Draft:Makrykano M1943
Submachine gun
Chropei, also spelled as Chropi (ΧΡΩΠΕΙ - Χρωματουργία Πειραιώς, Piraeus Dye Works) started designing weapons from 1930 for the Greek army, one of them is the Makrykano Submachine Gun. Makrykano M1943 designed in 1942-1943 and used by the Greek resistance, it was produced in low quantity due to lack of resources.
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| Makrykano M1943 | |
|---|---|
 Makrykano Submachine Gun | |
| Type | Submachine gun |
| Place of origin | Kingdom of Greece |
| Service history | |
| Used by | Greece |
| Wars | World War II |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Chropei staff |
| Designed | 1942 |
| Manufacturer | Chropei |
| Produced | 1943 |
| Specifications | |
| Cartridge | 9x19mm |
| Caliber | 45 ACP or 9x19mm Parabellum |
| Action | Straight blowback, open bolt |
| Rate of fire | 400-500 rounds per minute |
| Effective firing range | 100 m (110 yd) |
| Feed system | detachable box magazine, 30-round |
| Sights | Iron |
The Makrykano M1943 is a submachine gun designed in 1942-1943 by the Greek chemical company Chropei and used by the Greek resistance organizations.
See also
References
- Hellenic Army Gen. Staff