"Machine Gun vs Auto Rifle"

"Machine Gun vs Auto Rifle"

From Minutemen Initiative by Dynamic Defense Solutions

September 5, 2025 · 2h 28m

About this episode

The episode discusses the differences between military machine gun tactics and small unit auto rifle tactics with guest Ben Price.

The Modern Minuteman concept is still being fleshed out and developed with lots of considerations when it comes to modern warfare. Among the many details to establish has been the apparent need for weapon platforms that can increase engagement tempo and firepower offering tactical options for small units and teams. This need has led to many different ideas and perspectives on how the modern minuteman should approach specialized platforms and some look to the military for answers. Although the military can offer many valuable insights into fighting methods, the military doctrine and approach to the use of machine guns is very specific. In this episode Stephen and Jacob sit down with Ben Price (a fomer USMC 0331 Machine Gunner) to explain the ways military machine gun tactics differ from small unit auto rifle tactics. These differences are important to highlight because we believe it better informs the overall concept of what platforms best serve the mission of the modern minuteman. CONTACT US The best way to get a hold of us is to email us. We love hearing from you and we also love discussing details and helping where we can with specific or more nuanced questions. Please feel…

People in this episode

Hosts: Stephen, Jacob

Guest: Ben Price

Topics covered

  • modern warfare
  • machine gun tactics
  • auto rifle tactics
  • small unit operations
  • military doctrine

Keywords

  • machine gun
  • auto rifle
  • modern minuteman
  • military tactics
  • engagement tempo

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: USMC

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