M3A1 submachine guns were retired from U.S. frontline service after 1959, but continued to be issued, for example as backup weapons for armored vehicle crews as late as the Gulf War (1990–1991).

Oct 16, 2024 · PICATINNY ARSENAL, N.J. - The Army just completed its final fielding of the Multi-Role Anti-Armor Anti-Personnel Weapon System (MAAWS), which includes the newer M3A1 and legacy …

Feedback from these actions led to improvements incorporated in the M3A1, which began production in May 1942, including the addition of a gyro stabilizer for the 37mm main gun and a power traverse for …

Here's a look at the M3/M3A1 'Grease Gun,' a .45 ACP full-auto submachine gun that delivered for the United States and its allies.

SA/M3-A1's (with new improved design) in full production! We are now accepting orders. A faithful re-creation of the venerable M3-A1, using several USGI parts. The pistol version includes an 8 inch …

Nov 28, 2020 · Watch this "At The Range" video segment above to see American Rifleman Field Editor Martin K.A. Morgan shoot a World War II-era M3A1 "Grease Gun" submachine gun chambered in …

The M3A1 is an improved, simplified variant of the M3. The low cyclical rate of fire and straight line of recoil thrust provide excellent control and accuracy for both weapons.

The fully automatic .45 Caliber M3A1 Submachine Gun was first produced in 1945 and resembled a mechanic’s grease gun. Constructed entirely of steel it weighed 7.8 pounds without the sling and …

The M3A1 is an 84mm lightweight, man-portable, direct-fire recoilless rifle in use by U.S. Army and Special Forces. The M3A1 MAAWS is effective against light/medium armor, personnel in...

The improved and simplified M3A1 variant was introduced in December 1944 in response to field requests for further improvements to the basic M3 design; 15,469 were produced before the end of …