M250 (SIG LMG 6.8)
Type: Assault Rifle
Domain: land
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: SIG Sauer
Overview
Belt-fed light machine gun chambered in 6.8x51mm (.277 Fury) replacing the M249 SAW. Weighs only 5.9 kg unloaded — over 3 kg lighter than the M249 while delivering significantly greater muzzle energy capable of defeating modern body armor. Gas-operated with quick-change barrel. Type classified as M250 in May 2025.
Technical Specifications
| note | Part of US NGSW program; XM250 wins over M249 SAW |
|---|---|
| magazine | 20 |
| operation | Gas-operated belt-fed |
| weight_kg | 8 |
| caliber_mm | 6.8 |
| caliber_type | 6.8x51mm Hybrid |
| rate_of_fire_rpm | 800 |
| effective_range_m | 1000 |
Operators
- United States
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