Sturmgewehr 44 ( StG - 44 ) , Synonymous With The Machine Gun Waffen - SS !
Sturmgewehr - 44 ( call by the Waffen - SS ) or Maschinengewehr - 43 ( call by Heer )
A soldier with Sturmgewehr - 44 in the battle of Berlin ( 1945)
Sniper in a workout using Sturmgewehr - 44 which has been equipped with binoculars
Various variants Sturmgewehr - 44
Generalfeldmarschall Albert Kesselring try efficacy Sturmgewehr - 44 with other Wehrmacht officers
The bodies of German soldiers in camouflage uniforms with snow beside Sturmgewehr - 44
StG 44 ( Sturmgewehr 44 or " assault rifle model of 1944 " ) is a type of rifle serbuy developed by Nazi Germany during World War II and is the first of its kind in its class produced , developed and deployed en masse. This machine gun was also mentioned by many historians as the first modern assault rifle in the world . In addition to the above names , this weapon also known as MP - 43 and MP - 44 ( Maschinenpictole Maschinenpistole 43 and 44 ) , which is a continuation of the type name of the machine gun previously used by the Nazi soldiers .
MP43 , MP44 , and StG44 gun is almost similar , with slight differences in the production and creation time . All three developed from Mkb 42 ( H ) . This name differences exist due to the complexity of naming weapons in Nazi era Germany . ' StG ' is an abbreviation of Sturmgewehr ( assault rifle , assault rifle ) , which combines the properties carbine , submachine gun and automatic rifle . After wearing StG44 , the term became commonplace to describe the type of weapon like this .
This rifle wears a bullet 7.92 x 33 mm , which is also known as 7.92 mm Kurz ( means ' short ' ) . This bullet is a modification of the standard bullet of 7.92 × 57 mm Mauser . Through a combination of the selective - fire capability , this weapon produces bursts of submachine gun level , with accuracy and power level K98 Mauser rifle at close range . Even so , StG44 has range and lower power than the rifles of the era . The character following the results of a study that used by the Wehrmacht at the time , namely that almost all of the fighting going on at a distance less than 300 meters and a majority of less than 200 meters . Another rifle was considered too great strength. Weapons StG44 succeeded in proving its superiority on the Eastern Front as it is widely used and considered better than any other rifle at the time.
Before taking the name MP44 or Stg 44 , he bears the name of the 43.Senapan Maschinenkarabiner not initially unveiled by Hitler before the showed the action on Front Timur.Setelah shows kehebatanya , Maschinenkarabiner was inaugurated by Hitler in 1943 and changed its name to MP43 and MP44 or later Stg 44 . actually use MP44 is a " stealth " in case Hitler would not be pleased with such weapons . Nazi armed forces who received these weapons is the first time , the SS Schutzstaffel . This weapon was a favorite British SAS when they run out of bullets or Brengun.Senjata Sten is also to be a " Light Support Weapon " for SAS Brengun when they run out .
Sturmgewehr is actually a gift from Joseph Goebbels name . The name was chosen as part of the propaganda he was created . The name means " Storm Rifle " used to ' storm a bunker ' . But here there is a difference between the Wehrmacht and the use of the name of the Waffen - SS . German Armed Forces party chose to use the name of the MP - 44 ( Machinenpistole 44 ) while the Waffen - SS is more interested in adopting the name StG - 44 is more audible gahar . I think it would be wise to call it a StG - 44 , this assault rifle is more remembering a lot of experience in the field with the Waffen- SS personnel rather than in the hands of the Wehrmacht . And if you look further , this assault rifle is designed for the purposes of the Wehrmacht .
Receiver StG - 44 is made by heavy stamped and welded steel . The technique is also adopted in the manufacture of MP - 40 and MG - 42 . The impact of the use , StG - 44 assault rifle into the toughest ever. Again, the back cover by chatter Goebbels who said StG - 44 is designed for the sons of mighty Germany , hence the weight problem is not the scourge of the German soldiers !
Actually this was the birth of the assault rifle was rejected outright by Hitler , like a bastard child , StG - 44 at all should not be in use by the German AB and Party Militia . But through hard work some Wehrmacht officers who smuggle StG - 44 to various units on the eastern front , then out the testimonies of the StG - 44 that reached the ears of Hitler . Which is essentially the performance of the new rifle is remarkable and totally reliable ability on the battlefield . Hear it straight Führer wanted to try the ability StG - 44 . Witnessed by several officers of the Wehrmacht , the Waffen - SS and high-ranking party , Hitler did a test shoot using the StG - 44 directly from its resting place in Bavaria . The result ? Officially Führer immediately gave the green light to the Wehrmacht and Waffen - SS to quickly adopt the latest German assault rifles . However, it should be remembered also that which catapulted the name Sturmgewehr 44 is none other than his own Waffen - SS . through their elite divisions , Sturmgewehr 44 reached its golden age until the red forces stormed Berlin collapsed in 1945 .
Almost as much as 425.977 shoots StG - 44 was created during World War II . Sweetheart same fate with killing machines Aryans others . StG - 44 late entry period of service operation . Only a few of the StG - 44 to reach the front line . Many of the German soldiers who did not get the loot . Because the German supply line already mastered many of his enemies .
But the struggle StG - 44 does not stop there. In later years when Germany has begun pressed and ground water has been entered by the Red Army in '45 , StG - 44 again showed its fangs .
Many heavy fighting in the Battle of Berlin are acted by StG - 44 .
His prowess did not stop there . The goods ' magic ' German that appears at the end of the war one by one starting at adoption . Such as infrared devices used to see at night ; Zielgerat 1229 Vampyr . Such objects are often fitted on the StG - 44 to fight the Red Army during the night . Ambush tactics often do the ' Berlin Defender ' is armed with StG - 44 Vampyr plus Zielgerat 1229 . Their toughness and tenacity in defending Berlin was often mentioned by the Red Army as a praiseworthy resistance . It is apparently very valuable for the ' Berlin Defender ' . Given the very rare Red Army praised the toughness of Germany in World War II ( compare with the Allies sentences like asking a barrage of compliments about the German military toughness ) .
In spite of it all , StG - 44 is a masterpiece . His presence inspired many other countries to compete to mimic their own version .
Regarding specifications StG - 44 itself is as follows :
Type : Assault rifle
Weight : 5.22 kg ( 11.5 lb )
Length : 940 mm ( 37 inches )
Barrel length : 419 mm ( 16.5 inches )
Cartridge : 7.92 x33mm Kurz Action Gas - operated , tilting bolt
Rate of fire : 500-600 rounds / min
Muzzle velocity : 685 m / s ( 2,247 ft / s )
Effective range : 300 m
Feed system : 30 - round detachable box magazine
Period of operation : July 1944 - May 1945 ( used by Nazi Germany . Then after World War II ended well used and modified by many other countries )
Year of design : 1942
Author : C.G. Haenel Waffen und Fahrradfabrik , CITEFA
Start of production : October 1943
Number of total production : 425 977 shoots
One of the interesting stories associated with this weapon is what I found in www.forum.darwincentral.org , which is the personal experience of one of the forum members go jump his grandfather in World War II . Details are as follows :
" In my job , I teach many young military members . More recently , in a conversation with one of them about firearms ( where the young man is an expert in such matters ) , he tells an interesting story .
His father was one of the very few owners of the German assault rifle StG - 44 German original of the war !
Anyway , the father of the young man receiving it from his father's legendary weapon , along with three magazines . The gun was in mint condition , and very safely stored . His grandfather had seized the arms of a German officer he killed in the final stages of the war , along with several other objects . He brought the machine guns back as trophies of war after filling all the requirements and the necessary forms so that he can keep it ( in 1945 ) . The weapon is still fully operational , and will obviously of great value now when sold . But he was determined , however such weapons will never be offered for sale . He said that he would never sell it , even though over the years the family has received a number of favorable bids , one of which comes from the museum 's arsenal Springfield .
mighty is , after the grandfather returned to the United States and noted the name of the German officer who was killed in his hand , and then find out the identity of the enemy .
It was his own cousin ...
Although it has become common knowledge that the StG - 44 was later adopted by the Soviet machine gun AK - 47 , but there is also denied . The reason is because they are different bullets fired . AK - 47 uses 7.62x39mm bullets , and while StG - 44 7.92x33mm . Furthermore , the Kalashnikov ( the legendary creator of the AK-47 ) using the locking lug design of the M1 Garand , while the trigger and the safety made by John M. Browning . Lastly, AK using a rotating - bolt system while StG tilting - bolt . So , there are some subtle differences between these two types of weapons .
But those who say that the AK - 47 was clearly copied from StG - 44 was revealed two irrefutable evidence :
1 ) the overall design and shape of the sword is very similar . In fact , people who do not know much about the ins and outs of the history of the weapon often misidentified StG - 44 to AK - 47 .
2 ) Hugo Schmeisser , the person who designed the StG - 44 , was captured by the Russians in 1945 and forced to work on the design of their latest weapons . Schmeisser was not allowed to return home until 1952. Past seven years living in the Soviet Union Schmeisser fits right with what is touted as the future development of the AK- 47 .
Kalashnikov ( who is still alive as of this writing ) , denies to this day that he copied StG - 44 . And in a literal sense , he was right . There are significant differences . On the other hand , there are also similarities that are identical in terms of shape , even for someone who knows little about guns .
My personal view : Kalashnikov should get its own credit because he has enhanced significantly the ability of the German StG - 44 . But if he could create the legendary weapon ( AK - 47 ) if Germany did not create the StG - 44 ? It is doubtful !
Fair enough really. Unless you want to worry about the technical specifications of the exact level of the firearm is the same , the power hitting almost the same round , the accuracy is the same . No doubt with the STG - 44 is more refined engineered Kalashnikov but what emerges is a simplified manufacturing techniques that allow most of the parts to be stamped allow mass production machine for the money .
Source: www.gamexeon.com
Sturmgewehr - 44 ( call by the Waffen - SS ) or Maschinengewehr - 43 ( call by Heer )
A soldier with Sturmgewehr - 44 in the battle of Berlin ( 1945)
Sniper in a workout using Sturmgewehr - 44 which has been equipped with binoculars
Various variants Sturmgewehr - 44
Generalfeldmarschall Albert Kesselring try efficacy Sturmgewehr - 44 with other Wehrmacht officers
The bodies of German soldiers in camouflage uniforms with snow beside Sturmgewehr - 44
StG 44 ( Sturmgewehr 44 or " assault rifle model of 1944 " ) is a type of rifle serbuy developed by Nazi Germany during World War II and is the first of its kind in its class produced , developed and deployed en masse. This machine gun was also mentioned by many historians as the first modern assault rifle in the world . In addition to the above names , this weapon also known as MP - 43 and MP - 44 ( Maschinenpictole Maschinenpistole 43 and 44 ) , which is a continuation of the type name of the machine gun previously used by the Nazi soldiers .
MP43 , MP44 , and StG44 gun is almost similar , with slight differences in the production and creation time . All three developed from Mkb 42 ( H ) . This name differences exist due to the complexity of naming weapons in Nazi era Germany . ' StG ' is an abbreviation of Sturmgewehr ( assault rifle , assault rifle ) , which combines the properties carbine , submachine gun and automatic rifle . After wearing StG44 , the term became commonplace to describe the type of weapon like this .
This rifle wears a bullet 7.92 x 33 mm , which is also known as 7.92 mm Kurz ( means ' short ' ) . This bullet is a modification of the standard bullet of 7.92 × 57 mm Mauser . Through a combination of the selective - fire capability , this weapon produces bursts of submachine gun level , with accuracy and power level K98 Mauser rifle at close range . Even so , StG44 has range and lower power than the rifles of the era . The character following the results of a study that used by the Wehrmacht at the time , namely that almost all of the fighting going on at a distance less than 300 meters and a majority of less than 200 meters . Another rifle was considered too great strength. Weapons StG44 succeeded in proving its superiority on the Eastern Front as it is widely used and considered better than any other rifle at the time.
Before taking the name MP44 or Stg 44 , he bears the name of the 43.Senapan Maschinenkarabiner not initially unveiled by Hitler before the showed the action on Front Timur.Setelah shows kehebatanya , Maschinenkarabiner was inaugurated by Hitler in 1943 and changed its name to MP43 and MP44 or later Stg 44 . actually use MP44 is a " stealth " in case Hitler would not be pleased with such weapons . Nazi armed forces who received these weapons is the first time , the SS Schutzstaffel . This weapon was a favorite British SAS when they run out of bullets or Brengun.Senjata Sten is also to be a " Light Support Weapon " for SAS Brengun when they run out .
Sturmgewehr is actually a gift from Joseph Goebbels name . The name was chosen as part of the propaganda he was created . The name means " Storm Rifle " used to ' storm a bunker ' . But here there is a difference between the Wehrmacht and the use of the name of the Waffen - SS . German Armed Forces party chose to use the name of the MP - 44 ( Machinenpistole 44 ) while the Waffen - SS is more interested in adopting the name StG - 44 is more audible gahar . I think it would be wise to call it a StG - 44 , this assault rifle is more remembering a lot of experience in the field with the Waffen- SS personnel rather than in the hands of the Wehrmacht . And if you look further , this assault rifle is designed for the purposes of the Wehrmacht .
Receiver StG - 44 is made by heavy stamped and welded steel . The technique is also adopted in the manufacture of MP - 40 and MG - 42 . The impact of the use , StG - 44 assault rifle into the toughest ever. Again, the back cover by chatter Goebbels who said StG - 44 is designed for the sons of mighty Germany , hence the weight problem is not the scourge of the German soldiers !
Actually this was the birth of the assault rifle was rejected outright by Hitler , like a bastard child , StG - 44 at all should not be in use by the German AB and Party Militia . But through hard work some Wehrmacht officers who smuggle StG - 44 to various units on the eastern front , then out the testimonies of the StG - 44 that reached the ears of Hitler . Which is essentially the performance of the new rifle is remarkable and totally reliable ability on the battlefield . Hear it straight Führer wanted to try the ability StG - 44 . Witnessed by several officers of the Wehrmacht , the Waffen - SS and high-ranking party , Hitler did a test shoot using the StG - 44 directly from its resting place in Bavaria . The result ? Officially Führer immediately gave the green light to the Wehrmacht and Waffen - SS to quickly adopt the latest German assault rifles . However, it should be remembered also that which catapulted the name Sturmgewehr 44 is none other than his own Waffen - SS . through their elite divisions , Sturmgewehr 44 reached its golden age until the red forces stormed Berlin collapsed in 1945 .
Almost as much as 425.977 shoots StG - 44 was created during World War II . Sweetheart same fate with killing machines Aryans others . StG - 44 late entry period of service operation . Only a few of the StG - 44 to reach the front line . Many of the German soldiers who did not get the loot . Because the German supply line already mastered many of his enemies .
But the struggle StG - 44 does not stop there. In later years when Germany has begun pressed and ground water has been entered by the Red Army in '45 , StG - 44 again showed its fangs .
Many heavy fighting in the Battle of Berlin are acted by StG - 44 .
His prowess did not stop there . The goods ' magic ' German that appears at the end of the war one by one starting at adoption . Such as infrared devices used to see at night ; Zielgerat 1229 Vampyr . Such objects are often fitted on the StG - 44 to fight the Red Army during the night . Ambush tactics often do the ' Berlin Defender ' is armed with StG - 44 Vampyr plus Zielgerat 1229 . Their toughness and tenacity in defending Berlin was often mentioned by the Red Army as a praiseworthy resistance . It is apparently very valuable for the ' Berlin Defender ' . Given the very rare Red Army praised the toughness of Germany in World War II ( compare with the Allies sentences like asking a barrage of compliments about the German military toughness ) .
In spite of it all , StG - 44 is a masterpiece . His presence inspired many other countries to compete to mimic their own version .
Regarding specifications StG - 44 itself is as follows :
Type : Assault rifle
Weight : 5.22 kg ( 11.5 lb )
Length : 940 mm ( 37 inches )
Barrel length : 419 mm ( 16.5 inches )
Cartridge : 7.92 x33mm Kurz Action Gas - operated , tilting bolt
Rate of fire : 500-600 rounds / min
Muzzle velocity : 685 m / s ( 2,247 ft / s )
Effective range : 300 m
Feed system : 30 - round detachable box magazine
Period of operation : July 1944 - May 1945 ( used by Nazi Germany . Then after World War II ended well used and modified by many other countries )
Year of design : 1942
Author : C.G. Haenel Waffen und Fahrradfabrik , CITEFA
Start of production : October 1943
Number of total production : 425 977 shoots
One of the interesting stories associated with this weapon is what I found in www.forum.darwincentral.org , which is the personal experience of one of the forum members go jump his grandfather in World War II . Details are as follows :
" In my job , I teach many young military members . More recently , in a conversation with one of them about firearms ( where the young man is an expert in such matters ) , he tells an interesting story .
His father was one of the very few owners of the German assault rifle StG - 44 German original of the war !
Anyway , the father of the young man receiving it from his father's legendary weapon , along with three magazines . The gun was in mint condition , and very safely stored . His grandfather had seized the arms of a German officer he killed in the final stages of the war , along with several other objects . He brought the machine guns back as trophies of war after filling all the requirements and the necessary forms so that he can keep it ( in 1945 ) . The weapon is still fully operational , and will obviously of great value now when sold . But he was determined , however such weapons will never be offered for sale . He said that he would never sell it , even though over the years the family has received a number of favorable bids , one of which comes from the museum 's arsenal Springfield .
mighty is , after the grandfather returned to the United States and noted the name of the German officer who was killed in his hand , and then find out the identity of the enemy .
It was his own cousin ...
Although it has become common knowledge that the StG - 44 was later adopted by the Soviet machine gun AK - 47 , but there is also denied . The reason is because they are different bullets fired . AK - 47 uses 7.62x39mm bullets , and while StG - 44 7.92x33mm . Furthermore , the Kalashnikov ( the legendary creator of the AK-47 ) using the locking lug design of the M1 Garand , while the trigger and the safety made by John M. Browning . Lastly, AK using a rotating - bolt system while StG tilting - bolt . So , there are some subtle differences between these two types of weapons .
But those who say that the AK - 47 was clearly copied from StG - 44 was revealed two irrefutable evidence :
1 ) the overall design and shape of the sword is very similar . In fact , people who do not know much about the ins and outs of the history of the weapon often misidentified StG - 44 to AK - 47 .
2 ) Hugo Schmeisser , the person who designed the StG - 44 , was captured by the Russians in 1945 and forced to work on the design of their latest weapons . Schmeisser was not allowed to return home until 1952. Past seven years living in the Soviet Union Schmeisser fits right with what is touted as the future development of the AK- 47 .
Kalashnikov ( who is still alive as of this writing ) , denies to this day that he copied StG - 44 . And in a literal sense , he was right . There are significant differences . On the other hand , there are also similarities that are identical in terms of shape , even for someone who knows little about guns .
My personal view : Kalashnikov should get its own credit because he has enhanced significantly the ability of the German StG - 44 . But if he could create the legendary weapon ( AK - 47 ) if Germany did not create the StG - 44 ? It is doubtful !
Fair enough really. Unless you want to worry about the technical specifications of the exact level of the firearm is the same , the power hitting almost the same round , the accuracy is the same . No doubt with the STG - 44 is more refined engineered Kalashnikov but what emerges is a simplified manufacturing techniques that allow most of the parts to be stamped allow mass production machine for the money .
Source: www.gamexeon.com