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Several types of light machine guns in caliber 7.62 millimeter were evaluated prior to the ordering of the new LMG , and at the end in the final was finally chosen between HK121 and the winner M60 E6 .
Experienced LMG - shooters who have previously been deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq , has tested weapons with a focus on ergonomics , operation, accuracy , and integration with other soldier's equipment. It has among other things made throughput of obstruction , response and acting courses , marching , field and garrison shifts and patrol duties .
READ ALSO: Here is the recipe for LMG bacon
It is also in the process of getting a reticle package for the new weapon . The aim is to increase the athlete's ability to observe , identify and increase the precision of the night and in conditions of reduced visibility due to fog or smoke. Aim funds will be thoroughly tested with LMG M60 E6 and expected to be delivered in 2015.
Reticle The package will include :
• Machine Optics , daylight • Machine Optics , thermal • Tactical light laser
• red dot sights
• Laser Rangefinder
• collimator / Bore Sight Laser • Natsigte
LMG M60 E6 comes with better ammo bags, including tape bag for 200 cartridges, flexible vekselpibehylster in fire-resistant material bag for maintenance equipment and padded strap with zip closure .
SEE ALSO: Photo Series: LMG M/62 ( MG42 )
Benefits of LMG M60 E6 to the shooter :
• The weight is 9.35 kg , which is approx. 3 kg lighter than the old LMG M/62 , and the weight is better distributed.
• Better control of alternative shooting positions such as kneeling and standing .
• Lower shot cadence of about 550 rounds per minute compared to about 1200 for LMG M/62 , which increases the shooter's accuracy , reduces ammunition consumption significantly and minimizes the risk of unintended damage ( Collateral Damage ) .
• Ability to deliver one shot at a time.
• Less recoil , which increases the athlete's ability to observe and correct for accuracy .
• Better opportunities to install special screens and other extra accessories such as tactical light laser , etc.
• Stable adjustable stand.
• Fast pipe change is possible without the use of gloves.
Defence purchased approximately 700 pieces , which is scheduled for delivery in late 2014.
Several types of light machine guns in caliber 7.62 millimeter were evaluated prior to the ordering of the new LMG , and at the end in the final was finally chosen between HK121 and the winner M60 E6 .
Experienced LMG - shooters who have previously been deployed to Afghanistan and Iraq , has tested weapons with a focus on ergonomics , operation, accuracy , and integration with other soldier's equipment. It has among other things made throughput of obstruction , response and acting courses , marching , field and garrison shifts and patrol duties .
READ ALSO: Here is the recipe for LMG bacon
It is also in the process of getting a reticle package for the new weapon . The aim is to increase the athlete's ability to observe , identify and increase the precision of the night and in conditions of reduced visibility due to fog or smoke. Aim funds will be thoroughly tested with LMG M60 E6 and expected to be delivered in 2015.
Reticle The package will include :
• Machine Optics , daylight • Machine Optics , thermal • Tactical light laser
• red dot sights
• Laser Rangefinder
• collimator / Bore Sight Laser • Natsigte
LMG M60 E6 comes with better ammo bags, including tape bag for 200 cartridges, flexible vekselpibehylster in fire-resistant material bag for maintenance equipment and padded strap with zip closure .
SEE ALSO: Photo Series: LMG M/62 ( MG42 )
Benefits of LMG M60 E6 to the shooter :
• The weight is 9.35 kg , which is approx. 3 kg lighter than the old LMG M/62 , and the weight is better distributed.
• Better control of alternative shooting positions such as kneeling and standing .
• Lower shot cadence of about 550 rounds per minute compared to about 1200 for LMG M/62 , which increases the shooter's accuracy , reduces ammunition consumption significantly and minimizes the risk of unintended damage ( Collateral Damage ) .
• Ability to deliver one shot at a time.
• Less recoil , which increases the athlete's ability to observe and correct for accuracy .
• Better opportunities to install special screens and other extra accessories such as tactical light laser , etc.
• Stable adjustable stand.
• Fast pipe change is possible without the use of gloves.
Defence purchased approximately 700 pieces , which is scheduled for delivery in late 2014.
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