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Chropei, also spelled as Chropi (ΧΡΩΠΕΙ - Χρωματουργία Πειραιώς, Piraeus Dye Works) started designing weapons from 1930 for the Greek army, one of them is the Makrykano Submachine Gun. Makrykano M1943 designed in 1942-1943 and used by the Greek resistance, it was produced in low quantity due to lack of resources.

Makrykano M1943
Makrykano Submachine Gun
TypeSubmachine gun
Place of originKingdom of Greece
Service history
Used byGreece
WarsWorld War II
Production history
DesignerChropei staff
Designed1942
ManufacturerChropei
Produced1943
Specifications
Cartridge9x19mm
Caliber45 ACP or 9x19mm Parabellum
ActionStraight blowback, open bolt
Rate of fire400-500 rounds per minute
Effective firing range100 m (110 yd)
Feed systemdetachable box magazine, 30-round
SightsIron

The Makrykano M1943 is a submachine gun designed in 1942-1943 by the Greek chemical company Chropei and used by the Greek resistance organizations.



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References

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  • Hellenic Army Gen. Staff
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Category:World War II infantry weapons of Greece