T75 Light machine gun

T75 Squad Machine Gun
Type Light machine gun
Place of origin  Taiwan
Service history
In service 1992-present
Used by  Taiwan
Production history
Designer 205th Armory
Designed 1983-1985
Manufacturer 205th Armory
Produced 1987-
Specifications
Weight 7.5 kg
Length 1110 mm

Cartridge 5.56×45 mm NATO
Caliber 5.56 mm (.223 in)
Action gas-operated
Rate of fire 600-900 rounds/min
Muzzle velocity 900-950 m/s
Effective firing range 800 m
Feed system

The T75 Light machine gun (Chinese: T75班用機槍) is produced by the 205th Armory, Ministry of Defense, Republic of China (Taiwan). The T75 is based on the proven Belgian-made FN Minimi LMG incorporating features from the T57 and T74 machine-guns with more modern features. The T75 is slightly heavier but shorter than the Minimi.

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