The Mk.46 MOD1 is a variant of the M249 light machine gun, itself an American adaptation of the Belgian FN Minimi. Created in response to the needs of special operations, it is lighter than the original M249 and features a rail system that enables it to be outfitted with a variety of accessories, including a flashlight, and a dot sight (on the hand guard or the top of the receiver). Its belt fed 100-round 5.56mm allow for continuous suppressing fire. Its high magazine capacity plus light weight for a machine gun make it useful for taking on multiple enemies while on the move.