Haenel-produced StG 44, widely regarded as the first true assault rifle. The Sturmgewehr 44 combined the firepower of a submachine gun with the range of a rifle using an intermediate cartridge. Type: Rifle Action: Selective Fire Caliber: 7.92x33mm Kurz Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 1944, Germany Weight: 160 oz Overall length: 37" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Assault Rifle, Infantry Combat