The World’s Great Small Arms

What makes the Russian AK-47 the most successful assault rifle of all time, why is the Heckler & Koch MP5 submachine gun so deadly, and why is the Bren gun the finest light machine gun ever made? The World’s Great Small Arms answers these questions, and analyses the other truly outstanding and innovative handheld and light squad weapons of the twentieth century. All types of small arms are covered, including bolt-action rifles, combat shotguns, handguns and machine guns. Each weapon featured, such as the American M16, the British bullpup SA-80 and the Australian Steyr UG, is discussed in great detail, with particular emphasis on its development, unique design features, and combat capabilities. In addition, The World’s Great Small Arms compares each weapon featured against its main rivals from other countries and manufacturers.