Quick Summary

The FN Herstal M249 SAW is a 5.56x45mm NATO caliber machine gun, weighing around 17 lbs empty. It features a standard 18-inch barrel and can be belt-fed or use a 30-round STANAG magazine, demonstrated effectively in an indoor range setting by Polenar Tactical.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & M249 Display
  2. 00:05Firing Demonstration
  3. 00:08Speaker's Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What caliber is the M249 SAW machine gun?

The M249 SAW machine gun is chambered in the 5.56x45mm NATO cartridge, a standard rifle round used by many NATO forces.

How is the M249 SAW typically fed?

The M249 SAW is primarily a belt-fed machine gun, but it can also accept standard 30-round STANAG magazines for added versatility in ammunition feeding.

What is the approximate weight of an empty M249 SAW?

An empty M249 SAW machine gun weighs approximately 17 pounds, making it a substantial but manageable weapon for its class.

What type of range was used for the M249 SAW demonstration?

The M249 SAW was demonstrated being fired at an indoor shooting range, equipped with human-shaped targets suitable for live-fire exercises.

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