Full name: Sturmgewehr 44
Place of Origin: Germany
Cartridge: 7.92×33 mm Kurz.
Calibre: 8 mm.
In service: 1943-1945, 1949-1962 (East Germany).
Designer: Hugo Schmeisser
Designed in: 1942
Action: Gas operated long-stroke piston, tilting bolt, selective fire.
Rate of fire: 500-600 rounds/min.
Mass: 5.13 kg (Loaded), 4.6 kg (unloaded).
Length: 94 cm (37 in).
Effective firing range: 300 m (330 yd) – automatic. 600 m (660 yd) – semi automatic.
Sights: Adjustable sights, rear-notch, front-hooded post.
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