MP5

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	Weapon: MP5 Type: Submachine Gun Country of Origin: Germany Year Adopted: 1966 Caliber: 9mm Luger Action: Select Fire Overall Length (mm): 680.0 Overall Length (in): 26.77 Weight (kg): 2.00 Weight (pounds): 4.41 Effective Range (m): 200 m Effective Range (yards): 218.72

The MP5 (Maschinenpistole 5) is a submachine gun developed by Heckler & Koch in the 1960s, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It is renowned for its accuracy, compact size, and reliability. The MP5 uses a roller-delayed blowback system, making it a highly controllable and effective weapon for close-quarters combat. The MP5 quickly gained a reputation as one of the best submachine guns in the world.

Adopted by special forces and law enforcement agencies worldwide, including Germany's GSG 9 and the U.S. Navy SEALs, the MP5 became famous for its use in high-profile counterterrorism operations, such as the 1980 Iranian Embassy siege in London. Its versatility and ease of handling made it a favorite among elite units, offering both single-shot and fully automatic fire modes.

The MP5 remains in service to this day, though it has been supplemented by more modern designs like the UMP and MP7. Nevertheless, the MP5's influence on modern submachine gun design is undeniable, and it continues to be widely respected for its precision, reliability, and iconic status in special operations and law enforcement.