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Bren Gun

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Bren Gun
Quick Overview
Production
1938 - 1992
Overview

The Bren Gun is a British light machine gun that served as the standard squad automatic weapon for the British Commonwealth forces from 1938 through the 1990s. It was a modified version of the Czech ZB vz. 26, adapted to fire the .303 British cartridge. The Bren was renowned for its exceptional accuracy, reliability, and distinctive top-mounted curved magazine.

Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
45.5 in (1,156 mm)
Barrel Length
25.0 in (635 mm)
Weight
22.0 lb (10.0 kg) empty
Mechanical
Action Type
Gas-operated, tilting bolt
Trigger Type
Selective fire
Sights Type
Aperture rear, blade front
Magazine Capacity
30 rounds (top-mounted detachable)
Additional Information
country
United Kingdom
action Type
Gas-operated, tilting bolt
rate Of Fire
500 rpm

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