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Steyr MPi-69


MPi-81


Overview


MPi-69

Right side view of Steyr MPi-69 sub machine gun with stock in extended position.
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Origin
Austria
Type
Sub machine gun
Entered service
Early 1970's
Status
Limited service
Development
1967 - 1969
Developer
Austria - Steyr
Production
1971 - 1990
Producer
Austria - Steyr
Number produced
Many thousands (estimate)
Designations
MPi-69 / Machinenpistole 69
German for "machine pistol 69"
Notable users
Austria
Saudi Arabia

Variants


MPi-69

Original and most common production model. The forward sling mounting point doubles as the charging handle.

MPi-81

Updated production model. Features a more conventional charging handle. The rate of fire is increased to 700 rpm using a lighter bolt.

MPi-81 FPW

Firing port weapon with longer barrel with mounting mechanism for using in armored vehicles. Also features a Steyr AUG style optical sight.

Details


Facts MPi-69 MPi-81
General
Origin
Austria
Type
Sub machine gun
Caliber
Caliber
9x19mm Parabellum
Feed system
25 or 32 round magazine
Barrel length
260 mm
Rifling
4 grooves, right hand twist
Muzzle velocity
381 m/s
Operation
Action
Blowback operated
Locking
None
Fire selector
0 - 1 - F
Rate of fire
550 rpm
Dimensions
Stock type
Retractable
Length
670 mm stock extended
465 mm stock retracted
Weight
3.13 kg empty
3.43 kg with 25 round magazine
3.55 kg with 32 round magazine
Sights
Mechanical
Blade front and flip aperture rear
Sight radius
326 mm

Media


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