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What is the difference between MP 40 and MP 40 II?
The MP 40/I (sometimes erroneously called MP 40/II) was a modified version of the standard MP 40 with a dual side-by-side magazine holder (for a theoretical ammunition total of 64 rounds), designed for special operations troops on the Eastern Front to compensate for the enemies’ PPSh-41 larger magazine capacity.
What is an MP40 submachine gun?
This submachine gun evolved out of the MP38, which was prone to misfirings that had sometimes lethal results. A simple technical innovation to the hammer eliminated the problem, and the MP40 was born. Total production is unknown but it is believed that more that one million of these weapons were produced between 1940 and 1944.
What features were eliminated on the MP 40?
These features were eliminated on the MP 40. One feature found on most MP 38 and MP 40 submachine guns was an aluminum, steel, or bakelite resting bar or support under the barrel. This was used to steady the weapon when firing over the side of open-top armored personnel carriers such as the Sd.Kfz. 251 half-track.
What are the best WW2 German MP40’s?
Another rather good WW2 German MP40, found in the Russian Front, Courland `44 battle. This ones got the stock fully closed, comes with a replacement real mag, looks like the grip frame has had some repairs with a black rubber cement – nice job, though we have to point it out.
What kind of round does a Mauser MP40 shoot?
This brand new Blue Line Solutions Mauser MP40 (440.00.09) is a semi-automatic rifle which fires the .22 LR round. It has a 16″ barrel and matte black finish. This includes 1 23-ro… (read more) NIB German Sport MP40 pistol mag, 9mm, 25 round.
What is the maximum firing range of the MP 40?
Effective firing range: 100–200 m: Maximum firing range: 250 m: Feed system: 32-round detachable box magazine, 64-round with dual magazines: Sights: Hooded front blade: The MP 40 (Maschinenpistole 40) is a submachine gun chambered for the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge.