Specifications

Weapon type:

Submachine gun

Weight:

4.8 kg (10.6 lb)

Calibre & Catrige:

.45 ACP (11.43x23mm)

Effective range:

150 m

Rate of fire:

700 rpm

Designed:

1917-1920

Designer:

John T. Thompson

Number produced:

2.000.000

Action:

Blowback, Blish Lock

In service:

1938-present

Muzzle velocity:

285 m/s

The Thompson submachine gun is an American gun, invented by John T. Thompson in 1918, that became infamous during the Prohibition era. It was a common sight in the media of the time, being used by both law enforcement officers and criminals.

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