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FN M249 SAW vs M249 Para
Side-by-side technical comparison
FN M249 SAW
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M249 Para
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Overview
Spec
FN M249 SAW
M249 Para
Production
1984–present
1994–present
Units produced
Unknown
Unknown
Specifications
Spec
FN M249 SAW
M249 Para
Overall length
1,041mm (40.75 in)
910 mm (stock extended) / 760 mm (collapsed)
Barrel length
465mm (18.3 in)
349 mm (13.75 inch)
Weight
7.5 kg (16.5 lb) empty, 10 kg (22 lb) with 200 rounds
6.8 kg
Magazine capacity
100 or 200-round belt, STANAG magazine compatible
200-round belt or 30-round M16 magazine
Action type
Gas-operated, open bolt
Gas-operated, open bolt
Trigger type
Full auto only (M249), full auto/semi (Minimi)
Full auto only
Sights
Adjustable iron sights, Picatinny rail for optics
Adjustable rear diopter, front post
Calibers
FN M249 SAW
M249 Para