S&W Shield Long Slide, New US Army SMG, CMP 1911 Update - TGC News!

Published on April 8, 2019
Duration: 12:41

The US Army has selected the B&T APC9K as its new submachine gun, marking the first such acquisition since WWII. This decision followed a rigorous evaluation of ten 9mm SMG contenders, including popular models like the SIG MPX and CZ Scorpion. The APC9K's selection highlights a potential trend towards Personal Defense Weapons (PDWs) and could influence the civilian market.

Quick Summary

The US Army has selected the B&T APC9K as its new submachine gun, marking the first SMG acquisition since WWII. This decision followed a review of ten 9mm contenders and highlights a potential shift towards modern PDW platforms, with implications for the civilian market.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Video Topics
  2. 00:12Birchwood Casey Sponsorship
  3. 00:44Welcome & CA Magazine Ban
  4. 00:58US Army SMG Selection Overview
  5. 01:31SMG Contenders
  6. 02:20US Army SMG Winner: B&T APC9K
  7. 02:44B&T US Presence & PDW Market
  8. 03:21Ruger Security-9 Compact
  9. 04:08S&W M&P Shield M2.0 Long Slide
  10. 05:05S&W Optics & Pricing
  11. 05:47CMP 1911 Resale Issue
  12. 07:00Matador Arms Mag-X Adapter
  13. 07:49Pilgrim Media Group Casting Call
  14. 08:29NeoMag Sponsorship
  15. 09:05Friendly Fire Q&A Intro
  16. 09:21NFA Repeal Question
  17. 09:44AR Pistol VFG Legality
  18. 10:15Remaking Old Guns
  19. 10:522A Advocacy Organizations
  20. 11:31CA 'Freedom Week' Magazine Sales
  21. 11:42Top 3 Guns if Ammo Cost Equal
  22. 11:56Outro & Calls to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What new submachine gun did the US Army select?

The US Army has selected the B&T APC9K as its new submachine gun. This marks the first SMG acquisition for the Army since World War II, indicating evolving combat needs and a move towards modern PDW platforms.

Which firearms were contenders for the US Army's new SMG contract?

Ten 9mm submachine guns were in contention, including the SIG MPX, CZ Scorpion EVO 3 A1, PTR 9CS, Zenith Z5P/Z5RS/Z5K, LMT MARS-L9, Colt CM9, Quarter Circle 10 CLT/QVF5, B&T MP9, Beretta PMX, and B&T APC9.

What are the key features of the B&T APC9K selected by the US Army?

The B&T APC9K is a compact submachine gun with a 7-inch barrel, a cyclic rate just under 1100 rounds per minute, 30-round magazines, and a 3-lug suppressor mount, making it suitable for modern tactical applications.

What is the significance of the US Army selecting a B&T firearm?

The US Army's selection of a B&T SMG is significant as B&T previously had a limited presence in the US market. A substantial contract could lead to increased availability of B&T products domestically and potentially influence civilian firearm trends.

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