Magpul FMG-9

Magpul FMG-9
Type Submachine gun
Place of origin United States United States
Production history
Designed 2008
Manufacturer Magpul Industries
Specifications
Weight 0.5 kg (1.1 lb)
Length 503 mm (19.8 in) (extended)
262 mm (10.3 in) (folded)
Barrel length 168 mm

Cartridge 9×19mm Parabellum
Action Blowback
Muzzle velocity 380 m/s
Feed system 32-round box magazine or 33 round box magazine

The Magpul FMG-9 is a prototype for a new generation of folding submachine guns, designed by Magpul Industries in 2008. Like other folding machine guns, it would be used for concealed carry and can be disguised as anything from a small package to an extra laptop battery. It is made out of a light-weight polymer material rather than metal, making it very light and easy to carry. It is also small enough even to fit in the back pocket of most everyday pants. It was developed for potential use by personal protection details such as the United States Secret Service. As of 2014 Magpul has indicated no intention of bringing the prototype to production.

Similar weapons

Airsoft

Magpul-PTS FPG
Type Airsoft gun
Place of origin Taiwan
Production history
Manufacturer Magpul PTS
KWA Performance Industries
Produced 2010—
Specifications
Length 49 cm (19 in) (extended)
26 cm (10 in) (folded)

Cartridge 6mm pellet
Action Gas blowback
Feed system 49-round magazine

In 2010, Magpul Industries' PTS (Professional Training and Simulation) Division in cooperation with KWA Performance Industries released the FPG (Folding Pocket Gun).[1] The FPG is almost identical to the FMG-9 prototype, but contains the firing mechanism of an airsoft KWA G18C replica. The FPG fires 6mm pellets with a magazine capacity of 48 rounds.[2]

References

  1. "Finally, the Magpul Folding Pocket Gun". Soldier Systems Daily. February 10, 2010.
  2. "MAGPUL PTS FPG". KWA Performance Industries, Inc. 2012.

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