Calico M950
The Calico M-950 is a range of different weapons best classsified
by size as submachinegun. The weapon series is know for their large
capacity top mounted magazines. There is a 'Mini-submachinegun'
version with a retractable butt-stock, a 'Light' model with with a
solid butt-stock, and a 'Concealable' model with the barrel not
extending from the fore-end. Listed information is for
'Mini-Submachine' model. The weapon is selective fire and is
blowback operated. The weapon has a rate of fire of about 750
rounds per minute. The selector is on the fron edge of the trigger
guard.
There are similar civilan models of the weapon that are normally
classified as rifles. This model is know as the Calico Liberty. The
weapon has a longer barrel (16 inches) and are not fully automatic.
Specifications for Liberty rifle are listed in brackets [].
All versions use the same reciever and helical feed magazines. The
weapons stocks are made of polymer. The top mounted magazines are
available in either 50 or 100 rounds. The 100 round magazine
stretches over the end of the reciever.
Weight: 4.8 lbs (2.17 kg) empty [Liberty: 7 lbs (3.17 kg).]
Caliber: 9 mm Parabellum
Barrel Length: 13 inches (33.0 cm) [Liberty: 16.1 in. (40.6
cm).]
Full Length: 25.5 inches (64.7 cm) with stock retracted, 34.5
inches (83.5 cm) with stock extended. [Liberty: 34.5 in. (87.6
cm).]
Action: Fully Automatic [Liberty: Semi-Automatic.]
Mode of Fire: Blowback
Rate of Fire: 750 Rounds per minute
Range: 250 ft (76.2 m)
Magazine: 50 and 100 round magazines
Cost: $1000 [Liberty: $680.]
Made in: United States
Special: large capacity magazine and polymer frame
