X95 smg
A 9mm submachine gun variant of the IWI X95 bullpup rifle.
The X95 SMG is a 9×19mm Parabellum submachine gun variant of the IWI X95 bullpup rifle family, produced by Israel Weapon Industries. It is notable for being available both as a dedicated model and as a conversion kit for the standard 5.56mm X95, allowing users to switch calibers with a relatively simple conversion.
Quick Facts
- Service
- 2009–present
- Wars
- Gaza–Israel conflict / Russo-Ukrainian War / 2025 Cambodia-Thailand conflict
- Designer
- Israel Weapon Industries
- Length
- 580 -
- Action
- Long-stroke gas-operated, rotating bolt
- Origin
- Israel
- Is Ranged
- Yes
- Design Date
- 2003–2009
- Manufacturer
- Israel Weapon Industries (IWI) / Also produced under IWI license by: / PLR Systems, India / RPC Fort
- Weight
- 3.3 -
- Part Length
- 330 mm / 380 mm / 419 mm
Facts from the source article.
Lore & Background
The X95 SMG is chambered in 9×19mm Parabellum and is also available as a conversion kit. When configured in 9mm, the X95 uses a blowback system to cycle through the ammunition, while using the same body as the gas-operated rifle system. It uses Colt 9mm SMG magazines. The barrel is of the same length as of the rifle configuration, but has a 1:10 in rifling twist to stabilise the heavy 9mm round. A suppressor can also be attached, as part of the 9mm conversion kit, or as part of a replacement handguard which integrates the muzzle brake, suppressor, and handguard.
Reader's Guide
The X95 SMG represents a versatile option within the X95 family, allowing users to convert a 5.56mm assault rifle into a 9mm submachine gun with a relatively simple conversion kit. This capability provides flexibility for close-quarters operations where a pistol-caliber weapon may be preferred. The use of Colt 9mm SMG magazines ensures compatibility with a widely available magazine type. The blowback action in 9mm configuration differs from the gas-operated system of the rifle variants, yet the weapon retains the same bullpup body. The availability of a suppressor as part of the conversion kit or integrated handguard further enhances its utility for specialized roles. As a dedicated model and conversion option, the X95 SMG extends the adaptability of the X95 platform across different mission requirements.
Did You Know?
- The X95 SMG uses a blowback system when configured in 9mm, while the rifle version uses a gas-operated system.
- The barrel in 9mm configuration has a 1:10 in rifling twist to stabilize the heavy 9mm round.
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