"This Looks So M16-Ish To Me": Russian Special Forces Receive New Main Battle Rifle

Russia's Spetsnaz forces will receive the new Titan rifle, a .308 caliber semi-automatic weapon. The rifle's design resembles the Heckler & Koch 417. It's described as lighter and more precise than comparable rifles. The Titan is already in use in the Ukraine conflict. SWC, the manufacturer, highlights the rifle's versatility and powerful cartridge. The .308 caliber's armor-piercing capabilities are also mentioned. Russia's adoption of the Titan follows the recent introduction of the STM-308 sniper rifle. The US Army is also modernizing its weaponry with the Next Generation Squad Weapon rifles. Some observers note a visual similarity between the Titan and the M16 rifle. The Titan's deployment underscores Russia's ongoing military modernization efforts.