Brügger & Thomet AG · Submachine-Gun · In Production · 2004
| Weight (empty) | 1400 g (49.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 523 mm (20.59") |
| Barrel Length | 130 mm (5.12") |
| Height | 210 mm (8.27") |
| Width | 47 mm (1.85") |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Action Type | Short Recoil Rotating Barrel |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 640 J (472 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
Primary Caliber: 9x19mm Parabellum
The Brügger & Thomet MP9 is a compact 9x19mm submachine gun developed and manufactured by Swiss firearms company B&T AG. Introduced in 2004, the MP9 represents a comprehensive redesign of the Austrian Steyr TMP, which B&T acquired in 2001 after Steyr discontinued production. Weighing just 1.4 kg empty, the MP9 achieves its lightweight profile through extensive use of advanced polymer composites, which constitute approximately 80% of the weapon's construction. The firearm employs a short-recoil, ...
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Designer: Steyr Mannlicher (TMP), Brügger & Thomet (MP9 redesign)