World Defense Show 2026: Rostec unveils new infantry fighting vehicle
The latest infantry fighting vehicle from Rosoboronexport draws on experience from the war in Ukraine, and is designed to be more lethal and more survivable than its predecessors.
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) started distributing their new Remington 5.56mm M4A1 carbines on 12 August.
A ceremony at AFP headquarters in Camp Aguinaldo, Manila highlighted the milestone of the Assault Rifle Acquisition Project in improving the firepower of the AFP.
A total of 50,629 R4 carbines (Remington’s version of the M4A1) are being supplied to the Philippine Army and Philippine Marine Corps by the Remington Outdoor Company at a unit price of approximately $860.
A total of 27,300 weapons had been delivered to the Philippines by 31 July, with the balance due for delivery in December.
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The latest infantry fighting vehicle from Rosoboronexport draws on experience from the war in Ukraine, and is designed to be more lethal and more survivable than its predecessors.
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