M134 Minigun vs M1919 Browning

1963–present

1919–1945

Unknown

Over 438,000

800 mm (31.5 in)

1,219mm (48 in) A4, 1,346mm (53 in) A6

559 mm (22 in) per barrel

610mm (24 in)

29.50 kg (65 lb) gun only

14 kg (31 lb) gun with tripod

Linked ammunition, typically 1,000-4,000 rounds

250-round fabric belt

Electric-driven rotary

Recoil-operated, closed bolt

Electric solenoid or dual spade grips

Full auto only (pistol grip trigger on A6)

Reflex or iron sights

Adjustable iron sights, graduated to 2,400m