PM md. 96
Fabrica de Arme Cugir · Submachine Gun · In Service · 1996
Also known as: RATMIL Model 96, Pistol Mitraliera model 1996, PM md. 1996
Overview
The PM md. 96 (RATMIL Model 96) is a Romanian 9x19mm submachine gun produced by RomArm at the Cugir works. A simple open-bolt blowback weapon firing in single shots or full automatic, it uses a stamped-steel receiver, a side-folding metal stock and an AK-pattern safety and fire-selector lever, with a short slotted barrel jacket and muzzle compensator.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 2700 g (95.2 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 3100 g (109.3 oz) |
| Overall Length | 650 mm (25.59") |
| Folded Length | 427 mm (16.81") |
| Barrel Length | 180 mm (7.09") |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Open Bolt |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 380 m/s (1247 fps) |
| Effective Range | 150 m (164 yd) |
| Rate of Fire | 850 rpm |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Steel |
| Finish | Blued |
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 Lever
- Features: Stamped Steel Receiver, Side Folding Metal Stock, Muzzle Compensator, Ak Pattern Selector, Polymer Furniture, Open Bolt Operation
Service history
Operators
- Romanian Armed Forces
Production
Production years: 1996-present
Produced by RomArm / Uzinele Mecanice Cugir
Origin
Country of origin: Romania
Notes
Styled after the Kalashnikov family for ergonomic familiarity but mechanically a basic blowback SMG. Marketed for export and security use; sometimes listed under the RATMIL trade name.
Background
Romania's answer to a cheap modern submachine gun wrapped its simple blowback action in Kalashnikov-style controls so AK-trained soldiers and guards could pick it up with no retraining.