FN MAG / M240 vs MG5 (Heckler & Koch MG5)

1958–present

2010–present

Over 200,000

Unknown (thousands)

1,263mm (49.7 in)

1250 mm

630mm (24.8 in) standard

550 mm

12.5 kg (27.6 lb) M240B with bipod

11.5 kg (unloaded)

M13 disintegrating link belt, typically 50 or 100 rounds

Belt fed (50 or 200 round)

Gas-operated, open bolt

Roller-delayed blowback

Full auto only

Automatic only

Adjustable iron sights, Picatinny rail for optics

Iron / optical (Picatinny rail)