Denmark Selects M60E6 over HK121 for new GPMG

[LRRPF52]

http://www.janes.com/article/35157/denmark-selects-m60e6-as-new-lmg

The M60E6 is the latest generation of the M60, first adopted by the US Army in 1957. The US weapon was selected over the Heckler & Koch HK121 I ('Infanterie'), a squad support variant of the German HK121 general purpose machine gun, following a trial programme.

The delivery of the first M60E6 MGs, to be called LMG m/14 in Danish service, is expected by the end of 2014.

I would have never guessed that to be the outcome. Kind of a shocker, really.

[mongoosesnipe]

Maybe they just want an open bolt full auto only set up I can't think of any other reason to pick the 60 over 121

[montana]

They must have had one product improved M60, WOW!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLoMQPJzHQM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZZ_IShupic

[stanc]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZ16UmqKFh4

The M60E6 was chosen for the benefits it holds over the current M/62 MG3 which has been in use with the Danish Army since 1962:

- Weighs 9.35 kg, approx. 3 kg lighter than the M/62, with better weight distribution
- Better control of alternative shot positions, such as kneeling and standing
- Lower ROF of 550 RPM when compared with the M/62′s 1200 RPM, which improves shooter accuracy, reduces ammunition consumption, and significantly minimizes the risk of collateral damage
- Single shot capability
- Reduced recoil
- Picatinny rails allows for the addition of accessories such as tactical lights, lasers, etc.
- Stable adjustable stand
- Fast barrel change is possible without the use of gloves

Approximately 700 LMGs have been purchased, which are scheduled for delivery starting late 2014.

http://soldiersystems.net/2014/03/11...ement-program/

[montana]

Looks like a big improvement, thanks for posting stanc.