The standard issue Special Security Group heavy machine gun, the M66A2 SM HFW is perhaps the most advanced of all heavy machineguns today. Using advanced alloys, the HFW is the lightest HMG unloaded than any other in the world. The weapon fires the newer 10 x 28mm M250A1 round used on the MSG55 and the M56A2 Smart. The weapon is fed from the same 150 round drums that the M56A2 uses. Not only does it allow commonality with the two weapons, but also it is enhanced both in firepower and range. Like the M56A2, the round can be selected for "Super" or "Delay" modes. It does have a removable barrel similar to the G80E above. It features an ambidextrous barrel release system to ensure proper removal of the barrel. A foldable carrying handle is off to the right of the bipod system. The bipod, which is adjustable, is mounted on top of the barrel shroud, allowing the use of the TAG Rail Mount system to add firepower to the weapon, or add to the capabilities of the unit's it's supporting. The barrel system also mounts the sighting gear for the internal Smartlink Level II and the rangefinder. Needless to say, the spare barrel has the same for easier field changing. Both systems are designed to be proof against the normal shocks that are encountered in the field. The stock of the weapon mounts an autostabilization stock, along with shock pads, a firing brace, and a vertical handgrip (EDITOR'S NOTE: This is not definitely a new concept, it is being used by the SA80 LSW in service with the British Army). The positioning of the handgrip allows the firer to adjust their arm to pull back on the weapon, and combined with the firing brace, allowing uparralelled accuracy. It also has a small volume for a cleaning kit that comes with the weapon, along with a bottle of CLP. The feed tray cover has been designed with a picatenny sight mount that features a removable rear sight assembly that can mount any kind of scope, and is designed for the K6 Sight. The feed tray itself only rotates up to 45º to allow clearance for the K6 or any sighting accessory. For additional recoil reduction, the barrel features an Imp. Gas-Vent IV compensator. Typical deployment is the gunner with one spare barrel, and three 150 round drums in containers and six clips of ammunition. The newer "A2" variant introduces some more advancements applied to other weapons. First off, it now has a burst fire feature and also mounts the Electronic Recoil Adjustment system, allowing better fire support on the battlefield.
Type
Conceal
Ammo
Mode
Damage
Weight
HMG*
NA
48(c) or 150(drum)
BF/FA**
13S
8.46(unloaded)
*Increase ranges by 125%.
**The weapon fires four round bursts that do 16D per burst.
The HFW mounts an autostabilization stock that offers 1 point of recoil compensation. The barrel mounted Imp. Gas-Vent IV offers 5 points of recoil reduction, along with the shock pads offering 2 points. The rear mounted vertical grip only offers 1 point when used as described above, and the folding bipod when deployed offers 2 points. The TAG Rail Mount can mount any standard accessory offered. It also mounts the Smartlink II system, combined with a rangefinder. Use heavy weapon recoil rules. It also mounts the Electronic Recoil Adjustment system that offers a pre-set 10 points of compensation. Rules for the M250A1 round can be found in the "M56A2 Smart" page below. Each ammo drum weighs loaded 4.5 kilograms.
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