Looks like we need some definition of terms here. I am no expert, so bear with me, and if I'm wrong, by all means, jump in and help out!
Assault Rifle - Select fire, magazine fed, intermediate cartridge like 7.62x39 or 5.56mm. e.g., AK-47 or M-16
SAW (Squad Automatic Weapon) - Belt fed, intermediate cartridge. e.g., FN Minimi. Some magazine fed weapons have filled this role, e.g., the BREN. Also, the M-14 in select fire configuration fulfilled this role for a short time, IIRC. M-60 fulfilled this role for a long time, although 7.62x51 is not usually considered intermediate (like 5.56mm).
LMG (Light Machinegun) - Such classics as Browning 1917, 1919, MG 34/42, FN MAG, M-60 probably fits in here in spite of being used in the SAW role.
HMG (Heavy Machinegun) - Browning M-2 and the like.
Now for my vote.
MG 42 has ingenious barrel change system, but rate of fire is too high. So I vote for the FN MAG.
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