HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle) vs Madsen Light Machine Gun

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HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle)

Other WeaponsIn production

Madsen Light Machine Gun

Other WeaponsDiscontinued

Overview

Spec

HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle)

Madsen Light Machine Gun

Manufacturer

Ohio Ordnance Works

Dansk Rekylriffel Syndikat / Compagnie Madsen

Country

United States

Denmark

Production

2015–present

1896–1965

Units produced

Limited

~130,000

Specifications

Spec

HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle)

Madsen Light Machine Gun

Overall length

1,067mm (42 in) stock extended

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Barrel length

508mm (20 in)

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Weight

5.4 kg (12 lb) empty

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Magazine capacity

20 or 30-round detachable box

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Action type

Gas-operated, open bolt (auto) / closed bolt (semi)

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Trigger type

Selective fire

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Sights

Full-length Picatinny rail for optics, backup iron sights

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Calibers

HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle)

.30-06 Springfield

Madsen Light Machine Gun

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HCAR (Heavy Counter Assault Rifle)Madsen Light Machine Gun

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