The Mk 48 Mod 0 is SOCOM's lightweight 7.62mm machine gun, combining the portability of the M249 with the firepower of the M240. Developed by FN specifically for SOCOM's need for a man-portable belt-fed 7.62mm weapon. Type: Light Machine Gun Action: Gas-Operated Caliber: 7.62x51mm Capacity: 100 Year introduced: 2003, Belgium/USA Weight: 18.26 oz Overall length: 39.5" Status: Active Military use: Yes Intended use: Military, Special Operations, Squad Support