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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:weapon
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gptkbp:accessories
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various accessories available
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gptkbp:activities
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gas-operated, rotating bolt
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gptkbp:broadcasts
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belt-fed
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gptkbp:caliber
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gptkb:7.62×51mm_NATO
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gptkbp:cooling_system
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air-cooled
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gptkbp:crew
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2
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gptkbp:date
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1950s
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gptkbp:design
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gptkb:battle
interchangeable components
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gptkbp:environmental_impact
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designed for harsh environments
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gptkbp:ergonomics
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designed for ease of use
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gptkbp:feedback
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generally positive
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gptkbp:field
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can be field stripped for cleaning
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gptkbp:fighting_style
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high effectiveness in combat
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gptkbp:historical_event
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used in Gulf War
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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widely used in NATO forces
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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FN Herstal M240 B
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gptkbp:is_compatible_with
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gptkb:battle
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gptkbp:is_used_by
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gptkb:United_States_Armed_Forces
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gptkbp:length
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1,200 mm
approximately 20,000 rounds
550 mm
less than 2 minutes
linked ammunition
200-250 rounds per belt
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gptkbp:lens_type
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tripod or vehicle-mounted
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gptkbp:maintenance
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requires regular maintenance
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gptkbp:manufacturer
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gptkb:Police_Department
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gptkbp:modifications
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various modifications available
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gptkbp:notable_battle
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used in various conflicts
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gptkbp:notable_users
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gptkb:NATO_countries
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gptkbp:operational_area
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support weapon
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gptkbp:operational_range
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1,800 m
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gptkbp:origin
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gptkb:Belgium
derived from M1919
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gptkbp:range
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1,200 m
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gptkbp:rate_of_fire
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200 rounds per minute
650-950 rounds per minute
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gptkbp:recoil
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moderate
semi-automatic and automatic
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gptkbp:reliability
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high
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gptkbp:safety_features
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manual safety
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gptkbp:sights
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iron sights
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gptkbp:status
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in active service
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gptkbp:successor
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gptkb:M240_L
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gptkbp:training
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extensive training required
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gptkbp:transportation
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carried by infantry or mounted on vehicles
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gptkbp:variant
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gptkb:M240_G
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gptkbp:weight
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11.8 kg
approximately 12 kg with accessories
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gptkbp:year_created
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gptkb:1977
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:Police_Department
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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3
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