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U.S. Special Operators Will Soon Be Using This 6.5mm “Assault” Machine Gun
FN America has unveiled a prototype of its new Mk 48 Mod 2 machine gun in the 6.5mm Creedmoor cartridge, which it developed in response to a U.S. Special Operations Command requirement. American special operations forces are interested in acquiring an “assault” machine gun in this caliber, which would offer better range than existing weapons using the smaller 5.56x45mm cartridge, but would still be lighter than more traditional light machine guns.
Special Operators Getting A New Round For Their Precision Rifles And An ‘Assault’ Machine Gun
The two types of weapons will both fire the same 6.5mm cartridge, which offers better range and accuracy over existing ammunition.