The RARE 9mm Steyr AUG SMG

Published on August 3, 2022
Duration: 13:47

This guide details the process of converting a standard Steyr AUG rifle to a 9mm pistol-caliber carbine. It involves swapping the bolt and barrel and installing a magazine adapter. The video highlights the rarity of these conversion kits and their use by law enforcement agencies globally. Instruction is provided by Brian Marshall, an instructor at the Steyr Academy, offering high authority.

Quick Summary

The 9mm Steyr AUG SMG conversion is a rare firearm modification involving swapping the bolt and barrel of a standard AUG receiver and adding a magazine adapter. This conversion offers significantly reduced recoil and quieter operation, making it ideal for suppressed use. Fewer than 10,000 kits were imported into the US, contributing to its scarcity.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Shooting Montage
  2. 00:58Steyr USA Headquarters Visit
  3. 01:48History and Magazine Compatibility
  4. 02:30Conversion Mechanics Explained
  5. 03:37Global Law Enforcement Use
  6. 04:04Availability and Import Challenges
  7. 05:54Magazine Adapters and Prototypes
  8. 06:58Stern Defense Adapter Demonstration
  9. 08:03Technical Differences: Blowback vs. Gas Piston
  10. 09:13Suppressed Performance with Subsonic Ammo
  11. 11:18Future of US Conversion Kits
  12. 12:22The AUG 40 S&W Variant

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the 9mm Steyr AUG conversion rare?

The 9mm Steyr AUG conversion is rare due to limited import numbers, with fewer than 10,000 kits brought into the US. Import compliance issues also hinder direct consumer availability from Steyr USA.

How is a Steyr AUG converted to 9mm?

The conversion involves swapping the original 5.56 bolt and barrel for 9mm specific components and installing a magazine well adapter to accept pistol magazines like those from Glock or Steyr.

What are the advantages of the 9mm Steyr AUG conversion?

The primary advantages are significantly reduced recoil and much quieter operation, especially when suppressed with subsonic ammunition, making it highly effective for specific law enforcement roles.

Which law enforcement agencies use the Steyr AUG SMG?

The Steyr AUG SMG, including pistol-caliber variants, is used by police forces in Austria, India, Ireland, Belgium, and various agencies in South America, such as the Sao Paulo Police.

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