The M249 SAW (Squad Automatic Weapon), [4] [5] [6] formally the Light Machine Gun, 5.56 mm, M249, is the United States Armed Forces adaptation of the Belgian FN Minimi, a light machine gun manufactured by FN Herstal (FN).

The FN M249S®, a semi-automatic version of the M249 SAW light machine gun, was originally developed by FN Herstal as the FN MINIMI® and adopted by the U.S. military in 1988. The rifle features the signature 18.5-inch FN cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel and operates from a closed-bolt position.

Fills the automatic rifle role in infantry squads and provides light machine gun capabilities in combat service and combat service support units. The M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) provides...

The M249 Squad Automatic Weapon, or SAW, is an individually portable, gas operated, magazine or disintegrating metallic link-belt fed, light machine gun with fixed headspace and quick change...

2015年5月7日 · We will discuss the history of the M249, describe the characteristics of the weapon, ammunition, and discuss employment considerations. We will also cover the proper handling of this weapon, to...

MGW offers replacement firing pins, barrels, buttstocks, 100/200 round ammo packs, links and more for this iconic machine gun. Outfit your FN M249 SAW with quality OEM and aftermarket parts and components to ensure reliable function with every round fed.

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The M243 is most commonly referred to as the "Firestar Plus," including in roll-stamping on the slides of those distributed in many regions. These guns are essentially an M43 9 mm Firestar, with a largely different alloy frame containing a double-column, 13-shot magazine.

The 5.56-mm M249 machine gun supports the soldier in both the offense and defense. The M249 provides a medium volume of close and continuous fire the soldier needs to accomplish the mission.

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