In modern military operations, the gun team plays a pivotal role in providing sustained firepower and suppressing enemy threats. Often referred to as the backbone of a squad’s firepower, this specialized unit operates crew-served weapons, such as machine guns, to dominate the battlefield.
A gun team typically consists of two or more soldiers responsible for the operation of a heavy weapon. Commonly used systems include medium or heavy machine guns, such as the M240 or M2, which are more powerful and effective than standard infantry rifles.
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