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FN M249 SAW vs MG 15
Side-by-side technical comparison
FN M249 SAW
Other WeaponsIn production
MG 15
Other WeaponsDiscontinued
Overview
Spec
FN M249 SAW
MG 15
Production
1984–present
1936–1945
Units produced
Unknown
Approximately 50,000
Specifications
Spec
FN M249 SAW
MG 15
Overall length
1,041mm (40.75 in)
1,091 mm
Barrel length
465mm (18.3 in)
600 mm
Weight
7.5 kg (16.5 lb) empty, 10 kg (22 lb) with 200 rounds
12.40 kg
Magazine capacity
100 or 200-round belt, STANAG magazine compatible
75 rounds (saddle drum)
Action type
Gas-operated, open bolt
Recoil-operated
Trigger type
Full auto only (M249), full auto/semi (Minimi)
Automatic only
Sights
Adjustable iron sights, Picatinny rail for optics
Ring bead front, rear sight for aerial targeting
Calibers
FN M249 SAW
MG 15