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Is a centrefire belt-fed firearm subject to the 5-round magazine limit?
A belt is legally considered a magazine and is generally subject to the 5-round limit for centrefire semi-automatics, with specific exceptions for historic belt
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Question: Is a centrefire belt-fed firearm subject to the 5-round magazine limit?
Answer options:
- No, belts have no limit ✅ Yes, the belt is considered a magazine and is limited to 5 rounds (unless made before 1945)
- Yes, all belts are limited to 10 rounds
- Only if used in a restricted firearm
Correct answer: Yes, the belt is considered a magazine and is limited to 5 rounds (unless made before 1945)
Explanation: A belt is legally considered a magazine and is generally subject to the 5-round limit for centrefire semi-automatics, with specific exceptions for historic belts.
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