AdministratorHow much does the Army pay for an M240?
So there was this Army contract award (click on it to enlarge) last week: Seems pretty simple: 900 240 machine guns for $77.4 million. Math was never Battleland’s strong suit, but a quick trip to the calculator says that indicates each gun costs $86,000.
What gun replaced the M240B?
The MG 338 is also the same machine gun competing with the Lightweight Medium Machine Gun from General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems for the US Special Operations Command replacement for the M240. The MG 338 weighs 20 pounds and was designed to meet SOCOM requirements of firing belt-fed .
How does an M240 work?
Ammunition is fed into the weapon from a 100-round bandoleer containing a disintegrating metallic split-link belt. The gas from firing one round provides the energy for firing the next round. Thus, the gun functions automatically as long as it is supplied with ammunition and the trigger is held to the rear.
What are the five descriptive characteristics of the M240B medium machine gun?
What are the five descriptive characteristics of the M240B medium machine gun? Belt fed, air cooled, gas operated, fully automatic that fires from the open bolt, and crew served.
How long is M240B?
49.7 in
M240 machine gun
| Machine Gun, 7.62 mm, M240 | |
|---|---|
| Specifications | |
| Weight | M240B: 27.1 pounds (12.3 kg) M240G: 25.6 pounds (11.6 kg) M240L: 22.3 pounds (10.1 kg) |
| Length | 49.7 in (1,263 mm) |
| Barrel length | 24.8 in (630 mm) |
Is the M240 getting replaced?
The Army, along with the United States Marine Corps, is seeking to streamline the arsenal of small arms. Here’s What You Need to Know: Studies are now underway.
What round does a M240B shoot?
7.62×51mm NATO
M240 machine gun
| Machine Gun, 7.62 mm, M240 | |
|---|---|
| Height | 10.4 in (263 mm) |
| Cartridge | 7.62×51mm NATO |
| Action | Gas-operated, open bolt |
| Rate of fire | 750–950 rounds/min |
Which of the following are the characteristics of the M240?
The general characteristic of a m240 is? m240 is an air-cooled, belt-fed, gas operated, crew served, fully automatic weapon that fires from open bolt poistion.
What kind of training is in the M240B?
3 Basic Officer Course M240B Machine Gun Learning Objectives Terminal Learning Objectives MCCS-CSW-1001 Given a medium machine gun and ammunition, while wearing a fighting load, perform weapons handling procedures for the medium machine gun without endangering personnel or equipment.
What is the max range of the M240B?
Max Range: 3,725 m. The M240B is a general-purpose machine gun. It can be mounted on a bipod, tripod, aircraft, or vehicle. The M240B is a belt-fed, air-cooled, gas-operated, fully automatic
How do I qualify for the m249/m60/m240b?
Qualification with the M249, M60/ M240B machine gun consists of achieving the minimum standards for 10-meter day and transition day firing tables. One point is allowed for each round impacting within the scoring space (maximum of 7 points [M249] or 9 points [M60/M240B] for each space) for Firing Table I.
How many points do you need to qualify for M240B?
Qualification with the M249, M60/ M240B machine gun consists of achieving the minimum standards for 10-meter day and transition day firing tables. One point is allowed for each round impacting within the scoring space (maximum of 7 points [M249] or 9 points [M60/M240B] for each space) for Firing Table I.