Improved FG 42 with a new pistol grip angle, improved bipod, and stamped metal components. Easier to manufacture than the 1st pattern. Still issued only to Fallschirmjäger (paratroopers). Type: Rifle Action: Gas-Operated Caliber: 7.92x57mm Mauser Capacity: 20 Year introduced: 1943, Germany Weight: 128 oz Overall length: 37" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military