Weapons of SwitzerlandGo Back to Countries Go Back To Weapons Home Anti-Tank WeaponOerlikon SSG36The Oerlikon SSG36 was a Swiss anti-tank rifle designed in the 1930s, chambered in 20x110mm. It was intended to counter early armored vehicles and light tanks, delivering significant firepower for its time. However, as tank armor quickly improved during World War II, its effectiveness diminished, and it became obsolete.AutocannonHispano-Suiza HS.404A series of 20mm autocannons developed by the Swiss company Hispano-Suiza, used in aircraft and ground vehicles during World War II and beyond for their high rate of fire and effectiveness against aircraft.Oerlikon 20mm cannonThe Oerlikon 20mm cannon is a Swiss-designed autocannon used extensively in anti-aircraft and naval roles during World War II and beyond. Renowned for its reliability and rapid fire rate, it became a standard weapon for Allied forces.Submachine GunHispano-Suiza MP43/44A Swiss 9mm submachine gun copied from the Finnish KP-31 during World War II. It was used by Swiss forces in the post-war era.General Purpose Machine GunMG51The MG51 is a Swiss general-purpose machine gun chambered in 7.5x55mm, known for its precision engineering and high reliability. It has been a mainstay of the Swiss Armed Forces for decades, used in both infantry and mounted roles.Heavy Machine GunMG 11A Swiss adaptation of the Maxim machine gun, the MG 11 was adopted in 1911 for use in fortified positions. It was highly reliable and fed via fabric belts, chambered in 7.5x55mm Swiss. This machine gun was mounted on tripods and served throughout the World Wars.Light Machine GunLmg 25The Lmg 25 was a Swiss-designed light machine gun introduced in the 1920s. Chambered in 7.5x55mm Swiss, it featured a unique toggle-lock mechanism for smooth operation. Renowned for its precision and build quality, it served as Switzerland's primary squad automatic weapon for decades.SIG KE7A Swiss light machine gun developed in the 1930s, chambered in 7.92x57mm Mauser. It was used by various armies for its reliability and accuracy.Assault RifleSIG SG 550A Swiss-made 5.56mm NATO assault rifle known for its precision, reliability, and modular design. It has been widely adopted by military and police forces and is praised for its accuracy and build quality.CarbineSchmidt-Rubin K-31A Swiss straight-pull bolt-action rifle introduced in 1931, the K-31 is chambered in 7.5x55mm Swiss. It is renowned for its precision, craftsmanship, and innovative straight-pull action, which allows for faster cycling of the bolt. The K-31 is considered one of the finest military rifles ever made and is highly sought after by collectors.Infantry RifleSwiss VetterliA Swiss bolt-action rifle introduced in the late 19th century. It was one of the first repeating rifles to use a tubular magazine and was known for its accuracy and reliability.Schmidt-Rubin K-11An earlier Swiss straight-pull bolt-action rifle, the K-11 was introduced in 1911 and chambered in 7.5x55mm Swiss. It was the predecessor to the K-31 and shared many features, including the straight-pull action. The K-11 was widely used by Swiss forces and is also known for its accuracy and high-quality construction.SIG STG-57A Swiss battle rifle introduced in 1957, the SIG STG-57 (Sturmgewehr 57) is chambered in 7.5x55mm Swiss. It is a selective-fire rifle with a roller-delayed blowback action, known for its rugged design, accuracy, and reliability. The STG-57 was the standard service rifle of the Swiss military until the late 1980s. Please Rate the Content on this page 1 - Least Useful 2 3 4 5 - Most Useful Submit