B&T MP9

Brügger & Thomet AG · Submachine-Gun · In Production · 2004

Weight (empty)1400 g (49.4 oz)
Overall Length523 mm (20.59")
Barrel Length130 mm (5.12")
Height210 mm (8.27")
Width47 mm (1.85")
Magazine Capacity30 rounds
Action TypeShort Recoil Rotating Barrel
Firing MechanismStriker Fired
Muzzle Velocity400 m/s (1312 fps)
Muzzle Energy640 J (472 ft·lbf)
Effective Range100 m (109 yd)
Frame MaterialPolymer

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)