M1 Thompson vs. MP40 What's the Difference? The M1 Thompson and MP40 are both iconic submachine guns used during World War II. The M1 Thompson, also known as the "Tommy Gun," was favored by American troops for its high rate of fire and reliability.

2015年6月25日 · The American Thompson SMG and the German MP40 went against one another on both the Western and Eastern Fronts in World War II. The United States used the Thompson as its standard SMG for the bulk of the conflict, while the Red Army made use of several that they had acquired under lend-Lease.

2015年12月24日 · The American Thompson SMG and the German MP40 went against one another on both the Western and Eastern Fronts in World War II. The United States used the Thompson as its standard SMG for the bulk of the conflict while the Red Army made use of several that they had acquired under lend-Lease.

2024年11月17日 · MP40 VS THOMPSON | WHICH IS BEST?In this video, we compare two iconic submachine guns from World War II: the MP40 and the Thompson. We break down their key f...

2017年9月7日 · Sporting stamped steel components and a collapsible stock, the MP40 was the world’s first martial weapon truly optimized for mass production. The MP38 rendered superb service in the hands of German Fallschirmjagers during their parachute assaults into Norway, Poland and Belgium.

2008年9月2日 · Having owned a M1 Thompson and MP-40 for over ten years, I'll give my two cents: THe Thompson is well made and has a superior magazine than the MP-40. It's also heavier and the wood furniture is a weak point.

The MP 40 (Maschinenpistole 40) is a submachine gun chambered for the 9×19mm Parabellum cartridge. It was developed in Nazi Germany and used extensively by the Axis powers during World War II.

2013年8月17日 · Ever wonder how the German MP-40 and the American M1 Thompson and M3 Grease Gun looked and sounded like when shot side-by-side? The training video above from WWII seems a bit biased against the MP-40, it’s still a pretty good video however. If you had to choose one which would it be?

2020年12月11日 · Before the M3 SMG was added in late 43-44 (mostly the latter), the M1 SMG (Thompson) was issued out to select individuals (usually officers and some NCOs); however, there were shortages of them and they were HUGELY expensive, so …

2025年1月12日 · During World War II, automatic weapons played a crucial role in engagement, and two of the most notable submachine guns (SMGs) of that period were the MP40 and the Tommy Gun. While both were effective, the comparison between the two often results in a heated debate about which was superior.