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	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.
	Austen Submachine Gun	An Australian submachine gun developed during World War II as an alternative to the British Sten gun. Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, it combined features of the Sten and the German MP40.
	Owen Submachine Gun	An Australian submachine gun renowned for its reliability in harsh conditions during World War II. Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, it featured a top-mounted magazine and simple blowback operation.
	Steyr-Solothurn MP34	An Austrian submachine gun from the interwar period, known for its high-quality construction and reliability. Chambered in 9x19mm, it was used by military and police forces.
	Steyr TMP	The Steyr TMP (Tactical Machine Pistol) is an Austrian submachine gun developed by Steyr Mannlicher in the 1990s. It is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and known for its compact size, high rate of fire, and controllability. It features a forward pistol grip and is designed for close-quarters combat, often used by special forces and law enforcement.
	Glock 18	A selective-fire variant of the Glock 17, this 9mm pistol is capable of both semi-automatic and fully automatic fire, making it a compact and powerful weapon for close-quarters engagements.
	FN P90	The FN P90 is a compact personal defense weapon (PDW) developed in Belgium, featuring a futuristic bullpup design and chambered for the 5.7x28mm cartridge, offering high accuracy and armor-piercing capability. It is widely used by military and law enforcement agencies worldwide for close-quarters combat.
	Vigneron M2	A Belgian submachine gun, the Vigneron M2 was developed in the 1950s and chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It was a simple, inexpensive weapon intended for use by Belgian forces and saw some service in African conflicts.
	FAMAE SAF	A Chilean submachine gun chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, based on the Swiss SIG SG 540 rifle. It is used by military and law enforcement for close-quarters combat.
	CZ Scorpion EVO 3	The CZ Scorpion EVO 3 is a modern Czech submachine gun chambered in 9x19mm, known for its lightweight polymer construction and ergonomic design. Widely adopted by law enforcement and military units, it excels in close-quarters combat.
	Czech SA23	A series of Czech submachine guns developed in the late 1940s, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum or 7.62x25mm Tokarev. Known for their innovative design and use of a telescoping bolt.
	ZK383 Submachine Gun	A Czech submachine gun used in the 1930s and 1940s, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It had a unique feature allowing it to switch between light and heavy fire settings.
	Vz61 Skorpion	A compact Czechoslovakian submachine gun designed in the late 1950s. The Vz61 is chambered in .32 ACP and was intended for use by vehicle crews, special forces, and security forces. Its compact size and select-fire capability made it popular with various military and law enforcement units.
	Madsen M50	A Danish submachine gun developed in the 1950s. It was simple, robust, and used widely in Latin America and Africa. The Madsen M50 is recognizable by its unique folding stock and top-loading magazine.
	Port Said Submachine Gun	An Egyptian-made version of the Swedish Carl Gustav m/45, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It was widely used by Egyptian forces and known for its robustness.
	Suomi KP-31	A Finnish submachine gun designed by Aimo Lahti and introduced in 1931. The KP-31 is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and was praised for its accuracy, high rate of fire, and rugged design. It played a significant role in the Winter War and Continuation War against the Soviet Union.
	Jatimatic Submachine Gun	The Jatimatic is a Finnish submachine gun known for its unique recoil-reducing mechanism and compact design, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. Despite its innovative features, it saw limited adoption due to production and marketing challenges.
	MAT49	The MAT-49 is a French submachine gun used primarily during the post-World War II era. Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, it was designed by the Manufacture Nationale d'Armes de Tulle (MAT) and became a standard weapon for French forces in the Indochina and Algerian Wars.
	MAS 38	The MAS-38 is a French submachine gun developed before World War II and used during the war. Chambered in 7.65x20mm Longue, it had a distinctive design with a forward-slanted grip and was used by French and German forces during the occupation.
	MP40	A German submachine gun used extensively during World War II. It was known for its compact size, ease of use, and reliability, making it a favorite among German infantry and paratroopers.
	Bergmann MP35	A German submachine gun used during World War II. Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, it was known for its precision engineering and use by police and military units.
	Walther MP	A submachine gun developed in post-war Germany, available in MPK (compact) and MPL (long) versions, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It was used by police and military forces.
	Bergmann MP18	The first practical submachine gun, developed by Hugo Schmeisser and used by German forces during World War I. The MP18 was chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and was highly effective in close-quarters combat, especially in trench warfare.
	MP5	A German submachine gun, developed by Heckler & Koch in the 1960s. The MP5 is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and is known for its accuracy, reliability, and versatility. It has become one of the most popular submachine guns in the world, used by military, police, and special forces units.
	Mauser M712 Machine Pistol	A selective-fire version of the Mauser C96 "Broomhandle" pistol. Known for its distinctive box magazine, it was chambered in 7.63mm Mauser.
	MP41 Submachine Gun	The MP41 is a German submachine gun combining the receiver of the MP40 with a wooden stock, aimed at police and paramilitary use during World War II. Its hybrid design offered greater stability and control but saw limited production.
	HK MP7	A personal defense weapon (PDW) developed by Heckler & Koch, chambered for the 4.6x30mm cartridge. It's designed for use in close-quarters combat and offers armor-piercing capability with compact size.
	Erma EMP	A submachine gun developed by Erma Werke in Germany in the late 1920s. It was widely exported and used by various forces during World War II, known for its reliability and sturdy design.
	MP28 Submachine Gun	A German submachine gun developed in the 1920s, an improved version of the MP18. It was used by various countries and known for being reliable and easy to produce.
	HK VP-70	The HK VP-70 was the first polymer-framed pistol, introduced in 1970, with a unique selective-fire capability when paired with a stock. Its futuristic design influenced later handgun development but was not widely adopted due to its heavy trigger pull.
	Uzi	A compact Israeli submachine gun designed by Uziel Gal in the 1950s. It became one of the most widely used submachine guns in the world, known for its simplicity, reliability, and ease of use.
	Mini Uzi	A compact version of the Israeli Uzi submachine gun, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It is popular for close-quarters combat due to its compact size and rapid rate of fire.
	Micro Uzi	The Micro Uzi is a compact version of the Uzi submachine gun, designed for close-quarters combat and concealed carry. Chambered in 9x19mm, it is favored by special forces and personal protection teams.
	Beretta M93R	An Italian selective-fire machine pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It featured a three-round burst mode and a foregrip for better control during automatic fire.
	Beretta M1938	An Italian submachine gun used extensively during World War II. It was known for its reliability, accuracy, and high-quality construction, making it a favored weapon among Axis and some Allied forces.
	Spectre M4 Submachine Gun	The Spectre M4 is an Italian submachine gun chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, renowned for its high-capacity quad-stack magazine and compact, ergonomic design. It was employed by special forces and law enforcement agencies for close-quarters engagements.
	Beretta Model 12	An Italian submachine gun introduced in the 1950s, known for its compact design and reliability. It was widely used by military and police forces around the world and is recognized for its folding stock and side magazine.
	Japanese Type 100 Submachine Gun	A submachine gun used by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II, chambered in 8x22mm Nambu. It was introduced late in the war and featured a relatively slow rate of fire.
	PM63 RAK	A Polish compact submachine gun designed in the early 1960s. The PM63 is chambered in 9x18mm Makarov and was used by the Polish military and other Warsaw Pact countries. It features a unique combination of a blowback action and a slide similar to that of a pistol.
	Kommando LDP	A South African submachine gun, designed as a cheap and simple weapon for use by paramilitary groups and security forces. It is often criticized for its poor build quality and lack of reliability.
	Star Model Z84	A Spanish submachine gun introduced in the 1980s, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. Known for its robust construction and compact design, it featured a telescoping bolt for a shorter overall length, making it suitable for close-quarters combat.
	Star Z70	A Spanish submachine gun developed in the 1970s, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It was used by Spanish security forces and known for its simple, reliable design.
	Star MD	The Star MD is a compact, double-action select fire machine pistol developed in Spain, chambered for 9mm. Its small size and reliability made it popular among police and civilian users.
	Karl Gustavs M45	"A Swedish submachine gun, also known as the ""Swedish K."" Designed in the 1940s, it is known for its simplicity, reliability, and ease of use. The M45 was used by various military and paramilitary forces, including the U.S. Navy SEALs during the Vietnam War."
	Hispano-Suiza MP43/44	A 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.
	Sten Mk II	A British submachine gun used during World War II. The Sten was known for its simple, inexpensive design and was used extensively by British and Commonwealth forces.
	Lanchester Submachine Gun	A British submachine gun used in World War II, based on the German MP28. Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, it was primarily used by the Royal Navy.
	Sterling L2A1	A British 9mm submachine gun known for its reliability and use by the British Army from the 1950s to the 1980s. It features a distinctive side-mounted magazine and perforated barrel shroud.
	Sten Mk V	The Sten Mk V was an improved version of the Sten submachine gun, featuring better build quality and wooden furniture. It retained the simplicity of its predecessors while being more refined for British forces during World War II.
	Ingram M10	Also known as the MAC-10, this submachine gun was designed in the 1960s and is known for its compact size and high rate of fire. It has been used by military and law enforcement, as well as by criminals.
	M3 Submachine Gun	Nicknamed the "Grease Gun" for its resemblance to a mechanic's tool, this U.S. submachine gun was used in World War II and beyond. Chambered in .45 ACP, it was simple and inexpensive to produce, making it popular with troops.
	Reising M50	A U.S. submachine gun used primarily by the Marines during World War II. Chambered in .45 ACP, it was lighter and more compact than the Thompson submachine gun but had mixed reliability in field conditions.
	Thompson M1A1	A simplified version of the Thompson submachine gun, chambered in .45 ACP. It was used extensively by Allied forces during World War II and valued for its stopping power.
	United Defense M42	A U.S. submachine gun produced during World War II, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It was primarily supplied to resistance forces in Europe.
	Smith & Wesson M76	A U.S. submachine gun developed in the 1960s as an alternative to the Swedish K. Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, it was used by military and law enforcement.
	Calico M955	A unique submachine gun known for its helical magazine, which allowed for high-capacity ammunition storage (up to 100 rounds). Chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, it offered a futuristic design.
	Ruger MP9	A compact submachine gun developed by Ruger, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. It was based on the Uzi design and marketed to military and law enforcement for close-quarters use.
	Thompson 1921	"The original version of the Thompson submachine gun, often referred to as the ""Tommy Gun."" It became famous during the Prohibition era in the U.S. and was known for its .45 ACP cartridge and high rate of fire."
	Thompson 1928	A variant of the Thompson submachine gun with a slower rate of fire and provisions for a drum magazine. It was used by U.S. forces during World War II and became iconic for its use by both law enforcement and gangsters.
	Ingram M11	A compact submachine gun designed in the 1970s by Gordon Ingram. It is chambered in .380 ACP and is known for its extremely high rate of fire. It is often associated with clandestine operations due to its small size and suppressor compatibility.
	PPS-43	A Soviet submachine gun developed during World War II as a more compact and cheaper alternative to the PPSh-41. It was widely used by Soviet and Warsaw Pact forces.
	PPSh-41	A Soviet submachine gun, designed by Georgi Shpagin and introduced in 1941. The PPSh-41 is chambered in 7.62x25mm Tokarev and is known for its high rate of fire, simplicity, and use of a distinctive drum magazine. It became one of the most widely produced submachine guns of World War II.
	PPD	A Soviet 7.62mm submachine gun developed before World War II. Known for its high rate of fire and drum magazine, it was used early in the war until replaced by the PPSh-41.
	Stechkin APS	The Stechkin APS is a Soviet select-fire machine pistol designed for close-quarters combat, capable of semi-automatic and automatic fire. It saw limited use due to its size and weight but remains notable for its design.
	Crvena Zastava Automat M56	This is a Yugoslav submachine gun chambered in 7.62x25mm Tokarev. It was developed in the 1950s by Zastava Arms and was based on the German MP40. It saw extensive use in various conflicts in the Balkans and by various guerrilla movements.