M14

Type :Â Semi or Fully Automatic Rifle
Caliber :Â 7.62 x 51 mm (.30 inch)
Muzzle Velocity :Â Approximately 2,799 feet per second
Rate of Fire :Â 700-750 rounds per minute

At the end of World War II, with American infantry platoon carrying four different weapons, and also 4 different types of ammunition, the U.S. armed .Angkatan decided to develop a weapon that can perform many tasks. The result is the M14. First used in 1957, these new weapons have accurate good stopping power with NATO standard 7.62mm bullets. Used on a large scale in Vietnam, the soldiers liked the power and accuracy but the problem with heavy weapons and ammunition. Shortly, this weapon is replaced by the lighter M16. But some still wear the front lines, especially for the sniper rifle.