[archy]

The barrel on this thing is too short to launch the .223 even at a 3000fps muzzle speed. In short, it's just a fast .22 long rifle at this speed.

You really need 3000 fps to produce hydrostatic shock on impact, which makes it an effective round.

That's why there are longer 20-inch barrelled versions. If the extra weight and utility of the grenade launcher isn't needed, the longer and heavier barrel can be fitted, with or without the 100-round double-drum magazine. And barrels can be changed out by a unit armorer or trained squad leader.

But even with the short barrel, it's no worse than a M4 carbine or the Vietnam era 10-inch barrelled XM177s.

I'm impressed with the thing aftrer the 90 rounds I put through one, and oh yeah, it'll have some teething difficulties that'll have to be adderessed. That optical sight ought to have a built-in spare battery, too.

But reworking the handguards should be no problem for a modular weapon design. And hopefully they can be made lighter, too, as long as they're being improved.

[Long Cut]

Hey! You got to shoot one? C'mon...let's have a review!

I understand also that the Army has asked for standby iron sights for the rifle, among other improvements.

The handguard heat may be an issue, but I know of no one, save maniac Muzzies, who fire 2-300 rounds nonstop on full auto.

So, how's it handle? Is it accurate? Most importantly, does it FEEL like a weapon, or a toy? by that I mean, would an average Soldier have the confidence in his weapon that a good, robust design provides? Tellmetellmetellme!

[Cobra Scott]

And barrels can be changed out by a unit armorer or trained squad leader.

I would certainly hope so. Please don't tell me that uppers and other components can't be swapped in the field by the average front line grunt!?!?! A few choice words always optional, of course, LOL!

Is the GL functional on its own? If so (and even if not) I expect to see it in future movies loaded with flechettes. Hidden under an overcoat, I'm sure.

[TheErnFormerlyKnownAsBig]

Hey Archy. I thought the this was a German design that was to be built in America. Am I incorrect on the second part.