based on a French design this weapon produced as a commercial venture by Vickers. Although unsuccessful in the selection trials which led to the adoption of the BREN, the VB was adopted by the Indian army as its standard LMG. A production line being established in Ishapore. A successful and reliable LMG which remains in use in India. Later Mk 2 and 3 version has a less bulky/no forestock and no barrel fins.
Marks and Stamps: (Top of receiver) VICKERS BERTHIER No 2349| Accession Number: 275 | Period of Use: 1930s - present |
| Type: Machine gun | War Zones: |
| Country of Origin: U.K. | Type Date: 1928 |
| Manufacturer: Vickers Armstrong Ltd, Crayford, Kent | Serial Number: 2349 |
| Manufacture Date: Unknown | Calibre/Ammunition: 0.303" |
| Weight: 9400g | Length Overall: 1180mm |
| Cyclic Rate: 450rpm | Length Barrel: 607mm |
| Deactivation Certificate Number: DA 40409 |