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FN Minimi

IN PRODUCTION
FN Minimi
Quick Overview
Manufacturer
Origin
Production
1982 - Present
Overview

The FN Minimi is a Belgian 5.56×45mm NATO light machine gun developed by FN Herstal. It is the basis for the U.S. M249 SAW and has been adopted by over 45 countries, making it one of the most successful light machine gun designs in history.

Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
1,040mm (41 in)
Barrel Length
465mm (18.3 in) standard, 349mm (13.7 in) Para
Weight
6.85 kg (15.1 lb) empty
Mechanical
Action Type
Gas-operated, open bolt
Trigger Type
Selective fire (safe, semi, full auto)
Sights Type
Adjustable iron sights, Picatinny rail
Magazine Capacity
100 or 200-round belt, STANAG magazine compatible
Additional Information
stock
Folding or fixed
action
Gas-operated, open bolt
variants
Standard, Para (short barrel), Minimi 7.62
feed_system
M27 belt or STANAG magazine
rate_of_fire
700-1,150 rpm

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