POTD: Heckler & Koch G11 in the Gray Room
The Heckler & Koch G11 is probably the most famous and recognized non-production rifle ever.
Even today, over 50 years since its development began, the G11 still looks like a firearm of the future.
These fantastic photos are from Heckler & Koch’s Gray Room, and taken by Jeremy Tremp ( Offensive Marketing Group).
The HK G11 used a 51 gr caseless 4.73×33 mm projectile
Technical Specifications (from 1989 H&K Brochure):
Length: 75cm (29.3in)
Weight (unloaded): 3.8kg (8.4lb)
Barrel Length: 54cm (21.3in)
Action: Gas-Operated, rotary breech
Calibre: 4.73x33mm
Feed: 45 or 50-round, single stack, box magazine
Cyclic Rate: sustained fire: ~460rpm / 3-round burst: ~2,000rpm
(Source: Armourer’s Bench and Wikipedia)
The G11 has an Integrated optical sight, which I think was developed by Hensoldt AG.
All pictures by Jeremy Tremp, used with permission. Please check his Instagram account out.
Heckler & Koch’s Gray Room – 2017-2018 Edition
Last time The Firearm Blog wrote about Heckler & Koch’s Gray Room we stated we cannot get enough. I for sure can’t either, yet I’ve never been there and probably never will see it, just like most mortals. I own a Heckler & Koch rifle (MR223), but that’s probably as close as I’ll ever get … Continue reading
Fun Fact: The Heckler & Koch G11 is banned by name in Canada. ( Source)
The firearm of the design commonly known as the Heckler and Koch (HK) Model G11 rifle, and any variant or modified version of it.
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Looks like a 2' x 4' with a scope.
I don't know why this weapon gets so much scorn. I remember first reading about it 30-some years ago. I applaud a company trying to advance the technology.