BAR M1918

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	Weapon: BAR M1918 Type: Light Machine Gun Country of Origin: United States Year Adopted: 1918 Caliber: .30-06 Springfield Action: Gas Operated Fully Automatic Overall Length (mm): 1194.0 Overall Length (in): 47.01 Weight (kg): 7.25 Weight (pounds): 15.98 Effective Range (m): 600 m Effective Range (yards): 656.17

The Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) M1918 was a light automatic rifle developed by John Browning for the U.S. military during World War I. Chambered in .30-06 Springfield, the BAR was designed to give infantry squads mobile automatic firepower. It could be fired from the shoulder or the hip, allowing for more flexible use in combat.

First introduced in 1918, the BAR saw combat in the final months of World War I and later became a staple of U.S. forces in World War II and the Korean War. Its reliability and firepower made it a valuable asset in both offensive and defensive operations, although its weight and limited magazine capacity were seen as drawbacks.

The BAR M1918 is remembered as a pioneering automatic weapon that bridged the gap between light machine guns and rifles. Its use in multiple conflicts solidified its place in military history, and it remains a favorite among collectors and enthusiasts.

BAR with 30 round magazine