Manufacturer(s)
Fabrique Nationale Herstal SA - Belgium / FNMI - USA / Manroy Engineering - UK / Ordnance Factories Board - India / FFV-Carl Gustaf - Sweden / DGFM - Argentina / PT Pindad - Indonesia
FIRE SUPPORT
Capable of suppressing enemy elements at range through direct or in-direct fire.
SPECIAL FORCES
Qualities of this weapon have shown its value to Special Forces elements requiring a versatile, reliable solution for the rigors of special assignments.
Overall Length
1,260 mm / 49.61 in
Barrel Length
630 mm / 24.80 in
Weight (Empty)
25.99 lb / 11.79 kg
Action
Gas Operated; Open Bolt; Automatic Fire Only
OPEN BOLT
System utilizes internal mechanism where bolt and associated working components are set to the rear of the receiver with no cartridge chambered; trigger actuation moves bolt forward, chambers cartridge, and fires bullet in single action - ultimately resetting during the complete cycle by way of the generated energy.
GAS-OPERATED
Gas-operated system is featured, typically involving a gas cylinder and rear-driven piston directing energy to the bolt component.
Caliber(s)*
7.62mm x 51 NATO
*May not represent an exhuastive list; Calibers may be model-specific dependent; Always consult official manufacturer sources.
Feed
Various - Metal-link Belt Fed
Sights
Folding Leaf Rear w Aperture and Notch; Front Blade; Optional Optics
Material presented above is for historical and entertainment value and should not be construed as usable for hardware restoration, maintenance, or general operation - always consult official manufacturer sources for such information.
Max.Effective Range
3,937 ft / 1,200.0 m | 1,312.3 yds
Muzzle Velocity
2,756 ft/sec / 840 m/sec