Fort Belvoir, Va –
In May, Project Manager (PM) Soldier Lethality (SL) announced the official Type Classification – Standard of the U.S. Army’s M7 Rifle and M250 Automatic Rifle, signifying a major program milestone.
The M7 Rifle and M250 Automatic Rifle, with their experimental “X” removed, continue to be fielded across the Close Combat Force (CCF) to replace the M4A1 Carbine and M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW), respectively.
“This milestone reflects our commitment to delivering cutting-edge capabilities that give our Soldiers the tactical advantage and lethality required on the battlefield,” said COL Jason Bohannon, PM SL. “We remain focused on equipping our force with the most reliable and
effective tools to ensure mission success.”
The Type Classification confirms the system meets the Army’s stringent standards for operational performance, safety, and sustainment. PM SL continues to lead the way in modernizing the Army’s combat effectiveness and lethality
through innovative, Soldier-focused solutions.