POTD: German MP40 in the Special Forces Weapons Course
Photo Of The Day and we take a closer look at a rainbow of empty shells of 9×19 mm Parabellum flying out of an old MP 40 submachine gun (short for Maschinenpistole 40). The MP40 was only made as fully automatic, and fires from an open-bolt, with blowback-operation.
The information on Wikipedia about c ivilian ownership of the MP40 in the United States is quite interesting, you can check it out here.
…a relatively small number of civilian-transferable MP 40 remain in circulation and are valued around $15,000…
I have only tried the .22LR clone made by GSG, a rather unimpressive experience.
Both photos were taken by U.S. Army, K. Kassens.
Ex-Arctic Ranger. Competitive practical shooter and hunter with a European focus. Always ready to increase my collection of modern semi-automatics, optics, thermals and suppressors. TCCC Certified. Occasionaly seen in a 6x6 Bug Out Vehicle, always with a big smile.
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A lot easier to control than an M4 in full auto.
Hmmmm....looks like he is going for the tactical groin shot.......