7.62x51mm Machine Gun M1S

Calibre, mm	7,62
Cartridge, mm	7,62×51
Fire mode	continuous
Rate of fire, rounds/min	650
Practical rate	250
Muzzle velocity, m/s	840
Sighting range, m	1500
Maximum effective firing range, m	3800
Ammunition box capacity, rounds	200
Barrel length, mm	605
Sight radius, mm	663
Overall length, mm:	1160
Weight, kg machine gun without ammunition box and tripod	8.500
Weight, kg – loaded 200 round metal belt, kg	6.9
Principle of function	gas operated
System life, rounds	25000