From the Hickok45 Compound, an overview and range demo of an Inland M1 Carbine. The M1 Carbine was a standard firearm for the U.S. military during World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War.
M1 Carbine Specs:
- Variants: M1A1, M1A3, M2, M2A2, M3
- Cartridge: .30 Carbine
- Action: Gas-operated, rotating bolt
- Rate of Fire:
- Semi-automatic (M1/A1)
- 850–900 rounds/min (M2/M3)
- Muzzle Velocity: 1,990 ft/s (607 m/s)
- Feed System: 15 or 30-round detachable box magazine
- Sights: Rear Sight: Aperture; L-type flip or adjustable, front sight: Wing Protected Post
- Weight:
- 5.2 lb (2.4 kg) empty
- 5.8 lb (2.6 kg) loaded w/ sling
- Length: 35.6 in (900 mm)
- Barrel Length: 18 in (460 mm)