The New Zealand Defence Force has selected the FN Herstal 7.62mm Minimi TR as a replacement for the 5.56 mm LSW C9, currently in service. The weapons are being acquired now, with NZ delivery due to start from April this year, and introduction to service and issuing to units planned to occur in last quarter of 2012.

C9 Light Machine Gun Also known as the "Minimi" (and in American service as both the M249, and the SAW (Squad Automatic Weapon)), the C9 Light Machine Gun replaced the FN C2 as the C7 rifle was replacing the FN C1.

The C9A2 is air-cooled, gas-operated and equipped with a rotating bolt locking system. Designed with a dual feed system, it fires from a disintegrating link belt of 200 rounds. In emergencies, a 30-round rifle magazine can be used instead. The primary sighting system is an optical sight. The C9A2 is an upgrade from the C9 and C9A1 LMGs.

Within the rifle section, the C9A1 is used to provide covering fire for the manoeuvre of assault troops in the offence and to cover enemy approaches in the defence. The C9A1 fires 700 rounds per minute and up to 1000 rounds per minute with the …

The Lee Enfield Grenade Launcher. Not just a rifle anymore. A close up look at the Canadian Army C9 Light Machine Gun.Enjoy!Follow us on:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OnTargetCdn/Twitter...

Jan 7, 2024 · This two-tiered approach would result in a Tier 1 Full Spectrum (CMAR-FS) rifle optimized for offensive operations in urban and open terrain, and a Tier 2 General Service (CMAR-GS) rifle designed for support and personal protection.

May 30, 2024 · Introduced in 1982, the Belgian-made Minimi quickly evolved into the light-support weapon-of-choice for several key national military powers including Britain and the United States. For the former it has served as the L108A1 and, for the latter, it …

Claridge Hi-Tec C-9 C9 9mm 16.5” Blowback Semi-Auto Rifle w/ Factory Box. WOA#: WY220722GC018. Make: Claridge. Model: C-9. Serial Number: C900166. Year of Manufacture: 1990-1993. Caliber: 9mm Nato. Action Type: Closed Bolt, Semi-Automatic Blowback.

The C9 Light Machinegun is the Canadian designation for the Belgian 5.56mm Fabrique Nationale (FN) Minimi Squad Automatic Weapon. The C9 is an air cooled, gas operated, belt or magazine fed, automatic weapon weighing approximately 7 kg.

Jun 8, 2021 · Canadian Forces Training Video Series. Produced for the Department of National Defence. The C9 LMG Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnWPymzAh...