Watchdog Probes Military Burning of Ammunition, Explosives
The inspector general for the DoD launched an probe into the open burning of ammunition and explosives at military sites.
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3 Injured in Fire at Army Ammunition Plant in Virginia
Three people have been injured in a fire at the main propellant-manufacturing facility for the U.S. Department of Defense.
Air Force Debates Replacing Depleted Uranium Rounds for A-10
If the Air Force is going to keep its A-10 fleet flying through 2030, it'll need more than new wings. It's going to need ammo...
Marines Want Lightweight .50 Caliber Machine Gun Ammo
The Marine Corps wants a 30 percent weight savings over existing linked belts of .50 caliber ammo.
Marines in the Hunt for a Mortar Round That Can Fire Up to 12 Miles
The Marine Corps is investing heavily in long-range fire systems as it prepares itself for future battles.
Marines Working with the Army on 5.56mm Rifle Round Replacement
The Marine Corps confirmed the service is in lockstep with the Army's effort to search for a more potent rifle round.
PXs Will Restock High-Capacity Ammo Magazines, Reversing Decision
Post exchanges began pulling ammunition magazines and clips holding 11 or more rounds from shelves on March 2.
Sig Sauer Adds .300 Win Mag to its All-Copper Ammo Line
Sig Sauer Inc. is now offering a .300 Win Mag round in its high-performance, copper hunting ammunition.
Paratroopers Test New System for Airdropping Ammo, Kit into Battle
The 82nd Airborne Division recently tested a new system for airdropping battlefield necessities such as extra munitions.
AMMO Inc. Completes Testing of New Tracer-Style Bullets
The 'ultimate round for law enforcement, military training, and self-defense use.'
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