Firearms from Switzerland / United States

The SIG MG 338 is a lightweight general purpose machine gun developed by SIG Sauer. It is chambered in .338 Norma Magnum, offering extended range and lethality compared to 7.62mm machine guns. The MG 338 uses a short-stroke gas piston system with a multi-lug rotating bolt. It features a receiver made from lightweight materials including aluminum and polymer. The weapon is designed to bridge the gap between 7.62mm GPMGs and .50 caliber heavy machine guns in weight and performance.