Howell automatic rifle
 | This article relies largely or entirely on a single source. (June 2010) |
| Howell semi automatic rifle | |
|---|---|
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| Type | Semi automatic rifle |
| Place of origin | United Kingdom |
| Service history | |
| Used by | United Kingdom |
| Wars | World War 1 World War 2 |
| Production history | |
| Produced | 1915 |
| Specifications | |
| Cartridge | .303 British |
| Action | Gas-operation |
| Rate of fire | Semi automatic |
| Feed system | 10 / 20 round box magazine |
| Sights | Iron |
The Howell Automatic Rifle is a semi automatic conversion of the Lee–Enfield rifle.[1] The weapon was reliable but unergonomic for the user as the force of the recoiling bolt interfered with handling. Similar conversions were the South African Rieder and Charlton of New Zealand origin which had full automatic capability.
See also
References
- ^ Special Service Lee Enfields: Commando and Auto Models by Ian Skennerton. Published by Ian D Skennerton, PO Box 80, Labrador 4215, Australia, 2001. ISBN 0-949749-37-0. Paperback, 48 pp, 50 plus b & w drawings and photos, 210 x 274 mm
