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Calico M960

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Calico 960
Calico M960 on display
TypeSubmachine gun
Place of origin United States
Production history
DesignerCalico Light Weapons Systems
ManufacturerCalico Light Weapons Systems
Produced1990-
VariantsM960A (Non-Solid stock)
M960AS (Solid Stock)
Specifications
Mass2.17 kg (Empty)
Length835mm (Stock extended), 647mm (Stock retracted)
Barrel length330mm

Cartridge9x19mm Parabellum
ActionRoller-delayed blowback
Rate of fire750 rounds/min
Feed system50/100-round helical magazine
SightsIron sights, can have various sights mounted

The Calico M960 9 mm is a semi-automatic carbine (fully automatic versions are available to authorized law enforcement and military, or civilians with the proper Federal Firearms License), manufactured by Calico Light Weapons Systems. Its unique feature is its high-capacity, cylindrical, helical-feed magazine and retractable stock. This method allows magazine capacities of 50 and 100 rounds in a relatively small space, making it ideal for law enforcement and special operations units

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