This manual covers the Browning M1917 and M1919 machine guns, iconic firearms from the World War I and World War II eras. These belt-fed weapons, chambered in .30-06 Springfield and .30 caliber variants, were renowned for their robust construction and reliability in demanding conditions. The M1917, a water-cooled recoil-operated model, and the air-cooled, gas-operated M1919, offered cyclic rates of approximately 450-600 rounds per minute. Their versatility extended to various applications, including mounting on vehicles like Jeeps and tanks, and aircraft.
This technical and field manual provides essential information for maintaining and operating the Browning M1917 and M1919 machine guns. It includes detailed parts lists, service information, diagrams, and exploded parts views to facilitate understanding of their mechanical operation and repair. Coverage extends to critical maintenance procedures such as cleaning after each use, proper lubrication of moving parts, and identification of common wear items like barrels, bolts, and springs. This resource is designed to assist users in ensuring the continued functionality and longevity of these historical firearms.
Weapons of War Collection
Browning Model 1917 and 1919 Machine Guns
This collection contains valuable historical information about some of the most popular weapons used in WW 1 WW 2 and later.
In this collection you will find Technical and Field Manuals for these weapons. The manuals contain parts lists, service information and are loaded with diagrams, exploded parts views and lists and a host of other interesting information.
The M1917 Browning Heavy Machine Gun was born by the US and Allied Armed Forces demands of WW1 and the need for a reliable and portable rapid fire weapon. It served well into WW2 and beyond.
The M1919 was a lighter air cooled version of the M1917 and was configured for various WW 2 combat applications. Besides ground troop use it was also configured to mount on various combat vehicles such a Jeeps, Tanks and even used in some aircraft applications.
All documents are rendered as digital reproduction images in PDF format.
Weapons of War Collection
Browning Model 1917 and 1919 Machine Guns
This collection contains valuable historical information about some of the most popular weapons used in WW 1 WW 2 and later.
In this collection you will find Technical and Field Manuals for these weapons. The manuals contain parts lists, service information and are loaded with diagrams, exploded parts views and lists and a host of other interesting information.
The M1917 Browning Heavy Machine Gun was born by the US and Allied Armed Forces demands of WW1 and the need for a reliable and portable rapid fire weapon. It served well into WW2 and beyond.
The M1919 was a lighter air cooled version of the M1917 and was configured for various WW 2 combat applications. Besides ground troop use it was also configured to mount on various combat vehicles such a Jeeps, Tanks and even used in some aircraft applications.
All documents are rendered as digital reproduction images in PDF format.
