| Williams machine gun | |
|---|---|
| Type | Machine Gun |
| Place of origin |
 United States |
| Production history | |
| Designer | David Marshall Williams |
| Designed | 1930s |
| Specifications | |
| Cartridge | .22LR |
| Action | Blowback |
| Rate of fire | 2,000 RPM |
| Feed system | Belt |
| Sights | Iron |
The Williams machine gun was a firearm intended to break up human wave attacks during the wars in Asia.[Clarification needed][when?] It was mounted on a tripod used for the Browning M1917 which made it quite accurate during sustained fire. Although simple in design, easy to maintain and cost effective with ammunition, it was considered bulky for a .22 calibre weapon and therefore better as a training weapon.
Its inventor, David Marshall Williams, was far better known for the M1 Carbine, of which over 6 million were produced.
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