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FN M249 SAW vs HK MP5SD
Side-by-side technical comparison
FN M249 SAW
Other WeaponsIn production
HK MP5SD
Other WeaponsIn production
Overview
Spec
FN M249 SAW
HK MP5SD
Production
1984–present
1974–present
Units produced
Unknown
Unknown
Specifications
Spec
FN M249 SAW
HK MP5SD
Overall length
1,041mm (40.75 in)
790mm (31.1 in) stock extended
Barrel length
465mm (18.3 in)
146mm (5.7 in) — ported, inside suppressor
Weight
7.5 kg (16.5 lb) empty, 10 kg (22 lb) with 200 rounds
3.5 kg (7.7 lb)
Magazine capacity
100 or 200-round belt, STANAG magazine compatible
15 or 30 rounds detachable
Action type
Gas-operated, open bolt
Roller-delayed blowback, closed bolt
Trigger type
Full auto only (M249), full auto/semi (Minimi)
Selective fire (safe, semi, full auto or 3-round burst)
Sights
Adjustable iron sights, Picatinny rail for optics
Hooded front post, adjustable diopter rear
Calibers
FN M249 SAW
HK MP5SD