LMG-25
| LMG-25 | |
|---|---|
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| Gondaran belt-fed platoon machine gun | |
| Service Data | |
| Type | Light machine gun |
| Origin | Gondara |
| Manufacturer | |
| Used By | Army of Gondara |
| Design Date | 1925 |
| Service Entry | 1930 |
| Predecessor | |
| Successor | In service |
| Technical Data | |
| Caliber | 6.25×48mm |
| Action | Gas-operated, rotating bolt |
| Feed System | Belt-fed (cloth early → disintegrating) |
| Muzzle Velocity | |
| Barrel Length | 22–24 in |
| Overall Length | |
| Weight | ~28 lbs (gun only) |
| Crew | 2–3 |
| Sights | Iron sights; tripod optic capable |
| Effective Range | |
| Maximum Range | |
| Production Data | |
| Unit Cost | $220 |
| Variants | |
Configuration
- Gas-operated, rotating bolt
- Fire Mode: Full-auto only
- Belt-fed system
- Quick-change barrel
- Mounts:
- Bipod (emergency use)
- Tripod (primary)
Role
The LMG-25 serves as a platoon-level heavy weapon, providing sustained suppressive fire and area denial. It is not a squad automatic weapon.
Doctrine
- Primary use from tripod for stability and accuracy
- Bipod used only for emergency or rapid repositioning
- Designed for sustained fire, not maneuver fire