It is used extensively by infantry, most often in rifle companies, as well as on ground vehicles, watercraft and aircraft. Though it is heavier than some comparable weapons, it is highly regarded for reliability …

The M240 (also known as the FN MAG® or FN MAG® 58) family of medium machine guns (7.62x51mm NATO) has long been employed by all services of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Sep 12, 2022 · The M240 was designed by Fabrique Nationale (FN) Herstal, a Belgian arms company. The US Army first adopted the machine gun in 1977, for use on the branch’s tanks. Over time, it and …

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 what …

Dec 2, 2025 · Explore M240 machine gun specs, caliber, weight, rate of fire, cost, ammo, comparisons with M60, and updates on its current and future replacements.

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, and...

All United States military services use general purpose machine guns (GPMG) extensively in today’s conflicts. These weapons are standard issue variants of the M240, which is based on the MAG58 …

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...

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 …

Jul 24, 2025 · The US Army is seeking a potential replacement for its decades-old M240 medium machine gun, aiming for a weapon with improved lethality and capability.