Statements (51)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:weapons
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gptkbp:accessories |
spare barrel, carrying handle
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gptkbp:action |
gas-operated, rotating bolt
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gptkbp:barrel_length |
550 mm
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gptkbp:barrel_type |
approximately 20,000 rounds
less than 2 minutes tracer, armor-piercing |
gptkbp:caliber |
gptkb:7.62×51mm_NATO
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gptkbp:combat_history |
used in various conflicts
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gptkbp:combat_role |
infantry support and suppression
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gptkbp:cooling_system |
air-cooled
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gptkbp:country_of_origin |
gptkb:Belgium
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gptkbp:design |
interchangeable parts with other M240 variants
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gptkbp:design_features |
modular design for upgrades
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gptkbp:disassembly |
tool-less disassembly
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gptkbp:environmental_concerns |
designed for harsh conditions
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gptkbp:feed_system |
belt-fed
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gptkbp:field |
easy field stripping for maintenance
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gptkbp:firing_mechanism |
semi-automatic, fully automatic
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gptkbp:historical_significance |
modern infantry support weapon
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gptkbp:history |
developed from earlier M240 models
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
FN Herstal M240 AC
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gptkbp:length |
1,200 mm
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gptkbp:logistics |
requires logistical support for ammunition
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gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:FN_Herstal
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gptkbp:modifications |
rail systems for optics
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gptkbp:mounting_options |
tripod, vehicle-mounted
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gptkbp:muzzle_velocity |
850 m/s
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gptkbp:operating_system |
short-stroke gas piston
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gptkbp:operational_range |
2,000 meters
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gptkbp:primary_user |
gptkb:NATO_forces
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gptkbp:range |
1,100 meters
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gptkbp:rate_of_fire |
750 rounds per minute
200 rounds per minute 650-950 rounds per minute |
gptkbp:recoil |
buffered recoil system
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gptkbp:reliability |
high reliability in combat
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gptkbp:role |
support weapon
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gptkbp:safety_features |
manual safety
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gptkbp:sights |
iron sights
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gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:M240_B
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gptkbp:training |
operator training required
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gptkbp:transportation |
carried by infantry or mounted on vehicles
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gptkbp:used_by |
various military forces
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gptkbp:user_countries |
used by several countries worldwide
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gptkbp:user_feedback |
generally positive reviews from users
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gptkbp:weight |
11.8 kg
15 kg with accessories |
gptkbp:year_established |
gptkb:2006
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gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:FN_Herstal
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gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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