US CARBINE CAL. 30 M1 “M1 Carbine”
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- Category: US Firearms
- Published: Wednesday, 01 May 2013 14:40
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| Nation: United States | |
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| Caliber: .30 carbine | |
| Capacity: 15 shot box mag | |
| Action: Semi-Auto Gas operated | |
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Mfg. by: Winchester, Inland, Underwood, Saginaw, and others Developed for rear echelon and support troops. Far from this purpose, the Carbine was widely used on the front lines from Normandy to the Pacific islands, prompting many to question it's effectiveness. |