PCC Course: Lage Max31A Mk2 Submachine Gun

Published on January 30, 2021
Duration: 6:00

This guide details a Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC) course of fire using the Lage Max31A Mk2 submachine gun conversion for the MAC-11 A1. Expert instructor Ian McCollum demonstrates the challenges of using full-auto fire for precision shooting, highlighting how the open-bolt action and burst firing can significantly increase ammunition consumption and decrease efficiency compared to semi-automatic. The analysis emphasizes that while controllable, full-auto is not optimal for this specific precision course.

Quick Summary

Expert Ian McCollum demonstrates that full-auto fire with the Lage Max31A Mk2 conversion on a MAC-11 A1 is significantly less efficient for precision Pistol Caliber Carbine (PCC) courses. His analysis shows over 100 rounds were used with targets remaining, compared to approximately 40 rounds for a semi-auto run, due to the open-bolt action's difficulty in achieving precise single shots.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Lage Max31A Mk2
  2. 01:00PCC Course of Fire and Targets
  3. 02:12Shooting the Course - Full Auto Challenges
  4. 03:50Post-Shoot Analysis: Efficiency Comparison

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Lage Max31A Mk2?

The Lage Max31A Mk2 is a conversion upper receiver that transforms a .380 ACP MAC-11 A1 machine pistol into a 9mm submachine gun, capable of using high-capacity Finnish Suomi drum magazines.

Is full-auto fire effective for precision shooting courses?

According to expert Ian McCollum's analysis, full-auto fire is generally less efficient and effective for precision shooting tasks like those in a PCC course, often leading to increased ammunition consumption and difficulty controlling shots.

What challenges are associated with shooting the Lage Max31A Mk2 in full-auto for precision?

The open-bolt action and the tendency to fire multiple rounds per target in full-auto mode make precise single-shot control difficult. This leads to higher ammunition usage and challenges with resetting specific targets like the mini MOA.

How does the ammunition consumption compare between full-auto and semi-auto for this PCC course?

A full-auto run using the Lage Max31A Mk2 consumed over 100 rounds and still left targets standing. In contrast, a typical semi-automatic run for a similar course requires only around 40 rounds, highlighting a significant efficiency difference.

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