The M60 is a well-known American general-purpose machine gun that has appeared in countless war films, video games and documentaries, which is why its distinctive rapid fire is instantly recognisable to many listeners. Short recordings of that gunfire have circulated widely as stock sound effects for editors, streamers and meme makers who need a quick burst of combat audio without filming real weapons. Its short length makes it easy to drop into edits, and it remains popular because it conveys power and urgency in just a few seconds.