The military is looking for a new rifle. It must get it right this time

The British military’s distinctive-looking SA80 service rifle has equipped generations of soldiers since its introduction ...
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Why the SA80 became one of the most criticized military rifles

Officially introduced in 1985 as the L85A1 rifle and the L86A1 light support weapon, the SA80 was immediately met with criticism. Field tests revealed a litany of problems, including frequent jams, ...
Task & Purpose

Britain’s next rifle: Inside the race to replace the SA80

For nearly 40 years, the British Army’s standard rifle has been the SA80. Officially designated the L85, the weapon has been praised, cursed, upgraded and carried everywhere from the Gulf War to ...
The National Interest

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. The United States military has continued ...