FN America, LLC, has been awarded a $9.9 million contract to produce FN® M240B medium machine guns for the U.S. Army and Navy, reinforcing the company’s role as a critical supplier of infantry firepower. The order continues the steady supply of a platform that has defined suppressive fire for decades.
Jim Williams, Vice President of Military Programs, framed the award within the company’s enduring mission. “This contract is a direct continuation of FN’s dedication to delivering advanced, effective weapon systems. The M240 was our first military contract and the first firearm built in our South Carolina facility. We’re honored to sustain that legacy for today’s warfighters.”
The M240B remains the principal medium machine gun for all U.S. military branches, valued for its ability to produce a high volume of precise fire. Chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO, the weapon is engineered for extreme durability. Its cold hammer-forged MIL-SPEC barrel includes a hard-chromed bore to resist wear and heat, ensuring accuracy and a maximum effective range of 3,725 meters. The weapon’s steel receiver is fitted with a MIL-STD-1913 rail for optics, while ergonomic features like the curved trigger enhance fire control.
According to Daryl Atkins, Director of Industrialized Weapons, the contract underscores the success of American manufacturing. “FN has produced millions of firearms for the U.S. military out of our Columbia, SC, plant since opening in 1981. This award is a testament to the quality our workforce builds into every weapon.”
A cornerstone of U.S. defense manufacturing, FN America holds a diverse portfolio of defense contracts. In addition to the M240 family, the company supplies specialized variants to USSOCOM, such as the MK 46, MK 48, MK 17, and the MK 20 SSR, ensuring that elite and conventional forces alike are equipped with cutting-edge small arms technology.
