Suomi KP/-31

Oy Tikkakoski Ab · Submachine-Gun · Discontinued · 1931

Weight (empty)4600 g (162.3 oz)
Overall Length870 mm (34.25")
Barrel Length314 mm (12.36")
Height255 mm (10.04")
Width55 mm (2.17")
Magazine Capacity70 rounds
Action TypeBlowback
Firing MechanismOpen Bolt
Muzzle Velocity396 m/s (1299 fps)
Muzzle Energy584 J (431 ft·lbf)
Effective Range200 m (219 yd)
Frame MaterialSteel

Primary Caliber: 9x19mm Parabellum

The Suomi KP/-31 is a Finnish-designed submachine gun chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, designed by Aimo Lahti and manufactured by Oy Tikkakoski Ab from 1931. Featuring a machined steel receiver, quick-change barrel, and an iconic 70-round drum magazine, the Suomi is widely regarded as one of the finest submachine guns of the Second World War and the benchmark that other WWII-era designs attempted to match. Its heavily built, milled receiver and lengthy 314mm barrel give it exceptional accuracy an...

Country of Origin: Finland

Designer: Aimo Lahti