The GPMG (General Purpose Machine Gun) when used in the SF (Sustained Fire) role, i.e tripod mounted, is used as a medium machin
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4256 x 2831 px | 36 x 24 cm | 14.2 x 9.4 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
12 May 2009Location:
Brecon Wales UKMore information:
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The GPMG (General Purpose Machine Gun) when used in the SF (Sustained Fire) role, i.e tripod mounted, is used as a medium machine gun (MMG) to support the company in offensive & defensive operations, as well as during withdrawal. In this role the GPMG SF is very effective, and can accurately hit point targets up to 1800 metres away or provide fire over an area. The crew of three consists of the gunner, loader and the DC (detachment commander). The weapon's sight is used in conjunction with an aiming post to allow the crew to engage targets that they cannot see, due to fog, smoke or darkness. Its relative lightweight allows the weapon and ammunition to be carried quickly into action by its three man crew