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Posted: 4/26/2023 10:06:22 AM EDT
| Just bought an Elcan M145 for my M249S... |
“The difference between treason and patriotism is only a matter of dates.”
"And how can man die better
Than facing fearful odds,
For the ashes of his fathers,
And the temples of his Gods."
"And how can man die better
Than facing fearful odds,
For the ashes of his fathers,
And the temples of his Gods."
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I'll be putting a 3 power prism sight on my UKM in the very near future. https://www.primaryarms.com/primary-arms-slx-3x-microprism-with-red-illuminated-acss-raptor-556-308-reticle-yard |
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I've got the whole "kit" for my M249S - para barrel, regular barrel - both old and new style, all the available stock options (para, savit, regular clubfoot, new style hydraulic and even the minimi), both bipods, etc... so it made sense for me to get the M145, but I'm not convinced that it's a great option for this semi-auto belt fed. Full auto, sure - but semi-auto... ? I wonder how accurate the M249S is. The quick-change barrel system is the antithesis of accuracy - and it's not a concern when you have a full auto squad support weapon. In fact, IIRC, the M249 is a 12 MOA weapon. Has anyone actually shot the M249S for groups at 100 yards? 
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“The difference between treason and patriotism is only a matter of dates.”
"And how can man die better
Than facing fearful odds,
For the ashes of his fathers,
And the temples of his Gods."
"And how can man die better
Than facing fearful odds,
For the ashes of his fathers,
And the temples of his Gods."
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Originally Posted By jtb33: I've got the whole "kit" for my M249S - para barrel, regular barrel - both old and new style, all the available stock options (para, savit, regular clubfoot, new style hydraulic and even the minimi), both bipods, etc... so it made sense for me to get the M145, but I'm not convinced that it's a great option for this semi-auto belt fed. Full auto, sure - but semi-auto... ? I wonder how accurate the M249S is. The quick-change barrel system is the antithesis of accuracy - and it's not a concern when you have a full auto squad support weapon. In fact, IIRC, the M249 is a 12 MOA weapon. Has anyone actually shot the M249S for groups at 100 yards? I did the same thing. I grabbed a bunch of accessories for it, before I even had the gun in hand! Grabbed a bunch of the “nutsacks” in woodland camo, multiple barrels & stocks. The only thing I’m hunting for now is the tri-rail handguard. I’m curious about the M145 as well. It doesn’t seem like it would really be a “tack driver”. But I suppose, as you said, it’s geared more towards full auto. If the Elcan doesn’t perform well on it, I’m curious if there’s something out there that would improve it. Hopefully I’ll finally get it to the range before the end of May. If I do, I’ll report back with the results… |
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Originally Posted By jtb33: I've got the whole "kit" for my M249S - para barrel, regular barrel - both old and new style, all the available stock options (para, savit, regular clubfoot, new style hydraulic and even the minimi), both bipods, etc... so it made sense for me to get the M145, but I'm not convinced that it's a great option for this semi-auto belt fed. Full auto, sure - but semi-auto... ? I wonder how accurate the M249S is. The quick-change barrel system is the antithesis of accuracy - and it's not a concern when you have a full auto squad support weapon. In fact, IIRC, the M249 is a 12 MOA weapon. Has anyone actually shot the M249S for groups at 100 yards? I havnt played with a M249S but I do have a DPM with a QD barrel. Likely a different system from the 249. It is very accurate. I ring 6" plates at 200 yards with it all day long. I've been very impressed by it so far. I'm looking forward to seeing how my UK-59 does for accuracy. |
| Admittedly, I did just buy an Elcan M134 for my M249S, but have not yet zeroed it or even put it on yet... |
“The difference between treason and patriotism is only a matter of dates.”
"And how can man die better
Than facing fearful odds,
For the ashes of his fathers,
And the temples of his Gods."
"And how can man die better
Than facing fearful odds,
For the ashes of his fathers,
And the temples of his Gods."
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Originally Posted By Kuraki: I put a C-More on my RPD because it was as easy as drilling and tapping 2 holes in the top cover. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/125898/20220103_212008-2814054.jpg @Kuraki What’s the skinny on that ammo belt can carrier? |
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@parrisisland1978 It's one of these: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/974267969 I got mine from a guy on the EE who had a bunch of them. Then I made a 300 round RPD belt for it It's pretty neat, you can feed right out of it slung over your shoulder.
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Originally Posted By Kuraki: @parrisisland1978 It's one of these: https://www.gunbroker.com/item/974267969 I got mine from a guy on the EE who had a bunch of them. Then I made a 300 round RPD belt for it It's pretty neat, you can feed right out of it slung over your shoulder.Thanks Kuraki. |
   pick a number game freaky Optics 100%, a LPVO you gotta watch when you open feed tray though lol |
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Circle dot like posted above the short MCR has Holosun AEMS, the 16 inch has the EXPS HWS, same reticle basically... Put the circle where you want it, and pound it to hell |
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I usually run an Eotech on the full auto shop belt feds. Good field of view to be aware of surroundings and the 65 moa circle is a good ballpark of the cone of fire if you go nuts. Sven Manticore Arms |
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