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SIG Sauer’s M7 rifle and M250 automatic rifle have been announced under official Type Classification - Standard for the United States Army.
The Type Classification confirms the two weapon systems meet performance, safety and reliability standards for widespread military use by the US Army under the Project Manager Soldier Lethality.
A 10-year production contract had previously been awarded to the company in April 2022 to produce the weapon systems for the US Army and replace current platforms such as the M4A1 Carbine and M249 Squad Automatic Weapon.
“This milestone reflects our commitment to delivering cutting-edge capabilities that give our soldiers the tactical advantage and lethality required on the battlefield,” said Colonel Jason Bohannon, project manager Soldier Lethality.
“We remain focused on equipping our force with the most reliable and effective tools to ensure mission success.”
The new designation ensures seamless integration into the US Army’s inventory, streamlining procurement, training and maintenance across units and asserting the materiel fully satisfies US Army operational needs.
The new weapon systems bring superior range and lethality over legacy systems, providing a greater threat to enemy forces through superior overmatch, according to the company.
“This approval underscores the US Army’s commitment to equipping our soldiers with next-generation lethality to maintain tactical superiority and enhance mission success,” said Steve Rose, executive vice president, defence strategies group - America at SIG Sauer.
“The M7 and M250 represent a transformative leap in combat capability.”
