U.S. Ordnance, Inc.

	U.S. Ordnance Reno, Nevada USA, is licensed by Saco Defense to be the exclusive manufacturer and sole distributor for all models of the battle proven M60 Series machine gun and spare parts. U.S. Government, U.S. Military, Foreign Military and Law Enforcement Sales Only

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M60E4/Mk43 Commando light machine gun series represents the latest improvements to the M60 Series of machine guns. The M60E4/Mk43 Commando features a redesigned machined aluminum top cover with an integrated Picatinny rail and an aluminum Rail Interface System handguard provides for Mounting Optics, Infrared Laser Systems and other sensors giving the weapon 24 hour capability. Several 850 round continuous fire reliability tests have been performed by Special Operations Personnel to include: SEAL Team Eight, Special Boat Team 20 and U.S. Army SF 5th Group. The M60E4/Mk43 Commando has the following features and improvements

KEY FEATURES Reliable and user-friendly for dependability and ease of use. Light and compact for maneuverability and transportability. Stellite®-lined, sustained fire barrels (short and long) and assault barrels; for application flexibility and extended barrel life. Rate of fire at a lethal volume, yet helps to conserve ammunition. Dual safety features for maximum user safety: ambidextrous safety switch, and a weapon loaded, not charged feature. All major components are directly interchangeable with other M60 configurations. Logistically supportable. Mod 1 conversion kits available for all existing versions, at unit level.	MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS Durable aluminum RIS forearm assembly Machined aluminum RIS feed tray cover 30% improved belt pull, increasing reliability. Thick-walled barrel for sustained firing. Fail-safe reversible piston, positive-lock gas cylinder extension. Barrel changing handle eliminates need for heat mitten. Lightweight, one-hand operated receiver mounted bipod eliminates the weight of a bipod on the spare barrel. Lightweight forearm/pistol grip for improved control and protection during firing. Feed cover eliminates charging jams and improves operator safety. Lightweight trigger assembly with ambidextrous safety switch and winter trigger guard allows gun to be fired with winter mittens. New flat spring on trigger assembly prevents accidental detachment of the assembly. Lightweight buttstock with hinged shoulder rest and improved buffer attachment mechanism provides for fail-safe attachment of the buttstock to the receiver. Forward grip enlarged for improved control, better heat protection.
M60E4/Mk43 Mod1 Commando shown with Optional Accessories

SPECIFICATIONS

Caliber	7.62mm NATO	Length
Max Effective Range	1100 meters (1200 yds)	M60E4 (LMG)
Max Range	3725 meters (4075 yds)	(short Barrel)	939mm (37.7 in)
Muzzle Velocity	853 m/s (2800 fps)	(Long Barrel	1066mm (42.0 in)
Rate of Fire (cyclic)	500-650 rounds per minute	(Assault Barrel)	965mm (38.0 in)
Weight		Width
M60E4 (LMG)		M60E4 (LMG)	120mm (4.8 in)
(Short Barrel)	10.2 kg (22.5 lbs)
(Long Barrel)	10.5 kg (23.1 lbs)
(Assault Barrel)	9.9 kg (21.3 lbs)

Company Overview l Products l Spare Parts l Training l NEWS/Product Reviews l FAQ Forms Download l Mission Statement l Contact l Links l Semi-Auto l Safety l Employment Copyright © 2007 U.S. Ordnance Inc. All Rights Reserved. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of U.S. Ordnance Inc. User Agreement and Privacy Policy.

U.S. Ordnance Reno, Nevada USA, is licensed by Saco Defense
to be the exclusive manufacturer and sole distributor
for all models of the battle proven M60 Series machine gun and spare parts.

U.S. Government, U.S. Military, Foreign Military and Law Enforcement Sales Only

www.usord.com

Frequently Asked
Questions (FAQ)

Forms Download

Mission Statement

Contact U.S. Ordnance

M60E4/M43 Mod1

M60E4/Mk43 Commando light machine gun series represents the latest improvements to the M60 Series of machine guns. The M60E4/Mk43 Commando features a redesigned machined aluminum top cover with an integrated Picatinny rail and an aluminum Rail Interface System handguard provides for Mounting Optics, Infrared Laser Systems and other sensors giving the weapon 24 hour capability. Several 850 round continuous fire reliability tests have been performed by Special Operations Personnel to include: SEAL Team Eight, Special Boat Team 20 and U.S. Army SF 5th Group.

The M60E4/Mk43 Commando has the following features and improvements

KEY FEATURES

Reliable and user-friendly for dependability and ease of use.
Light and compact for maneuverability and transportability.
Stellite®-lined, sustained fire barrels (short and long) and assault barrels;
for application flexibility and extended barrel life.
Rate of fire at a lethal volume, yet helps to conserve ammunition.
Dual safety features for maximum user safety: ambidextrous safety switch, and a weapon loaded, not charged feature.
All major components are directly interchangeable with other M60 configurations.
Logistically supportable.
Mod 1 conversion kits available for all existing versions, at unit level.

MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS

Durable aluminum RIS forearm assembly
Machined aluminum RIS feed tray cover
30% improved belt pull, increasing reliability.
Thick-walled barrel for sustained firing.
Fail-safe reversible piston, positive-lock gas cylinder extension.
Barrel changing handle eliminates need for heat mitten.
Lightweight, one-hand operated receiver mounted bipod eliminates the weight of a bipod on the spare barrel.
Lightweight forearm/pistol grip for improved control and protection during firing.
Feed cover eliminates charging jams and improves operator safety.
Lightweight trigger assembly with ambidextrous safety switch and winter trigger guard allows gun to be fired with winter mittens.
New flat spring on trigger assembly prevents accidental detachment of the assembly.
Lightweight buttstock with hinged shoulder rest and improved buffer attachment mechanism provides for fail-safe attachment of the buttstock to the receiver.
Forward grip enlarged for improved control, better heat protection.

M60E4/Mk43 Mod1 Commando
shown with Optional Accessories

SPECIFICATIONS

Caliber

7.62mm NATO

Length

Max Effective Range

1100 meters (1200 yds)

M60E4 (LMG)

Max Range

3725 meters (4075 yds)

(short Barrel)

939mm (37.7 in)

Muzzle Velocity

853 m/s (2800 fps)

(Long Barrel

1066mm (42.0 in)

Rate of Fire (cyclic)

500-650 rounds per minute

(Assault Barrel)

965mm (38.0 in)

Weight

Width

M60E4 (LMG)

120mm (4.8 in)

(Short Barrel)

10.2 kg (22.5 lbs)

(Long Barrel)

10.5 kg (23.1 lbs)

(Assault Barrel)

9.9 kg (21.3 lbs)

Company Overview l Products l Spare Parts l Training l NEWS/Product Reviews l FAQ
Forms Download l Mission Statement l Contact l Links l Semi-Auto l Safety l Employment

Copyright © 2007 U.S. Ordnance Inc. All Rights Reserved. Designated trademarks and brands are the property of their respective owners. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of U.S. Ordnance Inc. User Agreement and Privacy Policy.