Inland-produced M1A1 paratrooper variant of the M1 Carbine featuring a folding wire stock designed for airborne troops. Inland was the primary producer of the M1A1 configuration. Type: Carbine Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 30 Carbine Capacity: 15 Year introduced: 1942, USA Weight: 58 oz Overall length: 35.65" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Carbine, Airborne Infantry