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Calico M960A

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Calico M960A
TypeSubmachine gun
Place of origin United States
Production history
DesignerCalico Light Weapons Systems
ManufacturerCalico Light Weapons Systems
Specifications
Barrel length6 inches

Cartridge9×19mm Luger
Caliber9 mm
ActionRoller-delayed blowback
Rate of fire750 rpm [1]
Feed system50- or 100-round helical magazine
SightsIron sights, can have various sights mounted

The Calico M960A is an American selective fully automatic submachine gun (SMG) based on the Calico M950[citation needed] with the addition of an extending butt and a forward grip. It is chambered for the 9×19mm Luger which takes 50-round or 100-round helical magazine which fits on top of the rear of the receiver. The M960A was first produced in 1990, and its rate of fire is 750 rpm.

References

  1. ^ Hogg, Ian V. (2001). Submachine guns. London: Greenhill Books. p. 126. ISBN 1853674486. {{cite book}}: |access-date= requires |url= (help)