XM 250

Question 1

XM250

Answer 1

The XM250 is a lightweight, gas-operated, air-cooled and belt-fed system. It has a collapsible buttock and recoil mitigation system. The weapon is used by ground forces in a squad automatic weapon role, utilizing 6.8X51mm ammunition, fired from the open bolt position.

Question 2

Combat Load XM250

Answer 2

500 rounds, 400 carried, 100 loaded.

Question 3

XM250 Weight

Answer 3

13lbs bipod, 14.5 bipod + suppressor

Question 4

XM250 ranges

Answer 4

Max Effective 3900M
Area 1200M
Point 600m

Question 5

Rates of fire XM250

Answer 5

Sustained
50 rpm 3-5 round bursts every 4-5 sec

Rapid
100 rpm 3-5 round bursts every 2-3 sec

Cyclic
800rpm

Question 6

XM 157

Answer 6

Optic for XM250
1-8x reticle
IRF
Glass etched
Laser inducted

Question 7

XM250 Length

Answer 7

Max 39.81in/Min 36.84in

Question 8

XM250 Barrel Length

Answer 8

16in

Question 9

XM250 Major Components

Answer 9

1. Barrel Group
2. Operating Group
3. Trigger Housing and Stock Group

Question 10

XM250 Clearing Procedure

Answer 10

1. Place selector lever to safe.
2. Pull charging handle rearward, locking the bolt to the rear. Return charging handle to its forward position.
3. Push cover latch forward and open feed tray cover
4. Remove ammunition belt and any loose links from feed tray.
   5.Raise feed tray to visually inspect chamber ensuring it is empty. If any round is still in the chamber, refer to ruptured/stuck cartilage case or live round procedures.
5. Lower feed tray.
6. Place selector lever to auto or semi.
7. Pull and hold charger to rear, press trigger and ease operating group fully forward.
8. Ensure charging handle is locked forward.
9. Place selector lever on safe.