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FN M249 SAW vs MG 42
Side-by-side technical comparison
FN M249 SAW
Other WeaponsIn production
MG 42
Other WeaponsDiscontinued
Overview
Spec
FN M249 SAW
MG 42
Production
1984–present
1942–1945
Units produced
Unknown
400,000+
Specifications
Spec
FN M249 SAW
MG 42
Overall length
1,041mm (40.75 in)
48.0 in (1,220 mm)
Barrel length
465mm (18.3 in)
21.0 in (533 mm)
Weight
7.5 kg (16.5 lb) empty, 10 kg (22 lb) with 200 rounds
25.6 lb (11.6 kg)
Magazine capacity
100 or 200-round belt, STANAG magazine compatible
Belt-fed (50 or 250 rounds)
Action type
Gas-operated, open bolt
Recoil-operated, roller-locked
Trigger type
Full auto only (M249), full auto/semi (Minimi)
Full-auto only
Sights
Adjustable iron sights, Picatinny rail for optics
Adjustable rear, blade front
Calibers
FN M249 SAW
MG 42