FN Herstal M240 AC

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:weapon
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Police_Department
gptkbp:accessories spare barrel, carrying handle
gptkbp:activities gas-operated, rotating bolt
gptkbp:broadcasts belt-fed
gptkbp:caliber gptkb:7.62×51mm_NATO
gptkbp:combat_role infantry support and suppression
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
gptkbp:country used by several countries worldwide
gptkbp:design interchangeable parts with other M240 variants
gptkbp:disbandment_date tool-less disassembly
gptkbp:environmental_impact designed for harsh conditions
gptkbp:features modular design for upgrades
gptkbp:feedback generally positive reviews from users
gptkbp:field easy field stripping for maintenance
gptkbp:historical_event developed from earlier M240 models
gptkbp:historical_significance modern infantry support weapon
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label FN Herstal M240 AC
gptkbp:is_used_by various military forces
gptkbp:length 1,200 mm
850 m/s
approximately 20,000 rounds
550 mm
less than 2 minutes
tracer, armor-piercing
gptkbp:lens_type tripod, vehicle-mounted
gptkbp:logistics requires logistical support for ammunition
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Police_Department
gptkbp:modifications rail systems for optics
gptkbp:notable_battle used in various conflicts
gptkbp:operating_system short-stroke gas piston
gptkbp:operational_range 2,000 meters
gptkbp:origin gptkb:Belgium
gptkbp:primary_user gptkb:NATO_forces
gptkbp:range 1,100 meters
gptkbp:rate_of_fire 750 rounds per minute
200 rounds per minute
650-950 rounds per minute
gptkbp:recoil semi-automatic, fully automatic
buffered recoil system
gptkbp:reliability high reliability in combat
gptkbp:role support weapon
gptkbp:safety_features manual safety
gptkbp:sights iron sights
gptkbp:successor gptkb:M240_B
gptkbp:training operator training required
gptkbp:transportation carried by infantry or mounted on vehicles
gptkbp:weight 11.8 kg
15 kg with accessories
gptkbp:year_created gptkb:2006