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StG 44

The StG 44 is a German assault rifle developed during World War II by Hugo Schmeisser. It is also known by its early designations as the MP 43 and MP 44. The StG 44 was an improvement of an earlier design, the Maschinenkarabiner 42. Wikipedia
Designed: 1938–1943
Manufacturer: C. G. Haenel Waffen und Fahrradfabrik; Sauer & Sohn; CITEDEF (post-war); Steyr-Daimler-Puch
Magazine capacity: 30-round
Action: Gas-operated long-stroke piston, closed tilting bolt, selective fire
Cartridge: 7.92×33mm Kurz (a.k.a. 8mm Kurz or Pistolenpatrone 43)
Length: 94 cm (37 in)
Muzzle velocity: 685 m/s (2,247 ft/s)