M240 L

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:weapons
gptkbp:accessories can use various optics
gptkbp:action gas-operated
gptkbp:barrel_length 24 in (610 mm)
gptkbp:barrel_type quick-change barrel
linked ammunition
gptkbp:caliber gptkb:7.62×51mm_NATO
gptkbp:combat_history used in various conflicts
gptkbp:cooling_system air-cooled
gptkbp:cultural_impact featured in films and video games
gptkbp:design gptkb:FN_Herstal
modular design for easy upgrades
gptkbp:design_date gptkb:1977
gptkbp:feed_system belt-fed
gptkbp:fighting_style high combat effectiveness
gptkbp:firing_mechanism semi-automatic, automatic
gptkbp:historical_significance widely used in modern warfare
gptkbp:historical_use used in Vietnam War
used in Afghanistan War
used in Gulf War
used in Iraq War
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label M240 L
gptkbp:is_tested_for extensively field-tested
gptkbp:length 1,150 mm
1,200 mm (47 in)
gptkbp:logistics requires logistical support
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular maintenance
gptkbp:modifications can be modified for different roles
gptkbp:mounting_options tripod, vehicle-mounted, aircraft-mounted
gptkbp:muzzle_velocity 850 m/s (2,800 ft/s)
gptkbp:operating_system gas-operated, rotating bolt
gptkbp:origin gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:primary_role support weapon
anti-vehicle weapon
gptkbp:produces produced by multiple manufacturers
gptkbp:range 1,100 m (1,200 yd)
3,725 m (4,080 yd)
gptkbp:rate_of_fire 650-950 rounds/min
200 rounds/min
950 rounds/min
650–950 rounds/min
gptkbp:recoil low recoil
gptkbp:reliability high reliability
gptkbp:safety_features manual safety
gptkbp:service_history in service since 1977
gptkbp:sights iron sights
gptkbp:successor gptkb:M249_SAW
gptkbp:training requires specialized training
gptkbp:transportation carried by infantry
gptkbp:used_by gptkb:United_States_Armed_Forces
gptkbp:user_countries gptkb:NATO_countries
gptkbp:user_feedback generally positive
gptkbp:variant gptkb:M240_E1
gptkb:M240_B
gptkb:M240_G
gptkbp:weight 10.5 kg
11.5 kg (25.4 lb)
13.6 kg (30 lb) with accessories
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:M240
gptkb:FN_7.62_NATO_ammunition
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_AA
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_AB
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_AN
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_AU
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_AV
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_B
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_C
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_F
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_G
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_H
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_I
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_M
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_U
gptkb:FN_Herstal_M240_W
gptkb:M240_machine_gun
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5