dated July 2006

Preface

This manual provides a single source of technical information, training techniques, guidance for using, and
integration into combat operations of three crew-served machine guns, the 5.56-mm and 7.62-mm M60,
M240B, and M249. 

The 5.56-mm M249 machine gun supports the Soldier in both the offense and
defense. The M249 provides a medium volume of close and continuous fire. The
Soldier needs this to accomplish the mission. The M249 lets units engage the enemy
with controlled and accurate fire from individual weapons. The medium-range, close
defensive, and final protective fires delivered by the M249 MG form an integral part
of a unit’s defensive fires.

  This book is a "mini" (7 1/4 inches high by 5 1/2 inches wide) size - A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading.  The binding is with coil, allowing easy flipping of pages without jamming.

The color covers are laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing.