CMP 9
Caracal International LLC · Submachine Gun · In Production · 2016
Also known as: CMP9
Overview
The Caracal CMP 9 is a 9x19mm submachine gun featuring an advanced blowback operating system with a bolt-over-barrel design for improved balance and recoil management. Built with 7075-T6 aluminum upper and lower receivers, the CMP 9 uses AR-style fire controls for familiar ergonomics while accepting widely available MP5-pattern magazines. The non-reciprocating ambidextrous charging handle and compact overall dimensions make it well-suited for close-quarters operations.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2250 g (79.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 436 mm (17.17") |
| Barrel Length | 229 mm (9.02") |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 596 J (440 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 200 m (219 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1800 m (1968 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Hard Anodized |
Calibers
- 9x19mm Parabellum · primary · 9mm NATO — also known as 9mm Luger, 9mm NATO, 9x19mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic, Full Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety Selector, Firing Pin Safety
- Features: Advanced Blowback System, Bolt Over Barrel Design, Non Reciprocating Charging Handle, Ambidextrous Controls, Ar Style Fire Controls, 7075 T6 Aluminum Receivers, Mp5 Magazine Compatible, Picatinny Rail Top, M Lok Handguard, Collapsible Stock
Variants
- CMP 9 SD — Suppressed
Service history
Operators
- United Arab Emirates Armed Forces
Production
Production years: 2016-present
Origin
Country of origin: United Arab Emirates
Notes
First introduced at SHOT Show 2016. The civilian semi-automatic version is available through Caracal USA. The military select-fire variant adds full-automatic capability. Also available with a 6-inch integrally suppressed barrel (SD variant). The 9-inch barrel provides significantly better velocity than typical SMG barrel lengths.
Background
The CMP 9 was designed to give Caracal a complete portfolio spanning from pistols to heavy sniper rifles. By combining MP5 magazine compatibility with AR-15 ergonomics, Caracal created a platform that would be immediately familiar to operators trained on either system-a pragmatic design philosophy for the diverse military and law enforcement customers in the Gulf region.