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Primary function Semiautomatic pistol, Caliber . 45 (11.4 mm), bullet wt 230 gr, charge 5 gr, Muzzle velocity 830 fps (253 meters), Muzzle Energy 356 (ft-lbs), Magazine capacity 7 rounds, Weight Magazine empty: 2.5 pounds (1.14 kg), Magazine loaded: 3.0 pounds (1.36 kg), Length Overall 8.625 inches (21.91 centimeters), Length of Barrel 5.03 inches (12.78 centimeters), Max Effective range 82.02 feet (25 meters)

As contributed by: Robert Loomis

M1911A1 . 45 Caliber Pistol

The M1 Garand. It's caliber was 30.06 and the cartridge used gave it a muzzle velocity of 2700 feet per second. The rifle weighed about 9 pounds. The cartridge clip held 8 rounds. The rifle was not easily jammed nor did anything about it easily break. It was an extremely rugged piece of equipment. It was first produced at the Springfield armory in the state of Illinois back in the late thirties. I am sure it was later produced at other locations after we entered the War.

As told by: David M. "Buck" Rogers

The riflemen carried the M1 Garand, 30.06. It was very reliable. We qualified on the rifle range during basic training. After that we occasionally did some live firing in England, but I don't recall how much. There was a time I could assemble and disassemble the M1 easily, and could name all the parts. It didn't jam easily. Today, the M1 is no longer used by active duty troops. You may see a few M1 rifles around for drill and show.

As told by: Ray Aebischer

The M1 Garand 30.06 caliber