Glock 18

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	Weapon: Glock 18 Type: Submachine Gun Country of Origin: Austria Year Adopted: 1986 Caliber: 9mm Luger Action: Select Fire Overall Length (mm): 186.0 Overall Length (in): 7.32 Weight (kg): 0.00 Weight (pounds): 0 Effective Range (m): 50 m Effective Range (yards): 54.68

The Glock 18 is a fully automatic variant of the Glock 17, designed for military and law enforcement use. Chambered in 9mm, the Glock 18 is capable of both semi-automatic and fully automatic fire, with a selector switch that allows users to toggle between modes. Its rate of fire is extremely high, capable of firing up to 1,200 rounds per minute.

The Glock 18 was originally developed for use by Austrian counter-terrorism units, where its fully automatic capability provided a significant advantage in close-quarters engagements. It is particularly effective in suppressing fire situations or where rapid target acquisition is necessary. However, the high rate of fire makes it difficult to control during sustained bursts.

While the Glock 18 is not widely available to civilians, it is used by specialized military and law enforcement units around the world. Its ability to switch between semi-automatic and fully automatic fire makes it a versatile tool for various tactical situations, and it remains a rare but highly valued weapon in the Glock lineup.