Description: The M-60 series general purpose
machine gun is a light weight, belt fed, gas operated, air cooled weapon
with fixed headspace and timing to allow for the rapid exchange of barrels
during sustained firing situations. The M-60 can be carried and operated
by one individual, though it is common practice to assign the weapon to a
fire team (gunner and assistant gunner, who carries an additional barrel
and ammunition). The M-60 is equipped with an integral bipod assembly
which can be used to stabilize the weapon during offensive operations.
Optionally, the M-60 can be set up on a tripod for increased stability and
long range accuracy. In addition to the basic M-60 there are two variant
models; the M-60 C/D (for use on helicopters) and the M-60E3, a lighter
version of the basic model used by the Marine Corps and U.S. Special
Operations Forces.
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