The StG 44 under its development designation "MP43" — identical weapon, named MP43 to deceive Hitler who had forbidden development of a new rifle. Hitler renamed it Sturmgewehr 44 after seeing it in action. Type: Rifle Action: Gas-Operated Caliber: 7.92x33mm Kurz Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 1943, Germany Weight: 128 oz Overall length: 37" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: military