Beretta M12
Overview
Beretta M12S
Left side view of Beretta M12S sub machine gun with stock in extended position.
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Brazil - Taurus
Indonesia - Pindad
Taurus MT-12 (Brazilian production M12S)
Pindad PM1 (Indonesian production M12)
Pindad PM1A1 (Indonesian production M12S)
Description
Introduction
The M12 is a sub machine gun of Italian origin. It was developed in the 1950's by Beretta. The M12 is a limited cost weapon that has proven to be a reliable design that performs well in wet and dusty environments.
Design
The M12 has a distinctive look with its tubular receiver and forward vertical grip. It is a blowback operated weapon that fires from the open bolt position. The weapon is entirely made out of metal, with the exception of the pistol grip and forward grip. A foldable tubular stock with swivelling butt plate is fitted and a wooden stock is optional.
Firepower
The M12 fires the 9x19mm round from 20, 32 or 40 round magazines. It is a select fire weapon with a cyclic rate of fire of 550 rpm. The maximum effective range is 150 to 200 meters.
Users
The first and foremost user of the M12 is Italy, where it is used by both military and law enforcement. The M12 has also been widely exported and is used in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and South America. Even though more capable designs exist the M12 remains popular for its reliablity, ease of use and low production cost.
Variants
Beretta M12S
Left side view of Beretta M12S sub machine gun with stock in extended position.
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Variants of the Beretta M12
The M12 is a sub machine gun that can be easily recognized by its tubular receiver and vertial forward grip. The M12 was produced in three variants. All three models are similar at a glance and have an identical performance.
Details
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