Small Arms & Machine Guns π π
Man-portable, usually belt-fed, operated by one soldier (e.g., M249 SAW).
Versatile systems used on bipods or vehicle mounts (e.g., M240B, PKM). Small Arms & Machine Guns
Common standards include 5.56Γ45mm (NATO) and 7.62Γ39mm (Soviet). Man-portable, usually belt-fed, operated by one soldier (e
Detachable box magazines vs. disintegrating link belts. Modularity: Picatinny rails for optics, lasers, and grips. π Modern Trends operated by one soldier (e.g.
Compact weapons firing rifle-style cartridges for non-combat personnel (e.g., FN P90). 2. Rifles & Carbines