FN M249 SAW

The FN M249 has been a mainstay throughout the U.S. Military since 1986 and is currently in service in more than 30 countries. The FN M249 SAW is designed to be used on the front lines where it really matters, providing crucial support at the infantry squad/fire team level by providing highly accurate fire and plus the maneuverability to take the objective. The ergonomically-shaped polymer buttstock contains a hydraulic buffer that allows SAW gunners to maintain a high rate of fire with accuracy and effect. Open-bolt operation. Belt-fed. Changeable barrel. Matte black non-reflective finish on all surfaces. Adjustable steel bipod. Receiver: Formed steel frame. Claw extractor design. Fixed, pivoting ejector plus side ejection of cases. Top cover integrated MIL -STD 1913 mounting rail for sighting systems. Barrel: Hammer-forged steel. Hard chrome-plated bore and chamber. STOCK: Highly ergonomic polymer buttstock assembly with hydraulic recoil buffer system and non-slip buttplate on M249 SAW. Operating Controls: Crossbolt safety button. Curved trigger for improved finger position and control in rapid fire. Feed System: NATO standard disintegrating link belt-fed. Under-mounted polymer ammunition container helps keep ammo cleaner for reduced wear and added reliability.