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The UK Wants to Replace Its SA80 Rifle. One Problem: With What?
The bullpup-style SA80 service rifle has caused the British Army no small number of headaches—but it is unclear what other weapon it might choose instead.
By early 2026 the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) is expected to have published some tender requirements for Project Grayburn – the procurement of 170,000 new ...
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The SA80: Britain’s Military Misfire
The SA80 was supposed to modernize the British military arsenal - but it quickly gained notoriety for all the wrong reasons. Plagued by design flaws and operational failures, it became a symbol of ...
It’s fair to say that the SA80 has had a troubled history, with this British bullpup struggling to shake off its reputation as one of the worst modern military rifles. But how much does that matter ...
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