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Hotchkiss M1909 Benet-Mercie LMG

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The Hotchkiss M1909 Benet-Mercie LMG is a france-made full-auto lmg chambered in .30-06 Springfield, introduced in 1909. Primary use: military.

Type: Machine Gun

Action: Full-Auto

Caliber: .30-06 Springfield

Capacity: 100

Year introduced: 1909, France

Weight: 320 oz

Overall length: 47"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: military