Comments by "The Immortal" (@theimmortal4718) on "Garand Thumb"
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There's no way 6.8x51 can replace 5.56 for most roles, but it seems it could easily replace 7.62 in DMRs and GPMGs. We still need to retain 5.56 for everyone else.
Your rifle is only one of many weapons and a ton of equipment soldiers need to carry.
The Spear LT with a 11.5" barrel and the folding stock would be a logical choice to replace the M4, maybe call it the M6.
I can't imagine carrying the 13 pound M5 on top of carrying a Javelin, an M320 with 24 grenades, a Carl Gustaf, or hauling ammo for the GPMGs.
This gun, I can see filling that role. 6 pounds stripped means by the time you add the 1-6x SIG Tango optic, IR Laser, loaded mag, and suppressor, the weapon would be 9.5 pounds and only 22 inches with stock folded. Very light and compact for the ranges most troops engage. Further than 300, the 6.8 weapons are utilized.
For most troops who aren't in combat roles, a simple red dot like the current issued CompM4 would keep the gun around 7.5 pounds loaded.
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