Talk:M416/@comment-35116100-20180623110226/@comment-35433560-20180624054531

They had to rename it because HK416 was trademarked. Also, even though M416 and M249 are named like they are, that doesn't mean that they're the same. M249 is an LMG designed by FN Herstal, whereras M416 is an assault rifle designed by Heckler & Koch, both serve different purposes, and are from different arms manufacturers.