The 7.62mm NATO M60E6 General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG) represents the latest improvements to the M60 Series of machine guns. It is a gas operated, disintegrating link, belt fed, air-cooled machine gun. It fires from an open bolt and features a quick-change barrel. The M60E6 features a machined aluminum feed cover with integrated M1913 Picatinny rail for mounting optics. An aluminum M1913 rail handguard provides for the mounting of infrared laser aiming devices and other sensors, giving the weapon 24 hour capability.
Key Features
Reliable and user-friendly.
Light and compact design provides increased mobility and allows for accurate off hand (shouldered) direct fire support.
Multiple M1913 rail mounting points for mounting optics, aiming lasers, and accessories.
Stellite®-lined sustained fire barrels for extended barrel life. Available in short or heavy fluted configuration for application flexibility.
Controllable yet lethal rate of fire allows for accurate firing in offhand, kneeling, and prone positions.
Ambidextrous safety
All major components are directly interchangeable with other M60 configurations.
Mounts directly or adapts to all standard NATO tripod and vehicle mounts.
Specifications
Caliber: 7.62x51 mm NATO
Max Effective Range: 1100 Meters (1200 yds)
Max Range: 3725 Meters (4075 yds)
Muzzle Velocity: 853 m/s (2800 fps)
Rate of Fire (cyclic): 500-650 Rounds per minute
Weight:
(Short Barrel): 9.17 kg (20.21 lbs)
(Long Barrel): 9.35 kg (20.61 lbs)