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The USMC is still using the M16A2. Its received improvements over time since the original Vietnam-era M16, but its not a significant change. They may use newer, better weaponry selectively, but the standard rifle is kept simple as dirt. Is there a need for something new? I think the equipment will always be a little less than desirable. A new rifle is bound to have new problems.
However, I think the troops should know what they will be going in with and receive it on time. The worst thing you could probably do is to promise a new series of equipment and take forever to deliver.
I don't have the source but there was one story about the units that were deployed at the start of OIF using Flak jackets which can barely stop smalls arms fire.
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