AGM Maschinengewehr MG42 Full Metal AEG Airsoft Machine Gun w/ Drum Magazine

AGM Maschinengewehr MG42 Full Metal AEG Airsoft Machine Gun W/ Drum Magazine

Item ID:

18862436

UPC:

3150342025

$590$500

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PRODUCT INFO

Category:

Machine Guns

Type:

Automatic

Brand:

AGM Maschinengewehr MG42 Full Metal AEG Airsoft Machine Gun w/ Drum Magazine

Model:

AGM Maschinengewehr MG42 Full Metal AEG Airsoft Machine Gun w/ Drum Magazine

Caliber:

12 Gauge

TECHNICAL SPECS

Capacity:

2500

Weight:

16

Material:

black

Sight:

Not specified

Purpose:

firearm

The innovative minds over at AGM pulled all stops to produce a truly authentic WWII era MG42 airsoft replica. Originally the MG42 was designed in Nazi Germany to be a lost cost alternative to the MG34 and was used exclusively by the Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS units during the second half of World War II. Due to its highest rate of fire and long lasting reliability, the MG42 was adopted by multiple armed forces at the end of the war. This full size replica from AGM is constructed fully from steel to match the feel and integrity of its 7.62mm brother. Alongside full metal externals, real wood is used for the ergonomically designed pistol grip and removable fixed stock, which houses the included battery. A functional mock charging handle adds to the realism of this airsoft replica. Utilize the adjustable hop-up located under the steel vented handguard to account for various target range and BB weight, for the most accurate shot every time. Players can use the adjustable flip-up front and rear sights to quickly and accurately zero in their targets without the need for an additional optic accessory. An included full metal bipod assists in keeping the MG42 stable when laying down cover fire, and can be folded against the rifle for easy transportation when changing positions. To match the rugged externals, AGM outfitted this AEG with a custom full metal gearbox; easily withstanding high energy output from LiPO batteries. Although a truly unique gearbox is used for the MG42, it is still fully upgradable with Version 2 aftermarket internals. The MG42 can lay down an impressive rate of fire, so AGM included a 2,500 round drum magazine to fully maximize this guns full potential. The drum magazine is designed to fit snug against the rifle to retain a low-profile, and features auto-winding technology saving you precious time during reloads. AGM made sure the MG42 comes skirmish ready by including a 8.4v 1100mAh NiMH battery and standard wall charger with every package. This heavyweight replica is perfect for authentic MIL-SIM events and reenactments, covering all bases for airsoft enthusiasts. The new Maschinengewehr MG42 Full Metal AEG from AGM is a truly one of a kind machine that is sure to resonate with airsoft enthusiasts of all play styles. Features: Color: Black / Real Wood 420 FPS (0.20g BB) Magazine: 2500rd Weight: 16lbs. Inner Barrel: 600mm 8.4v 1100mAh NiMH Battery & Wall Charger INCLUDED Full Metal Custom Gearbox (Version 2 Compatible) Stamped Steel Receiver & Vented Handguard Genuine Wood Pistol Grip Panels & Stock Functional Mock Charging Handle Removable Steel Folding Bipod Auto-Winding 2,500 Round Drum Magazine (5x AA Batteries NOT INCLUDED) Adjustable Flip-up Front & Rear Sights Full Size WWII Replica Adjustable Hop-up Safe / Full Auto

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NFA Class 3 Ruger AC-556 machine gun in .223 and with 18.5” barrel. The action and bore are very good and this one works perfectly. Just test fired with two magazines and ran flawlessly with both steel and brass. Serial is 191-04059. Includes one 30rd magazine.



A tactical workhorse, the AR10TAC20 is the perfect tool for duty and defense. All Armalite Tactical Series rifles come equipped with MAGPUL MBUS flip-up sights and MOE+ pistol grips. The dual-purpose flash hiding compensator tames recoil while reducing signature. The sturdy 15” tactical Key-Mod handguard provides ample hand placement and a full-length MIL-STD 1913 12 o’clock rail for sights and accessories. An adjustable gas block also allows the rifle to be individually tuned for optimal performance for your choice of ammunition and/or suppressor use. Click to open expanded view Attachment Method: Key-Mod Product Line: AR-10 Product Category: Tactical Caliber: .308 Win | 7.62×51 Barrel: HB, SST Triple Lapped Barrel Length: 20? Twist Rate: 1:10 RH Muzzle Device: Flash Suppressing Compensator Front Sight Base: Full-Length MIL-STD 1913 Rail Handguard: 15? Free-Floating Tactical Stock: MBA-1 Light-Weight Precision, Adjustable Upper Receiver: Forged Flat-Top with MIL-STD 1913 Rail, 7075-T6 Aluminum Lower Receiver: Forged 7075-T6 Aluminum Safety: Ambidextrous Trigger: Two-Stage Precision Charging Handle: “Raptor” Ambidextrous Finish: Hard Anodized Aluminum, Manganese Phosphated Steel Length: 42.3? Collapsed | 43.3? Extended Included: One 25-Round Magpul PMAG, Magpul MBUS, Owner’s Manual



The Catco Sterling 9mm SMG submachine gun is constructed entirely of steel and plastic and has a shoulder stock, which folds underneath the weapon. There is an adjustable rear sight, which can be flipped between 100 and 200-yard settings. Although of conventional blowback design firing from an open bolt, there are some unusual features: for example, the bolt has helical grooves cut into the surface to remove dirt and fouling from the inside of the receiver to increase reliability. There are two concentric recoil springs that cycle the bolt, as opposed to the single spring arrangement used by many other SMG designs. This double-spring arrangement significantly reduces “bolt-bounce” when cartridges are chambered, resulting in better obturation, smoother recoil, and increased accuracy. Additionally, the Sterling uses a much-improved (over the Sten) 34-round curved double-column feed box magazine, which is inserted into the left side of the receiver. The magazine follower, which pushes the cartridges into the feed port, is equipped with rollers to reduce friction. The bolt feeds ammunition alternately from the top and bottom of the magazine lips, and its fixed firing pin is designed so that it does not line up with the primer in the cartridge until the cartridge has entered the chamber. The Sterling employs a degree of what is known as Advanced Primer Ignition, in that the cartridge is fired while the bolt is still moving forward, a fraction of a second before the round is fully chambered. The firing of the round thus not only sends the bullet flying down the barrel but simultaneously resists the forward’s movement of the bolt. By this means it is possible to employ a lighter bolt than if the cartridge was fired after the bolt had already stopped, as in simple blowback, since the energy of the expanding gases would then only have to overcome the bolt’s static inertia (plus spring resistance) to push it back again and cycle the weapon; whereas in this arrangement some of this energy is used up in counteracting the bolt’s forwards momentum as well, and thus the bolt does not have to be so massive. The lighter bolt makes not only for a lighter gun, but a more controllable one since there is less mass moving to and fro within it as it fires. The suppressed version of the Sterling (L34A1/Mk.5) was developed for covert operations. This version uses a ported barrel surrounded by a cylinder with expansion chambers. The Australian and New Zealand SAS regiments used the suppressed version of the Sterling during the Vietnam War. It is notable for having been used by both Argentinian and British Special Forces during the Falklands War. A Sterling was used by Libyan agents to kill WPC Yvonne Fletcher outside the Libyan Embassy in London, which sparked the 1984 siege of the building. The Sterling has a reputation for excellent reliability under adverse conditions and, even though it fires from an open bolt, has good accuracy. With some practice, it is very accurate when fired in short bursts. While it has been reported that the weapon poses no problems for left-handed users to operate, it is not recommended without the wearing of ballistic eye protection. The path of the ejected cartridge cases is slightly down and backward, so mild burns can occasionally be incurred by left-handed shooters. A bayonet of a similar design as that for the L1A1 Self-Loading Rifle was produced and issued in British Army service but was rarely employed except for ceremonial duties. Both bayonets were derived from the version issued with the Rifle No. 5 Mk I “Jungle Carbine”, the main difference being a smaller ring on the SLR bayonet to fit the rifle’s muzzle. When mounted, the Sterling bayonet was offset to the left of the weapon’s vertical line, which gave a more natural balance when used for bayonet-fighting. For a right-handed shooter, the correct position for the left hand while firing is on the ventilated barrel-casing, but not on the magazine, as the pressure from holding the magazine can increase the risk of stoppages, and a loose magazine can lead to dropping the weapon. The barrel-casing hold provides greater control of the weapon, so the right hand can intermittently be used for other tasks. A semi-circular protrusion on the right-hand side of the weapon, approximately two inches from the muzzle, serves to prevent the supporting hand from moving too far forward and over the muzzle.



Zenith Z-5RS post dealer sample machine gun in 9mm. The Zenith/MKE is an HK LICENSED VARIANT of the famous HK 9MM machinegun and is a double push pin. This gun can take any and all Genuine H&K factory parts. Parts are 100% interchangeable without modification.Parts like mags stocks internals Etc. We have a Full auto converted unit in our shop and have put over 1500 rounds through it without a single jam or malfunction, 100% reliability is what you can expect............ MKE supplies 29 countries with Everything from Ammunition and Small Arms to Tanks. These guns are top Quality Firearms from the MKE Turkish Military Plant. This comes with a threaded 1/2x28 tri-lug barrel and full auto SEF Pack. 3-30 round mags and your choice of the following stocks A3 F stock, side folding or A2. Also comes with cleaning kit, Scope mount rail and sling. So if you always wanted an MP5 sub gun this is the one for you. This is made on Licensed H&K factory machinery to H&K Specs. The finish is exact H&K factory spec. HENSE IT IS AS CLOSE AS H&K AS YOU CAN GET!!!!!!!! We guarantee this to be free from defects for 5 years. Buy with confidence



The innovative minds over at AGM pulled all stops to produce a truly authentic WWII era MG42 airsoft replica. Originally the MG42 was designed in Nazi Germany to be a lost cost alternative to the MG34 and was used exclusively by the Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS units during the second half of World War II. Due to its highest rate of fire and long lasting reliability, the MG42 was adopted by multiple armed forces at the end of the war. This full size replica from AGM is constructed fully from steel to match the feel and integrity of its 7.62mm brother. Alongside full metal externals, real wood is used for the ergonomically designed pistol grip and removable fixed stock, which houses the included battery. A functional mock charging handle adds to the realism of this airsoft replica. Utilize the adjustable hop-up located under the steel vented handguard to account for various target range and BB weight, for the most accurate shot every time. Players can use the adjustable flip-up front and rear sights to quickly and accurately zero in their targets without the need for an additional optic accessory. An included full metal bipod assists in keeping the MG42 stable when laying down cover fire, and can be folded against the rifle for easy transportation when changing positions. To match the rugged externals, AGM outfitted this AEG with a custom full metal gearbox; easily withstanding high energy output from LiPO batteries. Although a truly unique gearbox is used for the MG42, it is still fully upgradable with Version 2 aftermarket internals. The MG42 can lay down an impressive rate of fire, so AGM included a 2,500 round drum magazine to fully maximize this guns full potential. The drum magazine is designed to fit snug against the rifle to retain a low-profile, and features auto-winding technology saving you precious time during reloads. AGM made sure the MG42 comes skirmish ready by including a 8.4v 1100mAh NiMH battery and standard wall charger with every package. This heavyweight replica is perfect for authentic MIL-SIM events and reenactments, covering all bases for airsoft enthusiasts. The new Maschinengewehr MG42 Full Metal AEG from AGM is a truly one of a kind machine that is sure to resonate with airsoft enthusiasts of all play styles. Features: Color: Black / Real Wood 420 FPS (0.20g BB) Magazine: 2500rd Weight: 16lbs. Inner Barrel: 600mm 8.4v 1100mAh NiMH Battery & Wall Charger INCLUDED Full Metal Custom Gearbox (Version 2 Compatible) Stamped Steel Receiver & Vented Handguard Genuine Wood Pistol Grip Panels & Stock Functional Mock Charging Handle Removable Steel Folding Bipod Auto-Winding 2,500 Round Drum Magazine (5x AA Batteries NOT INCLUDED) Adjustable Flip-up Front & Rear Sights Full Size WWII Replica Adjustable Hop-up Safe / Full Auto



This is a genuine Law Enforcement Colt Factory rifle, brand new in the box. This is a NEW OLD STOCK COLT LE6933 COMMANDO factory made short barrel rifle. It is marked “M4 Carbine” and “Colt Defense”. This is one of the early guns WITHOUT the ugly QR scan matrix stamped into the side (Making it more collectable). All of the recent production COLT rifle and SBR receivers have the QR code on the left side above the selector. Includes the factory accessory kit with two (2) alloy magazines, cleaning kit, QD sling swivel, sling..the Colt M4 Commando provides the superior qualities that will enable operators to accomplish an increasingly wide range of combat missions. designed to exploit firepower capability in confined spaces where lightweight mobility, speed and violence of action rule can be comfortably carried with its 11.5” barrel, yet be instantly available to provide the type of firepower required to outmatch combatants full 5.56mm power and accuracy in a very compact sub-machine gun size weapon LE6933 SPECIFICATIONS CALIBER 5.56×45 NATO (.223 Rem.) WEIGHT 6.2 lbs (2.84 kg) OVERALL LENGTH (STOCK RETRACTED) 27 in. (66 cm) OVERALL LENGTH (STOCK EXTENDED) 30in. (74.9 cm) BARREL LENGTH 11.5 in. (26.2 cm) RATE OF FIRE SEMI RIFLING 1/7 RH EFFECTIVE RANGE 400 m. Colt LE 6933 M4 COMMANDO Short Barreled Rifle(SBR)new in box. Original new COLT manufactured M4 Carbine 5.56mm cal. with 11.5? barrel. Original accessories are included (sling, two (2)20 rd Magazines, manual). This is a Title II semi-automatic weapon and is fully transferrable. ITEM INFO CATEGORY: Machine Guns TYPE: Machine guns BRAND: COLT MODEL: M4 Commando CALIBER: 5.56×45 NATO (.223 Rem.) TECH SPECS CAPACITY: 30-39 WEIGHT: 33 MATERIAL: Black SIGHT: Fixed PURPOSE: MACHINE GUNS



The Bushmaster XM15E2 – M-16 – 5.56x45mm – 16 is in perfect working condition



AK47, Factory Folder, Converted to Selective Fire and 7.62x39mm by SWD, Atlanta, GA in the box and Beautiful PF85000391 Other than Test Fired I don’t believe this gun has been fired. In stock in our vault and ready for immediate eForm transfer. Price includes S&H and Insurance. Florida residents are subject to Florida Sales tax.



Scarce American Arms Model 180 M2 Fully Automatic Class III/NFA “22 LR” Machine Gun Serial #: Serial number obfuscated Manufacturer; American Arms International Model: American 180 M2 Type: Machine gun Gauge: 22LR. Barrel: 16 3/4 inch round Finish: blue Stock: plastic and walnut Class: Class III Description What a neat little fully automatic rifle manufactured by the American Arms International Company. These were originally designed in the late 1970s as a semi-automatic version with the fully automatic models being introduced in the early 1980s. The underside of the receiver is stamped: “AMERICAN ARMS INTL. S.L. C. UT./AMERICAN 180 M-2”. They were designed to look like a Thompson SMG but used a drum magazine mounted horizontally on top of the action somewhat like a Lewis or Russian DP-38 machine gun. The drum magazine holds 177 rounds of very popular and easy to obtain 22 LR ammunition. These handy little rifles can fire in either Semi-Automatic or Full-Auto (from an open bolt), a finned barrel like the 1921/28 Thompson SMGs, to aid in cooling. They have a cyclic rate of 1200 rpm which could be quite devastating even for the 22LR. It has a side-mounted cocking handle, a fixed blade front sight and an adjustable rear sight patterned from the M1 Carbines. They were very unique at the time and still are today. They have a high-impact brown plastic buttstock and a forend with a blue/black metal finish. Condition Excellent with 97% of the original finish overall showing handling minor wear and test firing. The plastic components are all in excellent condition. NOTE: This weapon is a National Firearms Act (NFA), Class III, Fully Automatic Weapon which is registered with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, (BATF) under the provisions of 18 U.S.C. Chapter 44 and 27 CFR part 478.



Classic British World War II SMG as used by the Royal Marine Commandos and the French Resistance. An authentic replica perfect for WWII re-enactors. Magazine Well Rotates under gun for storage Movable Charging Handle Rear Wired Gearbox Fixed Stock Battery Storage in Stock Adjustable Hop-Up Fixed Iron Sights Package Includes: AGM – STEN Rifle MK.2 50rnd Low Cap Magazine Stick Battery Charger Cleaning / Un-jamming Rod SPECIFICATIONS Length: 770mm Weight: 2.6500 kg Magazine Capacity: 50 Major Colour: Black



Description: Harrington & Richardson Reising, model 50, 45acp, fully transferable, no restrictions for the transfer. This is in refurbished condition, the wood is in great shape, has sling swivels, the receiver is in great condition, see the pictures, bore is good, this is a select fire, fully automatic, comes with four 20rds H&R magazines and four 40rnd. The hard case is included. This item must be transferred to an FFL class 3. The price listed is a cash price; no credit cards for this purchase. By committing to buy this item or gun you are saying that you are aware of all of the laws and restrictions in your state and you can lawfully own this item or gun. Payment must be received within 5 days. Transaction must be completed within 10 days or the item will be reposted. DO NOT COMMIT TO BUYING THE ITEM UNTIL YOU HAVE ASKED ALL QUESTIONS. Please ask all questions prior to purchase. Items are sold as is. The spare parts shown are the original parts as the new ones have been installed. I have a video available showing full auto fire. This will ship to your Class 3 dealer after full payment. There is a 3-day inspection allowed with full refund minus shipping if you are not satisfied. Buyer pays all shipping costs.



This Chester County Armory listing is for a rarely seen P.A.W.S. Inc. Model ZX-7 .45acp transferable sub machine gun. Also known as "The American Sterling", this rare and uniquely US-made ZX-7 serves as a fascinating homage to the venerable British Sterling L2A3 sub machine gun. Always enamored with the craftsmanship and design of the British Sterling, the ZX-7 was built and created by gunsmith and Class 2 manufacturer Bob Imel at his company, Police Automatic Weapons Services, in Salem, OR in the mid 1970's. Built from the ground up, Mr. Imel re-created the beautiful lines and wonderful reliability of the L2A3, but with his own unique redesigns and improvements, to make it a truly Americanized version. Of course, the improvements started first and foremost, by offering it in the American of all American calibers...the .45ACP. For an in-depth analysis of the differences between the British Sterling L2A3 and Bob Imel's creation, check out Ian at Forgotten Weapons and his wonderful video on the subject: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKk9Ss6RJ80 Utilizing easy-to-come-by M3 Grease gun magazines, the ZX-7 functions amazingly well, with a cyclic rate of around 750 RPMS, making it markedly faster than the M3 Grease Gun and more inline with a 1928 Thompson. Robust and controllable, the ZX-7 in .45acp was only made in very small numbers by P.A.W.S. as a transferable SMG. Some counts have them as low as 20 or 25, as the 9mm version (the P.A.W.S. ZX-5), was made in significantly greater quantities. This specific model is serial number 20. This transferable sub machine gun is in excellent mechanical, as well as cosmetic condition. The internals do not note any wear and the bore is bright and shiny with crisp and clean rifling. The fire controls are in excellent condition, with solid placements on the selector controls in both semi-automatic and full-automatic modes, as well as a positive safety lockup. The original crinkle-style finish employed by Mr. Imel is in excellent condition, with only a few minor marks on the entire weapon. The metalwork is excellent, with no dings, dents, gouges, cracks, etc.. Two 30rd magazines are included with the purchase. This rare and unique weapon is currently on a Form 3 for easy transfer, with "P.A.W.S. Inc" listed as the manufacturer and "ZX7" listed as the model. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS LISTING CONTACT OUR WEBSITE AT OUTDOORSARMORY.COM



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FNH USA FS2000 Tactical Semi Automatic Carbine chambered in 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington with a 17.4? cold hammer forged barrel, 30 round magazine, fully ambidextrous green stock and folding emergency sights. Chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO/223 Remington, the FN FS2000 Tactical is a civilian legal, semi-auto only variant of the proven F2000 selective-fire bullpup carbine that offers an integrated MIL-STD 1913 top mounting rail and emergency backup folding sights. The FS2000 carbine is gas-operated and uses a rotating bolt lockup for reliability and greater accuracy. Its 17.44? cold hammer-forged MIL-SPEC barrel is fitted with a muzzle brake. Fired cases are ejected through a forward port away from the operator. The olive drab thumbhole polymer stock is ambidextrous. Includes one (1) 30 round magazine, owner’s manual and locking device. UPC ECOM00123237 Caliber 223 REM/5.56 NATO Finish OD GREEN Capacity 30+1 ROUNDS Weight NOT SPECIFIED Action SEMI AUTO Frame Material NOT SPECIFIED Slide Material NOT SPECIFIED Barrel Length 17 BARREL Receiver Material NOT SPECIFIED Receiver Finish NOT SPECIFIED



AK47, Factory Folder, Converted to Selective Fire and 7.62x39mm by SWD, Atlanta, GA in the box and Beautiful PF85000391 Other than Test Fired I don’t believe this gun has been fired. In stock in our vault and ready for immediate eForm transfer. Price includes S&H and Insurance. Florida residents are subject to Florida Sales tax.



Glock 19 conversion to a select fire machine gun. This gun is in stock ready for transfer! This gun has night sights and 4 Glock factory magazines 3 15 round mags and 1 33 round mag. This gun shoots like new and is super fast! We are giving a 1 year warranty with this gun! This is a Marcum Firearms build.



Buy Jap 99 with original mag and scope online. Securely pay and receive Jap 99 with original mag and scope at your delivery location within 24 hours



Here for your consideration is an all original Colt Model 639 the commercial version of the XM177E2 a hard to find variant of the full auto M16 family. The Military issued these iconic weapons to the MACVSOG special operation units in Vietnam in1967 and 1968. They feature a 11.5 inch barrel ,forward assist, two position aluminum collapsing stock. This model also came with a Colt manufactured Moderator which served to change the sound signature when fired . Because of this the BATF considers the moderator as a suppressor as such this gun will require two NFA transfer tax stamps. Both the gun and moderator will transfer on a form 4 in Pa. These do not come around very often they are scarce and very few where made by Colt for the commercial market. Condition: Overall appearance and finish is pristine. Bore and bolt are excellent . This is surely an investment level firearm of the very highest order, so don't miss your chance to own this historic weapon built by Colt in the very early days of the M16 . Buyer pays all shipping and Transfer fees……..Feel free to email me with any questions you may have ….Thank you and good luck ! Get the best guns from us at mouth watering prices. only at outdoorsarmory.com



Ive got one of the first versions of Clayco Underfolder AK-47/s 7.62×39 ever imported. Min Shan factory underfolder in 7.62×39. For sale or trade. In great shape, lightly used. I only put about 70 rounds through it. Outer cosmetic appearance is very good. numbered parts all match of course. Comes with Chinese sling pictured, 1 chinese flatback mag and a nice condition russian bakelite mag Mainly interested in trading at this time, will sell for 28000 or trade, no lowballers its highly unlikely you will find these for much cheaper ever again, Will sell clayco for 28000 plus transfer cost or shipping.



Classic British World War II SMG as used by the Royal Marine Commandos and the French Resistance. An authentic replica perfect for WWII re-enactors. Magazine Well Rotates under gun for storage Movable Charging Handle Rear Wired Gearbox Fixed Stock Battery Storage in Stock Adjustable Hop-Up Fixed Iron Sights Package Includes: AGM – STEN Rifle MK.2 50rnd Low Cap Magazine Stick Battery Charger Cleaning / Un-jamming Rod SPECIFICATIONS Length: 770mm Weight: 2.6500 kg Magazine Capacity: 50 Major Colour: Black



ENTER THE AMERICAN 180 The Casull’s successor, the American 180, weighs less than a stripped M16A1 unloaded; most variations are described as being well made and reliable. Original magazines carried 165 or 177 rounds, though larger-capacity drums of up to 275 rounds are still in production today. The 275-round drums do effectively occlude the weapon’s sights, however. E&L Manufacturing, the current producer of American 180 drums, includes an elevated front sight along with the the first 275-round drum you buy. The open-bolt mechanism of the American 180 incorporates a series of grooves in the sides of the bolt that very effectively channel dirt and debris out of the mechanism. The British L2A3 Sterling submachine gun sports similar grooves. The non-reciprocating charging handle is oriented on the left side of the receiver, towards the rear, so that the bulky drum magazine does not interfere with its operation. The drum chassis spins on top of the receiver as it empties. There is a captive screw underneath the forward aspect of the receiver that allows the gun to break down quickly into two handy components. The stock removes with the push of a button in the manner of the M1928 Thompson submachine gun. Particularly with a short 9-inch barrel in place, this makes the American 180 easily packable. The assembly and disassembly processes are relatively straightforward and easily mastered. ADDITIONAL 180 DETAILS The magazine release is fairly intuitive and simple to manage, though the bulky nature of the pan magazine does produce a cluttered sight picture. The ergonomics of the stock and pistol grip are better reasoned than those of the Thompson that obviously inspired them. Overall, the American 180 is a comfortable gun to run. Semi-auto versions of the American 180 have been offered in the past, and these guns come up for sale occasionally on online used-gun forums. While the practicality of a 10-pound semi-auto .22 packing 177 rounds on board might be questionable, there is no better tactical tool should you ever find yourself attacked by a battalion of malevolent chipmunks. I’ve frankly bought guns for dumber reasons. The magazines are a holy pain to load, and the American 180 runs through ammo as politicians burn through other people’s money. E&L Manufacturing also offers a magazine loader that renders this chore a bit less onerous. A single mechanical spring-loaded winder can be used to power multiple magazines. SO WHAT’S IT GOOD FOR? The American 180 was formally adopted by the Utah Department of Corrections, and it was undoubtedly intimidating when wielded from a guard tower at their state penitentiary. There are rumors that the Rhodesian Special Air Service used a few of these novel guns operationally in Africa. However, humping the African savanna with one of these hyperactive little buzz guns must have been a treat. The nature of the design demands that it be fed high-velocity ammo, so suppressed versions remain fairly noisy. Regardless, the company’s marketing efforts were compelling, and quite a few examples were indeed sold to local law enforcement agencies. Many of the guns available today were traded out of police arms rooms over the years. REAL-LIFE SHOOTOUT I could find but a single detailed anecdote involving the operational use of a laser-equipped American 180 by cops in a real-life shootout. In November of 1974, Officers Mike Gilo and Gary Jones of the Fort Lauderdale Police Department attempted to subdue a pair of evildoers driving a Chevrolet Camaro. As the driver of the Camaro accelerated in an effort to escape, his foolhardy passenger produced a handgun and fired at the officers. Gilo responded by unleashing a roughly 40-round burst through the back window of the suspects’ car while Jones engaged with his 12-gauge shotgun loaded with buckshot. The 12 gauge failed to connect; the American 180 stitched across the back window of the car, removing the lot of it. The driver then crashed the car; the passenger was found already heading towards room temperature as a result of multiple .22 LR wounds to his back. The driver was apprehended later, grievously wounded by multiple .22-caliber gunshot wounds but still breathing. In today’s litigious environment, a fully automatic weapon that spews rounds so enthusiastically would be a plaintiff’s attorney’s dream. In the 1970s, however, there apparently weren’t as many lawyers are there are today. HOW DOES IT RUN? Wow. Just wow. Loading the drums is just as big a hassle as I had anticipated; the American 180 does indeed burn through .22 LR ammo at a breathtaking rate. I sucked it up and bought 5,000 rounds for this project just so I wouldn’t feel the effects of ammo famine before I got done. Keeping bursts in the five-round range is not tough for a disciplined trigger finger, and New Math tells us that even the smaller drums would pack 35 such bursts in a single charge. Visualize the fully stoked American 180 like a 10-pound recoilless shotgun that carries 35 rounds onboard. When so employed, the American 180 is accurate and controllable, allowing you to keep every round within a standard silhouette at typical handgun ranges. Reaching out to 100 meters, the gun is more fun than a barrel of monkeys, particularly when fired into a wet target with a safe backstop. Each burst seems like the fistful of gravel we used to throw into the water when we were young boys, producing that lovely little coordinated splash around the point of aim. Against steel targets, the effect is positively musical. Much beyond 100 meters, the American 180 becomes an area weapon system. BAD-BREATH DISTANCES At bad-breath distances, the American 180 is just as nasty as the marketing literature claims it to be. The recoil is so trivial that you really could just about write your name with the thing. When firing a full magazine in a continuous burst from a proper rest, the tidy little gun will indeed group within about a teacup. Such antics will indeed put hair on your chest regardless of your gender, but you could die of old age trying to load enough drums to keep the process vibrant for a while. When appropriately maintained, the American 180 is a reliable and effective close-quarters weapon. With 275 rounds on board, the gun gets heavy, but it offers more controllable firepower than most anything else in the arms room. Given the dynamically rotating nature of the drum magazine and the unimpressive mechanical spunk of the .22 LR cartridge, the practicality of employing an American 180 in an austere field environment is questionable, however. PURE FUN The American 180 is one of the most novel and unusual combat weapons ever devised. For law enforcement or corrections applications, it indeed offers some unique capabilities. However, the real niche the American 180 enjoys is as a recreational range toy. Fairly easy to tote and all but recoilless, the American 180 lets you chew up the range like a beaver on crack. Loading drums will test your patience, and the gun’s appetite will earn you Christmas cards from your favorite ammo supplier. However, as a delightful way to kill a lazy Saturday afternoon at the range, the American 180 is indeed unparalleled. Lightweight, accurate for its genre and just crazy cool, the American 180 is 10 pounds of raw, unfiltered fun. AMERICAN 180 SPECS Caliber: .22 LR, .22 Short Magnum Barrel: 9 or 18.5 inches OA Length: 35.5 inches Weight: 5.7 pounds (empty) Stock: Polymer Sights: Front post, adjustable rear Action: Blowback-operated, full-auto Finish: Matte black Capacity: 165, 177, 220, 275 Rare Of Fire: 1,200 rpm



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