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FN M249 SAW vs HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle)
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FN M249 SAW
Other WeaponsIn production
HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle)
Other WeaponsIn production
Overview
Spec
FN M249 SAW
HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle)
Production
1984–present
2015–present
Units produced
Unknown
Limited
Specifications
Spec
FN M249 SAW
HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle)
Overall length
1,041mm (40.75 in)
1,067mm (42 in) stock extended
Barrel length
465mm (18.3 in)
508mm (20 in)
Weight
7.5 kg (16.5 lb) empty, 10 kg (22 lb) with 200 rounds
5.4 kg (12 lb) empty
Magazine capacity
100 or 200-round belt, STANAG magazine compatible
20 or 30-round detachable box
Action type
Gas-operated, open bolt
Gas-operated, open bolt (auto) / closed bolt (semi)
Trigger type
Full auto only (M249), full auto/semi (Minimi)
Selective fire
Sights
Adjustable iron sights, Picatinny rail for optics
Full-length Picatinny rail for optics, backup iron sights
Calibers
FN M249 SAW
HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle)