The FN M249S®, a semi-automatic version of the M249 SAW light machine gun, was originally developed by FN Herstal as the FN MINIMI® and adopted by the U.S. military in 1988. The rifle features the signature 18.5-inch FN cold hammer-forged, chrome-lined barrel and operates from a closed-bolt position. Chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, the rifle will accept both magazine and linked ammunition belt.

Specs

• Caliber: 5.56x45mm
• Operation: Closed-bolt
• Mag Capacity: 200 Rd. belt or 30 Rd. mag
• Weight: 17.2 lb.
• Barrel Length: 18.5"
• Overall Length: 40.75"
• Overall Height: 9.5"
• Trigger Pull: 8 - 15.5 lb.
• Twist Rate: 1:7 RH