachine gun in US special operations forces. The M4 carbine is basically an M16A2 with a 14.5-in barrel, while the M4A1 is the shortened version of the 'flat top' M16A3. The M4A1 differs from the M4 because of the former's detachable carrying handle/rear sight assembly and its capability of full automatic fire.

Rifles

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Singapore is rearing SAR-21 bullpup rifle for home and export requirement

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Singapore Technologies Kinetics has developed a new rifle, called SAR-21, which is designed to fully meet the 21st century military requirements of Singapore. Another objective is to be viable in the highly competitive international small arms export market. The SAR-21 assault rifle is replacing the M16A1 rifles in the country's military forces. It bears only superficial resemblance to other bullpup assault rifles in that it has an excellent basic design. It has the potential to become one of the world's best combat rifles.

Automatic Rifles, Automatic weapons, Singapore Technologies Kinetics

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Electro-optical HOLOsight also permits simultaneous open sight aiming

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Ann Arbor, MI-based Electro-Optics Technologies (EOTech) has launched a new product called HOLOsight, or the Holographic Diffraction Sight. The 1x electro-optic sight has several advantages over other electro-optical sights in that its reticle is a hologram which is similar to a high- performannce fighter aircraft's heads-up display. The HOLOsight can be used without removing the optical sight. In addition, it also has various operational, logistical and tactical advantages.

Optical Instrument and Lens Manufacturing, Scopes & Sights for Small Arms, Electro-Optics Technologies

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