GSG MP40 .22lr HV - Semi-automatic rifle

The German Sport Guns GmbH is a German firearms manufacturer that specializes in the production and distribution of sporting and recreational firearms. German Sport Guns, also known by the abbreviation GSG, manufactures various types of firearms, including .22 caliber pistols, .22 caliber rifles, semi-automatic rifles, and various firearm accessories. The firearms from German Sport Guns are characterized primarily by innovative ideas as well as a commitment to high quality and reliability. Since the founding of GSG in 2002, GSG has established itself as one of the leading manufacturers of .22 caliber firearms in international markets. Historical firearm replicas, such as the Colt 1911, MP40, and StG44, are among the most popular products of GSG.

The GSG MP40 in .22 caliber is a semi-automatic rifle that pays homage to the legendary MP 40 - one of the most famous submachine guns in the world. The GSG MP 40 is known for its astonishing historical resemblance to the original rifle, although it uses the smaller .22 Long Rifle cartridge.

The .22 caliber MP40 rifle consists of a housing made of steel and zinc die-cast. With a barrel length of 10 inches and a weight of 3.2 kg, it is a relatively lightweight and handy rifle. The semi-automatic weapon is visually and ergonomically almost indistinguishable from the original MP 40 submachine gun. A notable difference is the .22 caliber, a popular rimfire cartridge known for its low recoil, affordability, and wide availability. The .22 caliber ammunition provides a pleasant shooting experience and is therefore suitable for beginners, plinking, and target shooting. The low price of the .22 LR cartridge allows for extended training sessions without driving costs to exorbitant levels.

The GSG MP40 is a .22 caliber semi-automatic rifle, meaning it fires one shot per trigger pull. The .22 caliber repeating rifle offers you a 10-round magazine that perfectly rounds off the authentic look. A 23-round magazine can be purchased additionally. Aiming is done through open sights consisting of a rear sight and front sight. The sighting system consists of a fixed and a folding rear sight. With the included Allen key, the sight can be loosened by unscrewing the M3 set screw and adjusted left or right. Four additional interchangeable front sights of different heights are included with the rifle. The trigger is a single-action trigger with a trigger weight of 3.2 kg. The buttstock is a folding stock, just like the original.

To ensure smooth and safe operation of the .22 caliber rifle, it is necessary to use .22 caliber ammunition with an extra strong load. Such .22 LR ammunition is referred to as "HV," which stands for High Velocity. The higher speed of the .22 LR HV ammunition ensures that the projectile has greater kinetic energy, leading to improved ballistic performance. This positively affects the precision, trajectory, and penetration power of the projectile.

The GSG MP40 is classified as a semi-automatic for sport shooters, as the original weapon was introduced before September 2, 1945. The .22 LR rifle can therefore be purchased by sport shooters with a pre-entry in the green firearm ownership card (WBK). For hunters, on the other hand, acquisition with a valid annual hunting license is quite normal.