Modern Sub Machine Carbine : Indian Submachine gun

MSMC or Modern Sub Machine Carbine

The Modern Sub Machine Carbine (MSMC) is an Indian submachine gun designed by the Armament Research and Development Establishment and manufactured by Ordnance Factory Tiruchirappalli. It was developed for the Indian Army, based on previous experience from the INSAS family of firearms. The gun is very lightweight and compact compared to other Indian-designed weapons.

Indian Para Commando having look at MSMC in Defexpo 2010

The MSMC was designed after the Indian Army's disappointment with the progress of a carbine version of the INSAS rifle. A variant called Excalibur was developed, but did not meet the requirements. The MSMC was designed to rectify the shortcomings of the previous developments. Through various trials and improvements, the ARDE came out with a grip-feeding, Uzi-like design that shortened the length of the weapon, making it more suitable. The weapon is said to be capable of penetrating bullet-proof jackets.
The first trial was held in June 2006, another in late 2007 and finally one in January 2009. The MSMC was showcased during the defense exhibition Defexpo 2010. 50 MSMCs are scheduled to be issued to user trials in 2016.


Specifications
Weight  :   2.98 kg empty
Length  :   500 mm closed stock / 700 mm open stock
Barrel length   :  300 mm
Cartridge  :   5.56×30mm MINSAS
Caliber   :  5.56mm
Action  :   Gas operated
Rate of fire  :   700–900 RPM
Effective firing range   :  200–300 m
Feed system   :  30-round grip-inserted box magazine
Sights   :  various day/night sights along with Iron sights