The HK21 is a German 7.62 mm general-purpose machine gun, developed in 1961 by small arms manufacturer Heckler & Koch and based on the G3 battle rifle. The weapon is in use with the …

Feb 14, 2022 · The HK 21 was formally categorized a as "general purpose machine gun" (GPMG) - though it is also considered a "light machine gun" (LMG) - and went on to spawn of family of …

In this episode of TFBTV, James looks at Heckler & Koch's light machine guns and general purpose machine guns. The story starts with the HK21, a selective fi...

Oct 26, 2020 · Today, the model has been replaced in HK catalogs by the new MG4 and MG5 machine guns, but licensed production of the HK 21 in Portugal and Mexico ensures that the …

Dec 1, 1998 · Without question, one of the worlds best though severely underrated GPMG’s is the 7.62X51mm NATO caliber HK21E Machine Gun from Heckler & Koch. To many, the HK21E is …

Sep 4, 2024 · Mechanically, the HK21 shares all the same general principles of the G3. However, it has elements strengthened or modified to suit an LMG. These include a reinforced receiver, …

The basic action of the machine gun, which received the company designation HK 21, was similar to that of the G3 rifle. The HK 21 fired from a closed bolt (not that big issue since its heavy …

One last notemust bemade concerning HK delayed blowback machine guns in 7.62mm NATO caliber. Those guns were lighter than most rivals (such as the MG 3 or FN MAG), and fired …

Mar 25, 2020 · We’ve been looking at HK’s 5.56mm rifles and submachine guns lately, but let’s now turn our attention to the heavy-hitters of the family, the 10- and 20-series light machine …

5.56x45mm version of the HK21. Specifications (???? - ????) Type: General-purpose machine gun; Caliber(s): 5.56x45mm NATO; Weight: 19.3 lb (8.75 kg) Length: 40.6 in (103 cm) Barrel …