The aerial Machine Gun Upgrade
Let’s turn up the heat – Texas-style! Use a full-auto machine gun on your Helicopter Hog Hunt with unlimited ammo. Choose from the select-fire submachine guns, carbines, battle rifles, or even belt-fed options to ensure the hunt of a lifetime.
- HeliBacon
- 888-505-2981
- 6120 E. State Hwy 21
- Bryan, Texas 77808
The Bell 212
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Gunner
Positions
2
Pintle
mounts
∞
Firing
Options
The Bell 212’s twin engines are screaming…your chest is thumping as the sound of massive rotor blades beat the sky into submission…the hogs are running for cover…your wireless headset crackles to life as the pilot announces over the intercom, “cleared to fire”…and all hell breaks loose as 6 machine guns erupt with blazing lead. Hot brass rains down on the target area below…you smile and laugh, barely able to contain yourself…ah, Texas!
machine gun upgrade
Upgrade your unforgettable experience with a full-auto machine gun and unlimited ammo. $595 grants access to our fully-stacked menu of submachine guns, carbines, and battle rifles. This upgrade is included in the Sun Up Sun Down and Works packages. To amplify your hunt even more, opt for a belt-fed machine gun for $995 or $400 if your package already includes the full-auto option.
SUbmachine Guns
SIG MPX
9MM
SIG MPX
We loved the SIG MPX in its compact submachine gun format so much, we added a rifle length variant to the arsenal. Intended for use in the aircraft on Helicopter Hog Hunts, the longer barrel maximizes the 9mm +P ammo velocity and provides enhanced muzzle safety for aircraft shooting configurations when seated next to another gunner. The SIG MPX Airborne configuration features a vertical grip, sling, and EOTech holographic optic. It retains the soft feeling, low-recoil characteristics that make its compact little brother such a pleasure to shoot.
Benefits:
Lightweight
Lowest recoil option
Adjustable stock length
Ambidextrous features:
Charging handle
Selector switch
“For hunters wanting the full-auto experience without the stout recoil of a rifle cartridge, the SIG MPX is about as good as it gets.” – HeliBacon
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HK UMP
40 S&W
HK UMP
HeliBacon’s arsenal features a UMP 40 submachine gun with a last round bolt hold-open feature and the flexible 0,1,2,F trigger group configuration. The addition of a suppressor enhances muzzle safety for aircraft shooting configurations when seated next to another gunner. The Airborne HK UMP 40 variant features an ergonomic vertical grip and sling. The iron sights are removed in favor of an AimPoint red dot optic, maximizing field of view for rapid target engagement.
Benefits:
Lightweight
2-round burst-fire option
Excellent ergonomic design
Ambidextrous features:
Selector switch
Magazine release
“Compare the UMP to pretty much any subgun of the last century. Ergonomics have come a long way!” – HeliBacon
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LWRC SMG 45
45ACP
LWRC SMG 45
The LWRC SMG 45 is crafted using high-performance aluminum and steel. It uses HK UMP magazines and stocks, as well as incorporates AR-15 style ergonomics with ambidextrous fire controls, bolt catch/release, and HK’s paddle mag release for easy loading and magazine changes.
The SMG 45 features a unique delayed blowback operating mechanism that allows the barrel and bolt to travel rearward together for a short distance before unlocking. Thus, recoil is reduced and the suppressor effect is improved due to fewer gases escaping the ejection port. The suppressed aircraft variant enhances muzzle safety for aircraft shooting configurations when seated next to another gunner. The Airborne LWRC SMG 45 variant features an ergonomic vertical grip and sling, with an AimPoint red dot optic for superior targeting and the ultimate thrill.
Benefits:
Lightweight
AR-15 style ergonomic design
Ambidextrous features:
Selector switch
Magazine release
Bolt catch/release
“LWRC’s innovation applied to the subgun world – very exciting.” – HeliBacon
2 AVAILABLECarbines
AR-15
5.56MM
AR-15
As America’s rifle, the AR-15 is based on Eugene Stoner’s design and adopted by the United States Armed Forces, initially with the designation M16. The AR-15 / M16 / M4 nomenclature refers to a wide variety of modern rifles that share similar characteristics and design fundamentals. New generations of the AR-15 serve as the standard issue rifle for many branches of the United States military, and in more than 80 nations. HeliBacon’s full-auto AR-15s have M16 fire control groups, in Seekins Precision lower receivers, with Geissele Super Select Fire triggers and LWRC M6IC SPR short-stroke piston uppers. The EOTech holographic optics afford an excellent field of view. The ergonomics of the AR-15 platform are outstanding.
Benefits:
Most familiar ergonomic design
Excellent handling characteristics
Ambidextrous features:
Selector switch
Charging handle
“Our primary aircraft machine gun. We select each component for specific reasons. These have been wonderful systems.” – HeliBacon
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HK G36
5.56MM
HK G36
HeliBacon is proud to feature the full-length HK G36E as aircraft machine gun for Helicopter Hog Hunting missions. The Airborne G36E variant features an ergonomic vertical grip, a low-profile rail with an AimPoint red dot optic, and an adjustable stock. Heckler & Koch’s modern design is the most ambidextrous system in the lineup and the 0,1,2,F trigger group configuration provides flexible shooting options. The 18.9-inch barrel maximizes the potential of the 5.56mm cartridge. The G36E is an excellent example of thoughtful design and practical engineering.
Benefits:
Most ambidextrous design
2-round burst-fire option
Ambidextrous features:
Selector switch
Charging handle
Magazine release
Bolt catch/release
“In our humble opinion, the G36 series of rifles are significantly underappreciated. Those Germans can build some cool stuff!” – HeliBacon
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HK 33
5.56MM
HK 33
Heckler and Koch’s HK 33 is the 5.56mm implementation of the wildly popular roller-delayed blowback action, well known from the venerable MP5. Bigger than its submachine gun baby brother, the HK 33 is a handy carbine with a rifle-powered cartridge, and is a fantastic tool for Helicopter Hog Hunt missions. The 0,1,3,F trigger group provides flexible shooting options with 3-round burst-fire capability. HeliBacon’s HK 33 carbines in Airborne configuration feature a low-profile handguard, an ergonomic vertical grip, and an AimPoint red dot optic.
Benefits:
Classic roller-delayed blowback action
3-round burst-fire option
Ambidextrous features:
Selector switch
Magazine release
“The choice is difficult to make because the menu of aircraft-ready machine guns is awesome. That’s called a Texas problem.” – HeliBacon
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FN SCAR 16
5.56MM
FN SCAR 16
The FN SCAR (Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle) is a short-stroke gas-piston-operated rifle originally developed for the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) by Belgian manufacturer FN Herstal. HeliBacon has FN SCAR 16 models in 5.56×45 and FN SCAR 17 models in 7.62×51 available for aircraft use on Helicopter Hog Hunting missions. These Airborne variants feature an ergonomic vertical grip, low profile M-LOK handguard, extended charging handles and EOTech holographic optics. The SCAR’s lightweight, modular design utilizes modern polymers and embodies all the ergonomics and aesthetics of a 21st-century combat weapon system.
Benefits:
Adjustable stock length and riser
Excellent ergonomics
FDE color
Ambidextrous features:
Selector switch
Magazine release
Skeptic – "Since the pigs don't shoot back, do you really need to use combat machine guns for hunting?"
HeliBacon – "Yes. We do. Next question please."
4 AVAILABLEBattle Rifles
FN FAL
7.62×51MM
FN FAL
The Fabrique Nationale Fusil Automatique Léger (translation: Light Automatic Rifle), commonly known as the FN FAL, entered service in 1953 and remains in service to the present day. HeliBacon is pleased to offer modern, American-Made, DSArms FAL variants as full-auto options for Helicopter Hog Hunting missions. The Airborne configuration includes an ergonomic vertical grip, a fully adjustable stock with cheek height and length of pull adjustments, and AimPoint red dot optics.
Adopted by over 90 countries, the FN FAL has seen conflict worldwide during its 60 years of service, making it one of the most prolific rifles in history. The widespread use of this firearm among NATO allies and many first-world countries during the Cold War earned it the moniker: ”The right arm of the Free World.” Since feral hogs are classified as an “invasive” species, it’s only appropriate to combat this invasion with maximum liberty and freedom.
Benefits:
Adjustable stock length and riser
Full-power battle rifle cartridge
Extra FREEDOM
Ambidextrous features:
Magazine release
“The monstrous stopping power of 7.62×51 usually means you don’t need to shoot the hogs a second time. The fact that it’s a machine gun usually means you will.” – HeliBacon
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HK G3
7.62×51MM
HK G3
Heckler and Koch’s G3 is the 7.62×51 implementation of the wildly popular roller-delayed blowback action. The venerable MP5 is the most well-known firearm to incorporate this action, although the G3 actually predates its submachine gun baby brother. A full-size battle rifle chambered 7.62×51 packs quite a punch on a Helicopter Hog Hunt. The 0,1,3,F trigger group provides flexible shooting options with 3-round burst-fire capability. HeliBacon’s HK G3 rifles in Airborne configuration feature a low-profile handguard, an ergonomic vertical grip, and an AimPoint red dot optic.
Benefits:
Classic roller-delayed blowback action
Full-power battle rifle cartridge
3-round burst-fire option
Ambidextrous features:
Selector switch
Magazine release
“Only snowflakes don’t like machine guns. Well, snowflakes and feral hogs, I guess.” – HeliBacon
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FN SCAR 17
7.62×51MM
FN SCAR 17
The FN SCAR (Special Operations Forces Combat Assault Rifle) is a short-stroke gas-piston-operated rifle originally developed for the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) by Belgian manufacturer FN Herstal. HeliBacon has FN SCAR 16 models in 5.56×45 and FN SCAR 17 models in 7.62×51 available for aircraft use on Helicopter Hog Hunting missions. These Airborne variants feature an ergonomic vertical grip, low profile M-LOK handguard, extended charging handles and EOTech holographic optics. The SCAR’s lightweight, modular design utilizes modern polymers and embodies all the ergonomics and aesthetics of a 21st-century combat weapon system.
Benefits:
Adjustable stock length and riser
Excellent ergonomics
FDE color
Ambidextrous features:
Selector switch
Magazine release
Skeptic – "Since the pigs don't shoot back, do you really need to use combat machine guns for hunting?"
HeliBacon – "Yes. We do. Next question please."
4 AVAILABLEBelt-Fed
Fightlite MCR
5.56MM
Fightlite MCR
The MCR (Mission Configurable Rifle) developed by FightLite Industries is a belt-fed version of an AR-15. It provides belt-fed firing capabilities in a lightweight system that retains many of the familiar ergonomics of the AR-15 / M4 / M16 platform. Weighing considerably less than FN’s M249 SAW, the MCR fires from a closed bolt, and is select-fire, thus making it capable of delivering accurate semi-auto fire as well. A machined block in the magazine well provides a retaining clip to hold M249 hard case ammo boxes, with 200 rounds of linked 5.56 ammo.
Benefits:
Belt-fed
Fires from closed bolt
Familiar AR-15 ergonomics
Lightweight belt-fed option
Ambidextrous features:
Selector switch
"Sometimes a high capacity magazine just isn't quite enough ammo." – HeliBacon
6 AVAILABLEPintle Mounted. Belt-Fed.
Looking to turn the dial up to 11? Become one of the few thrill-seekers to wreak havoc on the range with our rare and unique pintle-mounted belt-fed machine guns. These big guns are for those with the most discriminating taste looking for the ultimate experience in truly rarified air. Only in Texas!
M134 MINIGUN
7.62×51MMM134 MINIGUN
Yes, the M134 Minigun is now Airborne. Available in the afternoon Aerial Machine Gun Range Experience, now you can check the ultimate box. At a blistering 3,000 rounds per minute, this electric motor-driven Gatling gun delivers glory downrange faster than you can say “FREEDOM!” It fires bullets made of pure liberty and is sure to make you smile.
The M134 was developed by the United States in the 1960s, which is the same decade American astronauts planted the United States flag on the moon. The M134 fires 50 rounds per second and there are 50 stars on the American flag. Coincidence? No. After firing the M134 Minigun, remove your hat, place your hand over your heart, and sing with me…
“O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave” – Francis Scott Key
M60D
7.62×51MMM60D
The Bell UH-1 helicopter (nicknamed “Huey”) first saw military service and active combat in Vietnam in the 1960s. Almost every Huey was outfitted with M60 pintle-mounted door guns on both sides of the aircraft. HeliBacon’s Bell 212 is a modernized twin-engine commercial variant of the venerable Huey. There is no more appropriate machinegun to mount than the M60E6 in Delta configuration, which is a modernized variant of the 1960s era M60 Squad Automatic Weapon.
“We like apple pie, baseball, and Bell helicopters with M60 door guns. Life is good!” – HeliBacon
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M240D
7.62×51MMM240D
The M240 is the modern medium machine gun for the United States Military. The M240D “Delta” model deletes the buttstock, bipod, and pistol grip trigger assembly, in favor of spade grips and a pintle mount configuration. The M240B “Bravo” model is meant to be carried around by the ground-pounding infantry guys, but not the M240D “Delta” model — it was meant to fly. Available in the afternoon Aerial Machine Gun Range Experience, come imagine life as a helicopter door gunner – the wind in your hair – the sun on your face – the gentle vibration of pintle mounted belt-fed machine gun fire in your hands – pure bliss.
“A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed” – United States Bill of Rights
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