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danhay · November 30th, 2012, 10:10

The use of the WE mag limits the sustained rate of fire of the LMG thus negating the benefits and primary purpose of such a weapon. The limited magazine capacity imposes a stoppage every 30 rounds, when the purpose of an LMG is to provide a sustained base of fire. This was one of the big reasons the Brits picked up a not insignificant number of M249s as an UOR for Afghanistan and basically ditched the L86 as a squad support weapon (for a short time the L86 was retained as a 'designated marksman rifle').

This kit basically provides one with a cumbersome assault rifle. I personally do not see any advantage to using this system.

November 30th, 2012, 10:10	#6
danhay Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Calgary, AB	The use of the WE mag limits the sustained rate of fire of the LMG thus negating the benefits and primary purpose of such a weapon. The limited magazine capacity imposes a stoppage every 30 rounds, when the purpose of an LMG is to provide a sustained base of fire. This was one of the big reasons the Brits picked up a not insignificant number of M249s as an UOR for Afghanistan and basically ditched the L86 as a squad support weapon (for a short time the L86 was retained as a 'designated marksman rifle'). This kit basically provides one with a cumbersome assault rifle. I personally do not see any advantage to using this system.