The FN Minimi Para is the compact paratrooper variant of the Minimi LMG, fitted with a 13.7-inch barrel and side-folding stock. Designed for airborne units and special operations forces requiring the belt-fed automatic fire capability of the Minimi in a more compact package. Type: Machine Gun Action: Semi/Full-Auto Caliber: 5.56x45mm Capacity: 200 Year introduced: 1993, Belgium Weight: 214.4 oz Overall length: 35.2" Status: Active Military use: Yes Intended use: military, special_operations