May04
Army to Test New ‘Green’ Bullets
on May 4th, 2011 at 2:46 PMPosted In: Ammunition, Military/Mil-tec
The Army's new round replaces the current M855 5.56mm cartridge that has been used by U.S. troops since the early 1980s. The Army claims the M855A1 is more dependable, a more consistent performer, improves accuracy, moves faster.
ABERDEEN, Md. – The most familiar item in the Army’s arsenal is getting an upgrade.
The M855 bullet was designed in the 70s — and has been in use since then, despite some complaints from soldiers that it’s often less than effective .The new M855A1, which the Army will be demonstrating Wednesday at the Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland, is deadlier, faster, and may soon replace its older cousin.
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