The M240 has been used by the United States Armed Forces since the late 1970s. It is used extensively by infantry, most often in rifle companies, as well as on ground vehicles, watercraft …

Aug 26, 2025 · After nearly 50 years in service, the Army is exploring options to replace the M240 machine gun. From .338 Norma Magnum overmatch to lightweight 7.62 alternatives, here’s …

The FN® M240B is the “go to/can do” medium machine gun for all branches of the U.S. military, offering absolute reliability, extended range, and an exceptional service life. This weapon’s …

To mechanically center the MDO reticle, mount the MDO on an M240, remove the bolt group, then align the bore with a distant object or wall corner. Without disturbing the weapon, adjust …

Jul 10, 2025 · The U.S. Army is now formally working toward replacing at least a portion of its 7.62x51mm M240 machine guns. Earlier this year, the service had expressed interest in a new …

Information and photos of the M240 series of machine guns as used by US special operations forces.

The M240B is a belt-fed, air-cooled, gas-operated, fully automatic machine gun that fires from the open bolt position. This reliable 7.62mm machine gun delivers more energy to the target than …

Jul 24, 2025 · The M240, manufactured by FN America, has been in service since the late 1970s, replacing the M60. It comes in several variants, including the M240B for standard army use …

The M240 has been used by the United States Armed Forces since the late 1970s. It is used extensively by infantry, most often in rifle companies, as well as on-ground vehicles, …

Nov 27, 2025 · The M240 machine gun, officially the Machine Gun, 7.62 mm, M240, is the U.S. military designation for the FN MAG, a family of belt-fed, gas-operated medium machine …