The key feature of the weapon is the ability to use 30 mm ammunition in various configurations. Among them — armor-piercing projectiles and ammunition with air detonation.
The US Army is actively working on the creation of collective support weapon systems for its platoons, which will be able to effectively neutralize large groups of the enemy, fight armored vehicles and destroy fortified positions. One such system is the Squad Support Rifle System (SSRS), unveiled at the recent Association of the United States Army (AUSA) show in Washington. This is what Defensa reviewers write about.
Features and technical solutions of SSRS
SSRS was developed as part of the Precision Grenadier System (PGS) program and is aimed at creating a compact weapon with high firepower power. The new rifle will replace older systems such as the M320 and offer soldiers improved accuracy and firepower with a magazine-fed semi-automatic system.
Judging from the presented concept, the SSRS has compact dimensions and a design similar to the M4 assault rifle. The prototype features the Vortex XM157 sight, which is also used in the US Army's new XM7 assault rifle.
A key feature of the SSRS is the ability to use 30 mm ammunition in a variety of configurations. This weapon will allow the unit to use both standard cartridges and more powerful ammunition adapted to combat different threats.
This advanced weapon is capable of engaging targets from 35 to over 500 meters, including targets behind shelter.
Experts noted the compact dimensions and short barrel of the SSRS, which should ensure high accuracy and the required initial velocity of the projectiles. In addition, the SSRS has a number of ergonomic features: a large trigger guard allows shooting while wearing gloves, the stock has a recoil pad, and a straight metal magazine holds about six rounds. Shells are ejected through a large window on the right side of the receiver.
Observers have emphasized that the SSRS is part of a long-term program to create weapons for US Army platoons and is designed to complement current small arms development. The system is expected to prove useful not only against conventional targets, but also against emerging threats such as autonomous air systems.