The Stoner 63 Modular Weapon System

By Lynndon Schooler

Stoner 63 build

My first encounter with the Stoner 63 was at the Infantry Museum in Fort Benning, Georgia, after completing Infantry One Station Unit Training. The exhibit showcased the system’s unique and versatile configurations, with the carbine and belt-fed machine gun standing out. This was a testament to the Stoner 63’s innovative and adaptable design, making it a fascinating modular weapon system.

Stoner 63 display at the Infanrty Museum.

Conceived in the early 1960s by the legendary U.S. arms designer Eugene Stoner, the Stoner 63 stands as one of the most groundbreaking firearm designs in history. Stoner’s collaboration with Cadillac-Gauge to create his iconic modular weapon system predates the surge in weapon modularity during the Global War On Terror, establishing it as a pioneering force in the evolution of firearms.The complete weapon system can be configured for various missions, showcasing its adaptability and versatility. Whether it’s a rifle, carbine, Bren-type squad automatic weapon, or light machine gun, the

Source: The Firearm Blog