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How about this image of the future Soldier, complete with advanced nods, a suppressed M7 Next Generation Automatic Rifle in 6.8×51 with its M1157 FCS optic, and a compact (5-pound) Skydio X10 drone. Of note, the 173rd in Europe is testing using Skydio as a simple grenade dropper.
A Soldier assigned to the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) raises a drone during the Army’s 250th birthday parade in Washington, D.C., June 14, 2025. The demonstration showcased emerging capabilities including next-generation squad weapons, uncrewed systems, and mobility platforms. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Rene Rosas)
The above Screaming Eagle is sporting double M7 mag pouches on his plate carrier, allowing for six 20-round mags plus the mag in his rifle for just 140 rounds, mimicking the old M14 loadout from 1964. This is down from the standard 210 rounds of 5.56 in 7 30-round mags, more common to the M4, which is sure to be a whammy downfield in certain situations.
A Soldier assigned to the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) raises a drone during the Army’s 250th birthday parade in Washington, D.C., June 14, 2025. The demonstration showcased emerging capabilities including next-generation squad weapons, uncrewed systems, and mobility platforms. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Rene Rosas)
The above Screaming Eagle is sporting double M7 mag pouches on his plate carrier, allowing for six 20-round mags plus the mag in his rifle for just 140 rounds, mimicking the old M14 loadout from 1964. This is down from the standard 210 rounds of 5.56 in 7 30-round mags, more common to the M4, which is sure to be a whammy downfield in certain situations.
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