The ZB47 is a unique Czech submachine gun developed post-WWII, featuring an innovative horizontal 72-round magazine and a 90-degree cartridge feed system. While praised for its design, it faced issues with standard 9mm Parabellum ammunition and was deemed too fragile for mass production, with only 62 units made. It fired from an open bolt at approximately 1200 rpm and had a clever drop safety.
The ZB47 submachine gun is a unique Czech design featuring a massive 72-round straight magazine. To overcome feeding issues with standard tapered 9mm Parabellum cartridges, Brno developed a custom, perfectly cylindrical 9mm round. The weapon's bolt mechanism incorporates specific teeth to interact with the magazine and feed rounds into the chamber.
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