VMG-33
| VMG-33 | |
|---|---|
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| Gondaran dual-role general purpose machine gun | |
| Service Data | |
| Type | Medium machine gun |
| Origin | Gondara |
| Manufacturer | |
| Used By | Army of Gondara |
| Design Date | 1933 |
| Service Entry | ~1938 |
| Predecessor | |
| Successor | In service |
| Technical Data | |
| Caliber | 9.375×64mm |
| Action | Gas-operated, rotating bolt |
| Feed System | Belt-fed |
| Muzzle Velocity | |
| Barrel Length | 24–26 in |
| Overall Length | |
| Weight | ~26 lbs (gun only) |
| Crew | 2–3 |
| Sights | Iron sights; tripod optic capable |
| Effective Range | |
| Maximum Range | |
| Production Data | |
| Unit Cost | $350 |
| Variants | Vehicle / Tripod configurations |
Configuration
- Gas-operated, rotating bolt
- Fire Mode: Full-auto only
- Quick-change barrel
- Belt-fed system
Mount System
- Standardized mounting interface:
- Vehicle pintle mount
- Ground tripod mount
- Rapid transition capability (seconds)
Role
The VMG-33 serves as a dual-role machine gun, providing both vehicle-mounted firepower and sustained ground-based suppression.
Identity
- Vehicle weapon
- Sustained fire weapon
- Tripod precision fire