MPi-69
Summary
| Country | 🇦🇹 Austria |
| Category | Submachine gun |
| Manufacturer | Steyr |
Technical specifications
| MPi-69 | |
|---|---|
| Fire Rate | 550 rounds/min. |
| Caliber | 9 x 19 mm Parabellum |
| Magazine | 25 - 32 rounds |
| Length | 670 mm (26.4 in) |
| Weight | 3.13 kg (6.9 lb) |
| Range | 100 m (328 ft) |
Description
The Steyr MPi 69 is a 9×19mm submachine gun developed by the Austrian firm Steyr in the late 20th century. In 1990, the MPi 81 variant was succeeded in the product line by the TMP, although the TMP was subsequently discontinued by Steyr.
Shaped similarly to other submachine guns utilizing a telescoping bolt, such as the MAC 10 or Uzi, the MPi 69 features a vertical pistol grip housing the magazine well and a forward horizontal grip area, and it is equipped with a folding stock. A notable design characteristic is the dual-purpose lever used for cocking the weapon, which also functions as the front sling attachment point. The forward handgrip and the vertical pistol handgrip are integrated into a single large plastic molding that forms the front and center bottom portion of the firearm. The receiver, a square metal tube, partly fits within this plastic grip assembly.
An improved version, the MPi 81, was introduced in 1981. This model incorporates a conventional cocking handle located on the left side of the receiver and other enhancements, including an increased rate of fire up to 700 rpm. A specialized "Loop Hole" model was also produced, designed for use as a port firing weapon. It was fitted with an AUG optic and a longer barrel with a fitting for a firing port.
The Steyr MPi 69 has been employed by Argentina, Austria, Greece, Saudi Arabia, and Tunisia.