A New Force in Army Acquisition: PEOs Soldier and Ground Combat Systems Merge to Form CPE Ground

Fort Belvoir, Va  –   The United States Army is currently executing the most significant overhaul of its acquisition enterprise in decades, designed specifically to increase modernization, reduce bureaucracy, and get critical warfighting capabilities into the hands of America’s Soldiers as fast as possible. This new powerhouse organization marks a fundamental shift in how the Army develops…

POTD: Proposed Updates for the Japanese Howa Type 20

Howa Corporation has publicly presented a set of proposed modifications for the Type 20 rifle, expanding the platform’s modularity and adaptability. The package includes an extended handguard designed to increase available space for accessories and improve forward mounting options while still retaining compatibility with a bayonet. An AR-style stock adapter has also been introduced, allowing…