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[[File:MG338-3.jpg|thumb|right|400px|SIG-Sauer MG 338 (Gen 3 prototype) - .338 Norma Magnum]] | [[File:MG338-3.jpg|thumb|right|400px|SIG-Sauer MG 338 (Gen 3 prototype) - .338 Norma Magnum]] | ||
The '''SIG-Sauer MG 338''' is a machine gun manufactured by the American branch of [[SIG-Sauer]]. It was conceived as a weapon to bridge the gap between the [[M240]] general-purpose machine gun and the heavier [[Browning M2HB]]. Chambered in the more powerful .338 Norma Magnum (8.6x63mm) cartridge, the MG 338 has a greater effective range than the M240, with effective ranges almost reaching that of the .50 BMG Browning M2. The MG 338 is also lighter than both of these weapons. The machine gun is short-stroke gas operated, with a quick change barrel and gas regulator that the operator can adjust between normal and suppressor use settings. Similarly to the [[SIG-Sauer MCX-SPEAR]], the MG 338 is almost always seen with a proprietary suppressor. The MG 338 can also be converted for use with 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition in the field. | The '''SIG-Sauer MG 338''' is a machine gun manufactured by the American branch of [[SIG-Sauer]]. It was conceived as a weapon to bridge the gap between the [[M240]] general-purpose machine gun and the heavier [[Browning M2HB]]. Chambered in the more powerful .338 Norma Magnum (8.6x63mm) cartridge, the MG 338 has a greater effective range than the M240, with effective ranges almost reaching that of the .50 BMG Browning M2. The MG 338 is also lighter than both of these weapons. The machine gun is short-stroke gas operated, with a quick change barrel and gas regulator that the operator can adjust between normal and suppressor use settings. Similarly to the [[SIG-Sauer MCX-SPEAR]], the MG 338 is almost always seen with a proprietary suppressor. The MG 338 can also be converted for use with 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition in the field. Newer prototypes have also been test-converted to 6.8x51mm FURY for ammo commonality with the [[SIG-Sauer MCX-SPEAR]] (designated the XM7) and the LMG-6.8 (designated the XM250). | ||
In 2020, U.S. Special Operation Command (USSOCOM) acquired several machine guns for evaluation, with the United States Marine Corps also showing interest in the design as a possible replacement for the M240. | |||
=Specifications= | =Specifications= | ||
(2018 - Present) | (2018 - Present) | ||
*'''Type:''' General-Purpose Machine Gun | *'''Type:''' General-Purpose Machine Gun | ||
*'''Calibers:''' .338 Norma Magnum, 7.62x51mm NATO | *'''Calibers:''' .338 Norma Magnum, 7.62x51mm NATO, 6.8x51mm FURY | ||
*'''Weight:''' {{convert|lbs|21.4}} | *'''Weight:''' {{convert|lbs|21.4}} | ||
*'''Length (collapsed):''' {{convert|mm|1270}} | *'''Length (collapsed):''' {{convert|mm|1270}} | ||
*'''Barrel Length:''' {{convert|in|17}}, {{convert|mm|610}} | *'''Barrel Length:''' {{convert|in|17}}, {{convert|mm|559}}, {{convert|mm|610}} | ||
*'''Capacity:''' 50 or 100-round belt | *'''Capacity:''' 50 or 100-round belt | ||
*'''Fire Mode:''' Safe / Full-Auto / Semi-Auto | *'''Fire Mode:''' Safe / Full-Auto / Semi-Auto | ||
Latest revision as of 21:00, 13 December 2023
The SIG-Sauer MG 338 is a machine gun manufactured by the American branch of SIG-Sauer. It was conceived as a weapon to bridge the gap between the M240 general-purpose machine gun and the heavier Browning M2HB. Chambered in the more powerful .338 Norma Magnum (8.6x63mm) cartridge, the MG 338 has a greater effective range than the M240, with effective ranges almost reaching that of the .50 BMG Browning M2. The MG 338 is also lighter than both of these weapons. The machine gun is short-stroke gas operated, with a quick change barrel and gas regulator that the operator can adjust between normal and suppressor use settings. Similarly to the SIG-Sauer MCX-SPEAR, the MG 338 is almost always seen with a proprietary suppressor. The MG 338 can also be converted for use with 7.62x51mm NATO ammunition in the field. Newer prototypes have also been test-converted to 6.8x51mm FURY for ammo commonality with the SIG-Sauer MCX-SPEAR (designated the XM7) and the LMG-6.8 (designated the XM250).
In 2020, U.S. Special Operation Command (USSOCOM) acquired several machine guns for evaluation, with the United States Marine Corps also showing interest in the design as a possible replacement for the M240.
Specifications
(2018 - Present)
- Type: General-Purpose Machine Gun
- Calibers: .338 Norma Magnum, 7.62x51mm NATO, 6.8x51mm FURY
- Weight: 21.4 lbs (9.7 kg)
- Length (collapsed): 50 in (127 cm)
- Barrel Length: 17 in (43.2 cm), 22 in (55.9 cm), 24 in (61 cm)
- Capacity: 50 or 100-round belt
- Fire Mode: Safe / Full-Auto / Semi-Auto
The SIG-Sauer MG 338 and variants can be seen in the following films, television series, video games, and anime used by the following actors:
Video Games
| Game Title | Appears as | Mods | Note | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance of Valiant Arms | "MG 338 Machine Gun" | 2020 prototype, added post-release | 2007 | |
| Call of Duty: Modern Warfare | "RAAL MG" | Various attachments | 2020 prototype, added in 2021 update | 2019 |
| Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II | "RAAL MG" | Various attachments | 2020 prototype | 2022 |
See Also
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