News Categories

Infantry: October 9, 2001

Archives

The Indian Army has tried to develop its own rifle in 5.56mm (NATO SS109) caliber. The problem is that the INSAS rifle is unreliable (more so in cold weather), costs four times as much as an AK47, and production has been slow. The Indian Army will probably have to buy more AK47s in order to meet its needs. India has tried (and failed) to develop many domestic weapons. The government, of course, would rather spend money for weapons at its own factories and have something to export.--Stephen V Cole

X

ad

Help Keep StrategyPage Open

First came Facebook, then came Twitter, and finally, AI has arrived. They have all caused a decline in our business, but AI may be the deadliest innovation. We are currently in survival mode. Our writers and staff receive no payment in some months, and even when they do, it is below the minimum wage for their efforts. You can support us with your donations or subscriptions. Please help us keep our doors open.

Make sure you spread the word about us. Two ways to do that are to like us on Facebook and follow us on X.

Subscribe   Donate   Close