Civilian Belt-Fed vs the Legendary M249 SAW | Forced Reset Trigger + FightLite MCR

Belt-feds for civilians? We’re putting the FightLite upper with a Forced Reset Trigger head-to-head against the legendary M249 SAW. How close can a civilian-legal build get to the real thing?

In this video, we break down the similarities, differences, and performance between these two belt-fed setups, from handling and rate of fire to practicality, heat, and usability. Whether you’re a firearms enthusiast, gear nerd, or just curious about belt-fed options for civilians, this video covers it all.

00:00 – GET THE MACHINE GUN!
02:04 – Belt Fed Capabilities
04:31 – Initial Comparisons
06:22 – Barrel Swaps
08:44 – Ease of Reloads
12:33 – Recoil Control
14:32 – Heat Mitigation
20:30 – Test Findings
25:10 – Operation Comparison
31:12 – FightLite Build
35:56 – Closing Thoughts
38:06 – Credits
38:35 – The Plot Thickens