Difference between revisions of "Mekanika Uru"
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[[File:Mekanika-Uru-Brazilian-SMG-Submachine-Gun-Folding-Stock-Model-Firearm-Wiki.jpg|frame|right|A Mekanika Uru. Specifically, one of the later folding stock models, as opposed to the fixed wire stock from the original version.]] | [[File:Mekanika-Uru-Brazilian-SMG-Submachine-Gun-Folding-Stock-Model-Firearm-Wiki.jpg|frame|right|A Mekanika Uru. Specifically, one of the later folding stock models, as opposed to the fixed wire stock from the original version.]] | ||
| − | The '''Mekanika Uru''' was a Brazilian [[submachine gun]] designed by Olympio Vieira de Mello, and manufactured by Brazilian gun maker [[Mekanika]] from 1977 to 1985. It is well-known for its simplicity and consists of only 17 main parts. It is named after a tropical bird of the same name. Approximately 10,000 units were made. | + | The '''Mekanika Uru''' was a Brazilian [[submachine gun]] designed by Olympio Vieira de Mello, and manufactured by Brazilian gun maker [[Mekanika Industria e Commercio]] from 1977 to 1985. It is well-known for its simplicity and consists of only 17 main parts. It is named after a tropical bird of the same name. Approximately 10,000 units were made in total across the several different models. |
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== Specifications == | == Specifications == | ||
| − | '''Caliber:''' 9mm and .38 ACP ( | + | '''Caliber:''' 9mm (wire and folding tube stocks) and .38 ACP (wood stock model?) |
'''Action:''' Blowback Operated, Open Bolt. | '''Action:''' Blowback Operated, Open Bolt. | ||
| − | '''Capacity/Magazine:''' | + | '''Capacity/Magazine:''' 30 Round Detachable Box Magazine. |
| − | '''Rate of Fire:''' ~750 rounds per minute on full-auto (gun is select fire and can be operated semi-auto). | + | '''Rate of Fire:''' ~750 rounds per minute on full-auto (gun is select fire and can be operated in semi-auto). |
'''Weight:''' 3 Kg (about 6.6 lbs). | '''Weight:''' 3 Kg (about 6.6 lbs). | ||
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'''Overall Length:''' 671mm (About 26.5 inches). | '''Overall Length:''' 671mm (About 26.5 inches). | ||
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| + | == Models / Variants == | ||
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| + | - Original / Wire Stock Model, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum. | ||
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| + | - Folding Stock Model, also chambered in 9mm Parabellum. | ||
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| + | - Wood Stock Model (only chambered in .38 ACP?) | ||
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| + | === Clones === | ||
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| + | ==== Saco Defense Model 683 ==== | ||
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| + | An American-made unlicensed clone of the Mekanika Uru, manufactured by [[SACO Defense]] and chambered in [[9x19mm Parabellum]] just like the original. They were apparently sued over this on copyright grounds and lost the case. | ||
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| + | This variant featured a carry handle and a retractable type of stock that would extend directly backward / forward. Similar in function to something like H&K's retractable stocks made for their MP5. | ||
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[[Category: Submachine Guns]] | [[Category: Submachine Guns]] | ||
Revision as of 01:29, 3 November 2019
The Mekanika Uru was a Brazilian submachine gun designed by Olympio Vieira de Mello, and manufactured by Brazilian gun maker Mekanika Industria e Commercio from 1977 to 1985. It is well-known for its simplicity and consists of only 17 main parts. It is named after a tropical bird of the same name. Approximately 10,000 units were made in total across the several different models.
Specifications
Caliber: 9mm (wire and folding tube stocks) and .38 ACP (wood stock model?)
Action: Blowback Operated, Open Bolt.
Capacity/Magazine: 30 Round Detachable Box Magazine.
Rate of Fire: ~750 rounds per minute on full-auto (gun is select fire and can be operated in semi-auto).
Weight: 3 Kg (about 6.6 lbs).
Barrel Length: 175mm (About 6.9 inches).
Overall Length: 671mm (About 26.5 inches).
Models / Variants
- Original / Wire Stock Model, chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum.
- Folding Stock Model, also chambered in 9mm Parabellum.
- Wood Stock Model (only chambered in .38 ACP?)
Clones
Saco Defense Model 683
An American-made unlicensed clone of the Mekanika Uru, manufactured by SACO Defense and chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum just like the original. They were apparently sued over this on copyright grounds and lost the case.
This variant featured a carry handle and a retractable type of stock that would extend directly backward / forward. Similar in function to something like H&K's retractable stocks made for their MP5.
