Army Approves XM8 Carbine & Approves 25 Round Magazines for NGSW
Picatinny Arsenal, N.J. – On December 10, 2025, the decision was made to advance the procurement of a carbine variant of the Army’s M7 Rifle, designated the XM8. While not a replacement for the M7, the carbine exemplifies the program’s commitment to rapidly incorporating Soldier feedback. The Army continues to prioritize the modernization of its weapon…

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