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Astra Defense MG556 — Semi-Auto Minimi Experience The Astra Defense MG556 is a gas-operated, semi-automatic replica of the legendary FN Minimi, built to recreate the raw handling and sustained-fire feel of a light machine gun while remaining range-safe. Engineered for controllability and reliability, the MG556 mirrors the Minimi’s distinctive weight, balance and sights — but runs in semi-auto, making it perfect for civilian shooters who want that cinematic LMG buzz without full-auto fire. The original FN Minimi changed squad-level firepower when it entered service, giving infantry portable suppressive capability; its family of variants has been adopted by dozens of nations. Firing the Astra MG556 at our Budapest shooting range is an adrenaline-charged daytime activity and a top pick for unforgettable things to do in Budapest — ideal for groups and experienced shooters looking for a once-in-a-lifetime LMG feel on a gun range Budapest trip. Seen in movies: – Black Hawk Down — modern squad combat scenes – Lone Survivor / Zero Dark Thirty — frequent LMG use in modern warfare films – Various other action & military movies showcasing mounted or squad weapons Featured in games: – Call of Duty series (LMG class) – Battlefield series (light machine guns) – ARMA (realistic squad weapons) – Squad / Insurgency (tactical multiplayer shooters) Used by militaries & forces: – FN Minimi family (M249) in the U.S. military and many NATO units – British, French and other European armed forces – Special units and infantry formations across Asia, Africa and the Americas – Adopted in many variants by over 50 countries worldwide Fun Fact: Although the MG556 runs in semi-auto for civilian ranges, it was designed to replicate the exact feel of an LMG — you’ll notice the same heft and balance that makes the Minimi famous for sustained fire.