Fallschirmjäger rifle combining the firepower of an LMG with the portability of a rifle. Selective fire, side-mounted magazine. Issued exclusively to Luftwaffe paratroopers. Two distinct patterns produced. Type: Rifle Action: Gas-Operated Caliber: 7.92x57mm Mauser Capacity: 20 Year introduced: 1942, Germany Weight: 128 oz Overall length: 37" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military