This is a list of submachine guns. It includes Submachine guns (SMG), Machine pistols (MP), Personal defense weapon systems (PDW), and "compact submachine gun-like weapons" not easily categorized. Weapons may fit in more than one category.

A submachine gun (SMG) is a magazine -fed automatic carbine designed to fire handgun cartridges. The term "submachine gun" was coined by John T. Thompson, the inventor of the Thompson submachine gun, [1] to describe its design concept as an automatic firearm with notably less firepower than a machine gun (hence the prefix "sub-").

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2024年4月9日 · Yes, the US Military does use Submachine Guns (SMGs), although their role is relatively niche compared to rifles and other firearms. While not a primary weapon for frontline infantry, SMGs fulfill specific operational needs, primarily within specialized units, for close-quarters combat, personal defense weapons (PDW), and situations requiring a ...

2021年9月25日 · We take you through the history of submachine guns, exploring how SMGs came to be, some notable models, and where they are now.

2019年4月2日 · The APC9K is the first new submachine gun for the U.S. Army since the M3 “Greasegun” of World War II. The service will buy 350 of the compact automatic weapons for $2.5 million, with an option...

2020年2月5日 · The APC9 K Pro is a Swiss-made submachine gun that recently won a contract with the US Army. As a replacement for the MP5, it’s a mighty good package. All controls are ambidextrous. The APC9’s blowback action is augmented with …

2 天之前 · Submachine guns (SMGs) have secured their place as icons of close-quarters combat, prized for their compact size and rapid-fire capabilities. These weapons, typically firing pistol cartridges, bridge the gap between handguns and rifles, providing unparalleled firepower in confined spaces.

Bridging that special gap between pistol, machine pistol and assault rifle. The submachine gun was born from the desire of warplanners to provide the basic infantryman with the voluminous …

2024年7月2日 · Yes, Submachine Guns (SMGs) are indeed used in the military, although their prevalence and role have evolved significantly over time. While they are no longer the primary weapon for frontline infantry in most modern armies, they still serve specific purposes and remain in the arsenals of various military units worldwide.