Kpist m/45C
Carl Gustafs Stads Gevärsfaktori · Submachine Gun · Discontinued · 1948
Also known as: Carl Gustaf m/45C, Kulsprutepistol m/45C, Swedish-K
Overview
The Kpist m/45C is a bayonet-equipped ceremonial variant of Sweden's Carl Gustaf m/45B submachine gun, internationally known as the Swedish-K. Like the m/45B, it is chambered in 9x19mm and fires from an open bolt by simple blowback, retaining the fixed 36-round magazine well, tubular folding stock, and perforated barrel jacket of the standard weapon. The distinguishing feature of the m/45C is the addition of a bayonet mount, allowing it to carry a bayonet for guard duties, drill, and formal ceremonial occasions.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3430 g (121.0 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 4200 g (148.2 oz) |
| Overall Length | 806 mm (31.73") |
| Folded Length | 552 mm (21.73") |
| Barrel Length | 213 mm (8.39") |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Open Bolt |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 36 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 410 m/s (1345 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 626 J (462 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 200 m (219 yd) |
| Rate of Fire | 600 rpm |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 250 mm (9.84") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Steel |
| Finish | Phosphate |
Calibers
- 9x19mm Parabellum · primary · 9mm NATO — also known as 9mm Luger, 9mm NATO, 9x19mm
Features
- Firing modes: Full Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Bolt Locking Safety Slot
- Features: Open Bolt, Folding Tubular Stock, Perforated Barrel Shroud, Fixed Magazine Well, Bayonet Mount, Double Column Double Feed Magazine
Variants
- Carl Gustaf m/45 - Original Model
- Carl Gustaf m/45B - Improved Model
Base model
Service history
Operators
- Swedish Armed Forces · adopted 1945 · as Kulsprutepistol m/45
Production
Production years: 1948-1965
Produced as a minor variant within total m/45 production of roughly 300,000 units across all versions
Origin
Country of origin: Sweden
Discontinued: 1965
Notes
The m/45C differs from the standard m/45B principally in its bayonet-mount fitting; mechanical and ballistic specifications are otherwise shared with the m/45B. Sweden's m/45 family also included the select-fire m/45D adapted for police use with a riot-helmet-friendly stock.
Background
Fitted with a bayonet mount the standard combat m/45 lacked, the m/45C was the version Swedish soldiers presented at the shoulder for guard duty and parade — the ceremonial face of the workmanlike Swedish-K.