section automatic weapon

section automatic weapon
squad automatic weapon, a class of light machine gun ; a machine gun issued to a section of troops, being heavier than the standard assault rifle and personal machine guns issued per trooper.
Syn: SAW, squad automatic weapon, light support weapon
See Also: automatic weapon

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