Event Brief
New Army 6.8mm Carbine Recycles XM8 Designation
Filed: Mar 24, 2026 at 12:04 AM ET
Summary: The Army revives the XM8 designation for its new 6.8mm carbine, originally linked to a failed rifle program.
WHO: U.S. Army
WHAT: Revival of XM8 designation for new carbine
WHEN: Mar 23, 2026 at 7:58 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Reason not stated in article.
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