M249 SAW
Type: Machine Gun
Domain: land
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: FN Herstal
Overview
Belt-fed 5.56x45mm light machine gun providing suppressive fire at the fire team level. Gas-operated with quick-change barrel and rate of fire of 750-1,000 rounds per minute. Standard squad automatic weapon since 1984. Being replaced by the M250 for close combat forces but will continue serving in support roles.
Technical Specifications
| Feed | 200-round belt (M27) or STANAG 30-round magazine |
|---|---|
| Type | Squad Automatic Weapon / Light Machine Gun |
| Length | 1,040 mm |
| Weight | 7.5 kg (empty) |
| Caliber | 5.56x45mm NATO |
| Rate of Fire | 750-1,000 rpm |
| Barrel Length | 465 mm |
| Effective Range | 800 m |
| Muzzle Velocity | 915 m/s |
Operators
- Australia
- Canada
- Colombia
- Iraq
- Lebanon
- Philippines
- United States
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