Specifications

Weapon type:

Submachine gun

Weight:

2.7 kg (5.9 lbs)

Calibre:

9x19mm Parabellum

Effective range:

200 m (219 yd)

Rate of fire:

550 rounds per minute

Designed:

1944

Designer:

George William Patchett

Manufacturer:

Sterling Armaments Company

Number produced:

Over 400,000

Action:

Blowback-operated, select-fire

In service:

1953-1994 (British Armed Forces)

Muzzle velocity:

390 m/s (1,280 ft/s)

Bullets:

124 grain FMJ historical military load, also in modern reproduction

Capacity:

34-round detachable box magazine

The Sterling submachine gun is a classic British firearm that served the UK armed forces for over four decades. Its distinctive side-mounted magazine and skeleton stock make it instantly recognisable to military enthusiasts.

Known for exceptional reliability in adverse conditions, the Sterling operates smoothly even when exposed to dirt, sand, and moisture. Its controllable recoil and reasonable rate of fire make it a pleasure to shoot for both beginners and experienced shooters alike.

Experience a piece of British military history with this iconic submachine gun that featured in countless conflicts and classic films.

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