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    11th MEU Marines Conduct Crew Served Weapons Range aboard USS Portland [Image 3 of 7]

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    A military service member in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform is operating a belt-fed machine gun, likely an M249 SAW or M240, mounted in what appears to be a vehicle or aircraft doorway. The weapon is equipped with a magnified optic (ACOG-style) and a red dot sight mounted on top. An ammunition box with a linked belt of rounds is visible feeding into the weapon.

    U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

    08.14.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Avery Wayland 

    11th Marine Expeditionary Unit   

    A U.S. Marine with Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/5, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires an M240B machine gun on the flight deck of San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock USS Portland (LPD 27) in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, August 14, 2026. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Avery Wayland)

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    Date Taken: 08.14.2026
    Date Posted: 08.17.2026 05:25
    Photo ID: 9872104
    VIRIN: 260813-M-TI498-1785
    Resolution: 7008x4672
    Size: 6.78 MB
    Location: U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
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    A soldier in camouflage uniform is actively firing an M240 machine gun, visible by the spent brass casings ejecting from the weapon. The firearm is equipped with a Trijicon ACOG scope with a red dot sight mounted on top. The image captures the weapon in mid-fire on what appears to be a military vessel or hardstand surface.
    Two military personnel in combat gear are positioned on what appears to be a ship's deck, with one operating or adjusting a crew-served weapon system. Both wear helmets with camouflage covers and tactical equipment. The setting appears to be a maritime environment based on the visible ocean and ship deck infrastructure in the background.
    A military service member in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform is operating a belt-fed machine gun, likely an M249 SAW or M240, mounted in what appears to be a vehicle or aircraft doorway. The weapon is equipped with a magnified optic (ACOG-style) and a red dot sight mounted on top. An ammunition box with a linked belt of rounds is visible feeding into the weapon.
    Military personnel, appearing to be U.S. Marines based on their MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms, are positioned on or around a military vehicle, likely a Humvee or similar tactical vehicle. The foreground soldier is manning what appears to be an M240 or similar belt-fed machine gun equipped with an optic sight. The setting appears to be an open-air maritime or coastal environment based on the visible horizon and overcast sky.
    The image shows multiple military personnel in full combat gear, including helmets, tactical vests, and communications equipment. They appear to be positioned around a crew-served weapon system with an optical scope and ammunition belt visible. The photo is taken from a tight angle, likely through or around vehicle or equipment aperture.
    The image shows a large number of spent brass cartridge casings scattered across a dark, gritty surface. Mixed among the casings are deformed metal fragments, likely bullet jackets or wad cutters from fired projectiles. The scene is consistent with a shooting range or post-firing cleanup area.
    The image shows a belt of linked ammunition rounds draped over the edge of a dark metal ammunition can or box. Several rounds feature distinctive orange-tipped projectiles, indicating tracer or incendiary ammunition. The equipment appears to be associated with a military machine gun or heavy weapon system.

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    MARCENT, USMC, Readiness, Prepared, 51/5, CENTCOM, Training

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