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M1918 Browning Automatic Rifle

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M1918 Browning Automatic Rifle by FN/Springfield

Photo: United States Army — Public domain · via Wikimedia Commons

Technical Specifications

Country of origin United States
Designer John Browning
Designed 1917
Produced 1917–1960 (original BAR Only) 2013–present (HCAR)
In service 1918–1973 (United States)
Used by See '
Variants See '
Unit cost $319
Barrel length 610 mm
Cartridge 7.62×63mm (.30-06 Springfield)
Action Gas-operated, long-stroke gas piston, rising bolt lock
Muzzle velocity 860 m/s
Range 100–1,500 yd sight adjustments (maximum effective range)
Maximum range approx. 4,500-5,000 yd

Data from M1918 Browning automatic rifle (Wikipedia, 2026-09-22). Text licensed under CC BY-SA. Image: Public domain — United States Army.

Compatible Calibers (1)

.30-06 Springfield
Rifle
Bullet: 7.82mm
Case: 73.15mm
.30-06

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