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Latest Weapons stories, analysis, and updates from SOFREP.

Delta Force Operator Simplifies Bomb Yield Comparisons: Bigger Isn’t Always Better

Delta Force Operator Simplifies Bomb Yield Comparisons: Bigger Isn’t Always Better

September 7, 2024

USA Today’s bomb comparison chart is like trying to compare a kiddie pool to the Mariana Trench—sure, they both hold water, but one is just embarrassingly out of its league.

Return of the Dutch Tank Battalion: How the Netherlands is Rebuilding Its Armored Forces

Return of the Dutch Tank Battalion: How the Netherlands is Rebuilding Its Armored Forces

September 7, 2024

As the Netherlands gears up to reintroduce its tank battalion, it’s a reminder that military readiness is an ongoing process.

Norwegian Defense Materiel Agency Awards Barrett Major Contract for M107A1 Rifles

Norwegian Defense Materiel Agency Awards Barrett Major Contract for M107A1 Rifles

September 4, 2024

With the Norwegian Defense Materiel Agency choosing the Barrett M107A1, it’s clear that when it comes to precision and power on the battlefield, they aren’t willing to settle for second best.

Meet the Palianytsia: Ukraine’s Bold New Weapon Taking the Fight to Russia

Meet the Palianytsia: Ukraine’s Bold New Weapon Taking the Fight to Russia

September 1, 2024

Ukraine’s new Palianytsia rocket drone shifts from defense to offense, aiming to disrupt Russian attacks and reshape modern warfare tactics.

Army Increases Largest Javelin Anti-Tank Order in History

Army Increases Largest Javelin Anti-Tank Order in History

September 1, 2024

The Javelin’s success in Ukraine has not only decimated Russian armor but also sparked a tactical evolution that questions the future relevance of traditional tank warfare in modern conflicts.

M134 Minigun – “Old Painless” Lives and Fires

M134 Minigun – “Old Painless” Lives and Fires

August 29, 2024

When you hear the M134 Minigun roar to life, it’s not just a weapon firing; it’s the sound of raw, unbridled power unleashing hell on anything in its path.

How MAKO Hypersonic Missiles Will Change F-22 & F-35 Air Attack

How MAKO Hypersonic Missiles Will Change F-22 & F-35 Air Attack

August 28, 2024

The MAKO hypersonic missile promises to be a game-changer for U.S. airpower, striking targets at blistering speeds that leave adversaries little time to react, much less defend.

Is the US Military Ready to Face China in a Pacific Showdown?

Is the US Military Ready to Face China in a Pacific Showdown?

August 28, 2024

The US military is redefining Pacific defense with innovative, mobile strategies to protect smaller, agile bases from modern threats.

Army Intel Report Cites New Ultra Long-Range Chinese Missile Threats to US Homeland

Army Intel Report Cites New Ultra Long-Range Chinese Missile Threats to US Homeland

August 21, 2024

The evolving Chinese threat landscape is increasingly alarming, as the PLA’s rapid advancements in long-range conventional missile capabilities suggest the possibility of a direct strike on the U.S. homeland—a scenario the Pentagon can no longer ignore.

US-Japan Strengthen Defense Ties with Massive SM-3 Missile Deal

US-Japan Strengthen Defense Ties with Massive SM-3 Missile Deal

August 18, 2024

Missile Defense Agency awards $1.9B contract to Raytheon for production of SM-3 Block IIA interceptors to bolster US-Japan missile defense.

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Reveals ‘Untraceable’ Missiles Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Reveals ‘Untraceable’ Missiles Amid Rising Regional Tensions

August 17, 2024

Iran’s IRGC ramps up its naval capabilities with new long-range missiles and drones, signaling a robust response to regional tensions.

Is the Pentagon Wasting Billions on Hypersonic Weapons?

Is the Pentagon Wasting Billions on Hypersonic Weapons?

August 15, 2024

The Pentagon’s hypersonic weapons program is facing significant challenges, according to a new GAO report.

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