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Submachine Gun

FMK-3 Submachine Gun

FMK-3 Submachine Gun

An Argentine submachine gun developed in the 1970s, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It features a simple blowback operation, a folding stock, and was designed for use by military and law enforcement units.
PAM submachine gun

PAM submachine gun

An Argentine submachine gun based on the U.S. M3 "Grease Gun." Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, it was used by the Argentine military and police forces. Its simplicity and reliability made it well-suited for close-quarters combat.
MEMS M-52/60

MEMS M-52/60

A 9mm Argentine submachine gun developed in the 1950s, it was used by police and military forces. Lightweight and compact, it was designed for close-quarters combat. It featured a simple blowback mechanism for reliability.
Halcon ML-57

Halcon ML-57

An Argentine submachine gun chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, designed for law enforcement and military use. It was robust, reliable, and easy to maintain. Its compact design made it suitable for urban combat and security roles.

Assault Rifle

FARA 83

FARA 83

An Argentine assault rifle chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, developed during the 1980s. It was intended as a standard-issue rifle for the Argentine military but saw limited production. Its design incorporates elements from rifles like the FN FAL and the M16.

Carbine

M1891 Argentine Engineer Carbine

M1891 Argentine Engineer Carbine

A shortened version of the M1891 Argentine Mauser designed for engineers and special troops. Chambered in 7.65x53mm Mauser, it was compact and easier to handle than the standard infantry rifle. Its accuracy and robust design were well-regarded.

Infantry Rifle

M1891 Argentine Mauser

M1891 Argentine Mauser

A bolt-action rifle designed by Mauser for the Argentine military. It was reliable and accurate, becoming a standard infantry rifle for Argentina and influencing later Mauser designs.
M1909 Argentine Mauser

M1909 Argentine Mauser

An improved version of the M1891, chambered in 7.65x53mm. It featured better sights, a stronger action, and was one of the last Mauser models adopted by Argentina.

Artillery Briquet

Argentine Model 1898 Artillery Sword

Argentine Model 1898 Artillery Sword

A traditional Argentine military sword issued to artillery units, featuring a straight blade for ceremonial and close-combat purposes.
Argentine Artillery 1909 short sword

Argentine Artillery 1909 short sword

A shorter version of the Argentine artillery sword, used in the early 20th century primarily for ceremonial purposes by artillery troops.