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FN M249 SAW vs M134 Minigun
Side-by-side technical comparison
FN M249 SAW
Other WeaponsIn production
M134 Minigun
Other WeaponsIn production
Overview
Spec
FN M249 SAW
M134 Minigun
Production
1984–present
1963–present
Units produced
Unknown
Unknown
Specifications
Spec
FN M249 SAW
M134 Minigun
Overall length
1,041mm (40.75 in)
800 mm (31.5 in)
Barrel length
465mm (18.3 in)
559 mm (22 in) per barrel
Weight
7.5 kg (16.5 lb) empty, 10 kg (22 lb) with 200 rounds
29.50 kg (65 lb) gun only
Magazine capacity
100 or 200-round belt, STANAG magazine compatible
Linked ammunition, typically 1,000-4,000 rounds
Action type
Gas-operated, open bolt
Electric-driven rotary
Trigger type
Full auto only (M249), full auto/semi (Minimi)
Electric solenoid or dual spade grips
Sights
Adjustable iron sights, Picatinny rail for optics
Reflex or iron sights
Calibers
FN M249 SAW
M134 Minigun