Canadian Modular Assault Rifle
Project Type
Project Replace
Objective
The CMAR Project will replace and modernize the current C7/C8 fleet with modern assault rifles systems that will enhance the awareness, lethality and protection of deployed CAF members.
Requirements
The project could deliver a two-tier fleet with Tier 1 Full Spectrum (CMAR-FS) rifles optimized for complex Urban and Open Terrain operations, and Tier 2 General Service (CMAR-GS) rifles designed for common personnel protection. The project could deliver modern modular rifles with suppressors, advanced optics, night vision, grenade launcher and new improved rounds.
Funding Range
$500 million to $1 billion
Anticipated Timeline (Fiscal Year)
- Options Analysis Phase
- In Progress
- Start Definition
- 2023/2024
- Start Implementation
- 2024/2025
- Initial Delivery
- 2026/2027
- Final Delivery
- 2029/2030
Defence Capability Areas
Defence Capability Investment Areas
Key Industrial Capabilities
Not applicable.
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