OK. Back to what I initially TRIED to post.
As we all know, the C7 was developed in the early 80's as a replacement for the FN FAL (C1). Luckily, the under-funded, liberal-ruined CF did the right thing, and followed the trend of 5.56 rifles being developed (We were at least 20 years behind the US's transition to a lighter round) instead of developing another 7.62 weapon. Again, luckily, we chose an Armalite-type rifle. (In My opinion, one of the most versatile weapon systems that has been developed so far)
Completely skipping the C7A1, I move onto the C7A2. It is, as far as anyone is concerned, the newest combat weapon out there....at least for the next year or so. (Even if it is just an upgrade). Even if it isn't exactly what the NCMs wanted, it is a step upwards. Retaining the full-length barrels may work out to be an advantage, instead of adopting an across the board Carbine barrel, which would, at longer ranges, limit the effectiveness of the rifle. Even though most of the conflicts we are seeing now are turning into FIBUA battles, there may be a need, in the future, for a full length barrel.
Now to the other end of the weapon, the Collapsible Buttstock. I dont know why other designers didn't adopt these babies when they first came out. The only disadvantage to them: You cant carry a cleaning kit inside the trap. So what? Like you cant stuff one into your pocket? For the verstility that a telescoping stock provides, I think we can find another place for the cleaning kit. It gives you the ability to turn your full length rifle into a carbine length. This makes Armoured Personnel, Vehicle operators, and whoever else doesn't need to be cumbersomed by a long rifle's job alot easier. It also aids, once again, in anyone who has to do any inside-building work, running through crowds, or getting into small spaces i.e 'Ghan caves. The Butt Pad also softens the sharp-er kick associated with collapsibles without causing the butt to slip, affecting accuracy.
Also, changing the colour of the furniture on the weapon greatly increases cam and concealment. The only more noticeable thing than a helmet silouhette, has to be a black rifle on a cam background. Even if the entire rifle isn't cammed, it definitely breaks up the outline. With the OD being the standard, and the White and Tan being available Options.
Even the Ambidexterous controls are a stark improvement, saving lefties from having to fumble with standard right-handed controls.
Now, in my opinion, the least important addition must be the rails. I'm not against them whatsoever, but they dont make quite the impact on the rifle as everything above. We were still attaching flashlights, and other doodads before these rails came around. This just makes everything standard, with the always-there ability to attach whatever might be needed. And again, with combat moving more and more towards FIBUA, standard rails for a flashlight could come in very handy.
LAst, and definitely least, the CADPAT sling, just one more thing to reduce Black items on a soldier. In case anyone hasn't noticed, Black doesn't show up naturally in the wild, unless its on an animal's nose. One thing that can be fixed with the Tac Vest - Black Buckles. OD would of been much better.
And thats all I have to say about that