The Calico M960A is an American selective-fire submachine gun (SMG) based on the Calico M950[citation needed] with the addition of an extending butt and a forward grip. It is chambered for the 9×19mm Luger which takes 50-round or 100-round helical magazine which fits on top of the rear of the receiver. The M960A was first produced in 1990, and its rate of fire is 750 rpm.

Calico M960A
TypeSubmachine gun
Place of originUnited States
Production history
DesignerCalico Light Weapons Systems
ManufacturerCalico Light Weapons Systems
Specifications
Mass2.17kg (empty); 2.92kg (with a fully loaded 100 round helical magazine)
Length835mm (extended); 647mm (retracted)
Barrel length6 inches (157mm)

Cartridge9×19mm Luger
Caliber9 mm
ActionRoller-delayed blowback
Rate of fire750 rpm [1]
Muzzle velocity390 m/s
Effective firing range50 m
Maximum firing range100 m
Feed system50- or 100-round helical magazine
SightsIron sights, can have various sights mounted

References

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  1. ^ Hogg, Ian V. (2001). Submachine guns. London: Greenhill Books. p. 126. ISBN 1853674486.