Army .30 cal Browning M1917 MMG Team – firing (US)

Description

During World War II, the U.S. Army relied heavily on the Browning M1917 and Browning M1919 machine guns for sustained firepower in combat. Both weapons were based on designs by John Browning, but they served different roles on the battlefield.

The M1917 was a water-cooled, belt-fed heavy machine gun, originally developed during World War I. It was used in defensive positions and mounted on vehicles, providing reliable sustained fire. The M1917A1, an improved version, featured a higher rate of fire and was widely deployed in both European and Pacific theatres.

Both machine guns played a crucial role in suppressing enemy positions, defending strongholds, and supporting infantry advances. Their reliability and effectiveness ensured their continued use beyond WWII, influencing modern machine gun designs and tactics.

• Model: Army .30 cal Browning M1917 MMG Team
• Country/Army: US
• Dimension (mm) (WxLxH): 28mm
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Original Designer: W3 Wargaming
• These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown.
• Photos and dimensions are at 28mm unless noted otherwise.
• All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
• Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.
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