Virginia National Guard Marksmanship Training Unit

05/27/2026

U.S. Special Operations Command announced the Hypervelocity Improved Carbine program in a May 2026 solicitation, seeking industry proposals for a new carbine designed to replace or improve the M4A1 URG-I. USSOCOM said the goal is to extend effective engagement ranges for 5.56 mm weapons to 600 meters and beyond.

The proposed system must remain compatible with existing M4A1 lower receivers and support standard M855A1, Mk262, and new higher-pressure hypervelocity ammunition. White papers are due June 8, with a Pitch Day scheduled for September 15 and 16 at Fort Moore, Georgia.

Photo: U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Connor Davis

01/13/2025

Save the date shooters, it’s gonna be a good one.

09/15/2024

VNG team makes strong showing at regional marksmanship competition > Virginia National Guard > News

Virginia National Guard Soldiers and Airman assigned to units across the Commonwealth made a strong showing at the Marksmanship Advisory Council Region II marksmanship sustainment exercise, with VNG

09/01/2024

05/04/2024

04/30/2024

Our 3BN Cmdr decided to get some range therapy during our train up for 2024 WPW Nationals. She was kind enough to demonstrate and share some pro tips to the team.