Fast Facts: Manufacturing of the Heckler & Koch MP5 began in 1966. Originally designed for use by the German Federal Police and Armed Special Forces, it is now being used by armed forces and law enforments in over 40 counties.
- Designers: Tilo Möller, Manfred Guhring, Georg Seidl, Helmut Baureuter
- Designed: 1964
- Type: Submachine Gun
- Length: 700 mm
- Place Of Origin: West Germany
- Cartridge: 9x19 (9mm), 10mm Auto, .40 S&W;
