Firearms

Erma Werke EMP (Erma Maschinenpistole)

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Production data from factory records and collector research. Year ranges are approximate for pre-1968 firearms.

Years	Serial Range	Count	Factory	Country	Confidence

Heinrich Vollmer's pre-war submachine gun produced by Erma. Influenced the MP38/40 that replaced it. Exported to Spain, France, and Yugoslavia. Distinctive wooden stock.

Type: Submachine Gun

Action: Blowback

Caliber: 9mm Luger

Capacity: 32

Year introduced: 1930, Germany

Weight: 128 oz

Overall length: 35.5"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: military