abstract:The service rifle (also known as standard-issue rifle) of a given army or armed force is that which it issues as standard to its soldiers. In modern forces, this is typically a highly versatile and rugged assault rifle, battle rifle, carbine, or designated marksman rifle suitable for use in nearly all theatres and environments.
Ranger Barry pleaded guilty at a court martial to a charge of negligently performing a duty while handling a servicerifle causing the unintended discharge of a round.