FN MAG
TypeMachine gun
OriginBelgium
Era1958
UsersErnest Vervier
About FN MAG
One of the most widely used machine guns in the world, adopted by over 80 countries. The US military uses it as the M240. Extremely reliable under all conditions. Used on vehicles, aircraft, and by infantry. The Belgian original has been in continuous production for over 60 years.
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