Despite showcasing innovative features like duplex rounds, saboted flechettes, and caseless ammunition, none offered enough improvement over the M16A2 to justify the logistical overhaul needed.

A shortened variant of the M16A2 rifle, the M4 carbine provides the individual soldier operating in close quarters the capability to engage targets at extended range with accurate, lethal fire.

Widely adopted by Indian troops, the AK-47, sourced from countries like Russia and Romania, supplements the army's firepower with 7.62x39mm rounds. It can hold up to 30 bullets by default, but can ...

Do cadets ever get hands on weapons training? Yes. Cadets will have the opportunity to familiarize with the M4A1/M16A2 rifle by firing, breakdown, cleaning and performing function checks. Also, during ...