via The Firearm Blog by Steve (The Firearm Blog) on 9/20/12
The improved, "Enhanced 50", version of the M2 Browning has been named one of the Army's greatest inventions of 2011.
Army.mil reports ...
The M2A1 is an enhancement to the .50-calliber M2, including a modified barrel, barrel extension, barrel support, barrel handle, flash suppressor and a fixed headspace and timing configuration. The M2A1 is an automatic, recoil-operated, link-belt-fed, air-cooled, crew-served weapon; capable of firing single-shot and automatic; and capable of right- and left-hand feed. The enhancements increase durability and Soldier safety moving the headspace and timing adjustment task above the operator level, thereby minimizing malfunctions and injuries in the field.
[ Many thanks to Lance for emailing us the link. ]
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