SIG Sauer Lands Indian Army Contract
The Indian Ministry of Defense has ofcially contracted SIG Sauer to build
and deliver 72,400 7.62x51 mm NATO SIG716 ries for its frontline infantry
soldiers. The Indian army, the second largest standing army in the world,
with more than 1.2 million active troops, is currently undergoing a comprehensive
rearm procurement process to advance the capabilities of its infantrymen.
The SIG716 is an enhanced AR platform featuring a 16" barrel, an M-Lok
handguard and a six-position telescoping stock. The