The FG 42 (German: Fallschirmjägergewehr 42, "paratrooper rifle 42") is a selective-fire 7.92×57mm Mauser automatic rifle [4][5] produced in Nazi Germany during World War II. [7]

The FG 42 (German: Fallschirmjägergewehr 42 or "paratrooper rifle 42") was a battle rifle. It was made in Nazi Germany during World War II. The weapon was made for use by Fallschirmjäger airborne infantry in 1942. It was used in small amounts until the war ended. The FG 42 had the power of a light machine gun.

The German FG-42 was intended to play the role of rifle, submachinegun, and light machinegun all in one compact package for paratroops.

Jan 26, 2022 · The FG 42 was a powerful automatic rifle developed by the Germans during WWII and served in a similar role to the Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR). It was designed for and used by the elite Fallschirmjäger paratroopers.

Feb 20, 2024 · Throughout its tenure, the FG-42 was constantly in short supply; Germany could not come close to equipping all of their paratroopers with one. It was largely used by the 2nd Parachute Division in Carentan and the Falaise Pocket after the D-Day invasion.

Jun 24, 2014 · Of all the guns of World War II, the German FG-42, designed for use by German Fallschirmjäger or “Green Devils,” stands out as one of the rarest, most unique and timeless designs.

Mar 8, 2023 · They are a remarkably advanced rifle, and extremely interesting. https://youtu.be/f01N2QuXFHA The first production version of the FG42 used a fantastically complex milled receiver and a distinctive sharply swept-back pistol grip.

The FG 42, or Fallschirmjägergewehr 42 (German: Paratrooper Rifle 42) is a gas-operated, air-cooled, selective fire, battle rifle that was used by Germany during World War II. The FG 42's first production model was the FG 42-1 and a main characteristic of …

Dec 18, 2008 · By early 1944 the Krieghoff engineers had redesigned the FG-42 into 2nd model (FG-42-2). The use of more stamped parts meant that some machined parts had to be made heavier to retain the weapon’s strength and the new version was heavier and slightly longer.

German Parachute Troops Automatic Assault rifle FG-42 (Fallschirmjägergewehr 42; FjG42). History and specifications of FG-42 from Second World War. Type: Automatic assault rifle.