Re: Machineguns

[MathesonT@xxxxxxx]

In a message dated 7/1/2001 7:19:33 PM Pacific Daylight Time, 
blackeagleblackeagle@yahoo.com writes:


> What is the largest caliber that is man portable and
> useable in a tactical situation?
>
> I think the answer is 7.62x51


A four man squad can manpack a .50 and 6-800 rounds of ammo over reasonable 
distances.  The need to fire from a tripod does limit tactical use.  

> How many parts are interchangeable between the FN M240
> and FN M249?


Have to check numbers on the small parts, but probably nothing.  Definitely 
none of the important parts.  A retaining pin or two at most.  Not something 
that is considered important when scaling one weapon down to make a smaller 
lighter subcaliber version as in the case of the Mag-58 and Minimi.

> Is there a KAC/Stoner MG in 7.62x51?


Nope.  With little in the way of 5.56mm machinegun sales it is doubtful they 
will move into the GPMG market.  

Rob