MP40 Machine Pistol 9mm
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| 01. Original name | MP40 Machine Pistol 9mm | |
| 14. Comments / Other information | Introduced in 1943;chambered for the 7.92 x 33mm round, capable of semi and fully-automatic fire; cyclic rate about 500rpm; uses a 30-round box magazine; weight without magazine 10.2lb. Despite its original designation MP, the final version, designated MP44 was renamed “Sturmgewehr” (assault rifle); this was the first modern infantry rifle. |
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