FN M249 SAW vs Madsen Light Machine Gun

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FN M249 SAW

Other WeaponsIn production

Madsen Light Machine Gun

Other WeaponsDiscontinued

Overview

Spec

FN M249 SAW

Madsen Light Machine Gun

Manufacturer

FN Herstal / FN America

Dansk Rekylriffel Syndikat / Compagnie Madsen

Country

Belgium / United States

Denmark

Production

1984–present

1896–1965

Units produced

Unknown

~130,000

Specifications

Spec

FN M249 SAW

Madsen Light Machine Gun

Overall length

1,041mm (40.75 in)

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Barrel length

465mm (18.3 in)

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Weight

7.5 kg (16.5 lb) empty, 10 kg (22 lb) with 200 rounds

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Magazine capacity

100 or 200-round belt, STANAG magazine compatible

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Action type

Gas-operated, open bolt

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Trigger type

Full auto only (M249), full auto/semi (Minimi)

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Sights

Adjustable iron sights, Picatinny rail for optics

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Calibers

FN M249 SAW

5.56x45mm NATO

Madsen Light Machine Gun

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FN M249 SAW Madsen Light Machine Gun

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