The first practical submachine gun, developed by Hugo Schmeisser and fielded at the end of WWI. Saw limited WWII use in second-line units and was influential on virtually every SMG that followed. Type: Submachine Gun Action: Automatic Caliber: 9mm Capacity: 32 Year introduced: 1918, Germany Weight: 194.4 oz Overall length: 32.3" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Trench Warfare, Close Quarters