Guns of the Royal Hong Kong Police - a British Colonial Police Force (the RHKP)

Published on September 10, 2022
Duration: 31:43

This entry details the diverse firearms used by the Royal Hong Kong Police (RHKP), a British colonial force known for its impeccable reputation and rigorous training. The video, featuring insights from a former officer, covers handguns from revolvers like the Webley Mark IV and Smith & Wesson Model 10 to semi-automatics like the Browning Hi-Power and Glock 17. It also explores shotguns (Remington 870), service rifles (Colt AR-15, M16A1), submachine guns (Sterling SMG, H&K MP5 variants), and specialized precision rifles (Accuracy International AW) used by elite units like the SDU.

Quick Summary

The Royal Hong Kong Police (RHKP) utilized a diverse arsenal, including the Smith & Wesson Model 10 revolver, Remington 870 shotgun, Colt AR-15/M16A1 service rifles, Sterling SMG, and H&K MP5 submachine guns. Elite units like the SDU were equipped with specialized precision rifles such as the Accuracy International AW.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Royal Hong Kong Police (RHKP)
  2. 02:11Historical Context and Force Evolution
  3. 06:25Pistols: Revolvers and Semi-Autos
  4. 10:12Shotguns: From Greener to Remington
  5. 13:08Service Rifles: Lee Enfield to M16
  6. 16:32Submachine Guns: Sterling and MP5
  7. 20:01Special Weapons and Marksman Rifles
  8. 24:47The 1997 Handover and Legacy

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of handguns did the Royal Hong Kong Police use?

The Royal Hong Kong Police (RHKP) initially used .38/200 revolvers like the Webley Mark IV and Colt Police Positive. By the 1980s, they adopted the Smith & Wesson Model 10 in .38 Special for better performance. Elite units later transitioned to semi-automatics such as the Browning Hi-Power and Glock 17.

Which shotguns were standard issue for the RHKP?

The RHKP standardized on the Remington 870 pump-action shotgun, which became so iconic that its Cantonese name, 'Lui Ming Dang', became the generic term for shotgun in Hong Kong. Elite units also utilized the Benelli M1 Super 90.

What service rifles were employed by the RHKP?

Post-WWII, the RHKP used Lee Enfield rifles and the M1 Carbine. By the 1970s, the Colt AR-15 and M16A1 became standard issue. These were noted as early production AR-15s with specific features, not surplus US military M16s.

Did the RHKP use submachine guns?

Yes, the Sterling submachine gun was a long-standing firearm, especially for marine units. The RHKP was also an early adopter of the H&K MP5 family, including A2, A3, SD, and K variants, valued for urban combat effectiveness.

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