M2A1 (.50 Cal)
Type: Machine Gun
Domain: land
Country of Origin: United States
Manufacturer: General Dynamics Ordnance
Overview
Modernized variant of the legendary M2 Browning .50 caliber (12.7x99mm) heavy machine gun. Features quick-change barrel, fixed headspace and timing eliminating the need for manual adjustment, and flash hider. Provides anti-personnel, anti-materiel, and anti-aircraft fire from vehicles, tripods, and naval mounts. In continuous service since 1933.
Technical Specifications
| Feed | 100-round belt |
|---|---|
| Type | Heavy Machine Gun |
| Length | 1,654 mm |
| Weight | 38 kg (gun only) / 57 kg (on tripod M3) |
| Caliber | .50 BMG (12.7x99mm NATO) |
| Rate of Fire | 450-600 rpm |
| Barrel Length | 1,143 mm |
| Effective Range | 2,000 m (area) / 1,800 m (point) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 928 m/s |
Operators
- Australia
- Israel
- Japan
- NATO allies
- Saudi Arabia
- South Korea
- United States
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