The Knight's Armament Light Assault Machine Gun

Published on March 3, 2020
Duration: 4:01

This expert guide details the firing and loading technique for the Knight's Armament Light Assault Machine Gun (LAMG). Featuring insights from C. Reed Knight Jr., founder of KAC, and RECOIL editor Iain Harrison, the video highlights the LAMG's lightweight design, belt-fed operation, and exceptional controllability during full-auto fire. The demonstration covers loading procedures and firing techniques, emphasizing the weapon's smooth cycling and minimal felt recoil, making it manageable even when fired off-hand.

Quick Summary

The Knight's Armament LAMG is an exceptionally lightweight (9.5 lbs) belt-fed machine gun in 5.56x45mm NATO. Designed by Eugene Stoner and revived by KAC, it uses a long recoil system for smooth operation and minimal muzzle climb, offering superior controllability even when fired off-hand. Loading is done via a top-cover mechanism with linked ammunition belts.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to KAC LAMG
  2. 00:35LAMG Technical Overview & Weight
  3. 01:05Design History by Eugene Stoner
  4. 01:34Mechanical Operation Explained
  5. 02:10Loading and Firing Demonstration
  6. 02:42Range Performance & Controllability

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Knight's Armament Light Assault Machine Gun (LAMG)?

The Knight's Armament LAMG is a lightweight, belt-fed machine gun chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO. Weighing just 9.5 pounds, it was designed by Eugene Stoner and revived by KAC for modern military applications requiring high controllability and portability.

How does the LAMG achieve its low recoil and controllability?

The LAMG utilizes a long recoil operating system, featuring a lightened bolt and carrier with increased travel distance. This design allows for high-velocity round stripping while significantly reducing felt recoil and muzzle climb during full-auto fire.

What is the loading procedure for the LAMG?

The LAMG features a top-cover loading mechanism. A linked belt of 5.56 ammunition is inserted into the receiver via the top cover, allowing for rapid and efficient reloading of the belt-fed system.

Who are the key figures involved with the Knight's Armament LAMG?

The LAMG's design originated with Eugene Stoner. The video features C. Reed Knight Jr., founder of Knight's Armament Company, demonstrating the weapon, and Iain Harrison from RECOIL magazine discussing its performance.

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