What is the max range of the M240B?

• A. 3,000 meters
• B. 4,000 meters
• C. 4,500 meters
• D. 3,725 meters

Answer: (D)

Max range is the farthest distance a round can travel in a ballistic path before it hits the ground, assuming optimal firing conditions. For the M240B, which uses 7.62x51mm NATO ammo, the official maximum range under ideal conditions is about 3,725 meters (roughly 12,240 feet). This distance comes from the combination of the bullet’s muzzle velocity and gravity, determining the horizontal reach at the angle that yields the greatest range. The 3,725-meter figure matches that spec, while the other options are either short of or exceed the cartridge’s ballistic limit.