light machine gun

Light automatic assault weapon that can be single-shot or automatic; its barrel is supported by a bipod.

flash hider

Muzzle attachment designed to cool the gases and reduce muzzle flash.

butt

Back part of the weapon that is held against the shoulder.

bipod

Support with two legs used to stabilize the weapon during automatic fire.

barrel

Tubular part that guides the trajectory of the projectile.

gas cylinder

Gases released by the exploding cartridge enter this cylinder and automatically push the cartridge up into the weapon’s breech.

pistol grip

Part for holding and aiming the weapon; its shape is similar to that of a pistol butt.

trigger

Device that is pressed to fire the weapon.

front sight housing

Device that protects the front sight from impact.

barrel jacket

Perforated or water-filled metal tube around the barrel; during firing, the tube fills with water to cool down the barrel.

carrying handle

Part designed for carrying the weapon.

rear sight

Articulated graduated aiming device attached to the back of the barrel; the rear sight is lined up with the front sight when aiming.

cover

Part that opens to access the weapon’s breech.

operating rod

Device used in manual shooting mode to push a cartridge into the weapon’s breech.