Heckler & Koch's Most Popular Firearms

When it comes to military supplies or home protection, troops and civilians alike consider Heckler and Koch a top performer. Founded shortly after World War II in 1948, the company is still going strong because of its innovative designs. When choosing firearm for defense, Popular Mechanics included Heckler and Koch's most popular products in their list of the best guns for U.S. special forces.

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“[Heckler and Koch] have been tactical since before tactical was cool,” summarized David Jensen in The Truth About Guns.

Here we share a few of the most desired firearms manufactured by Heckler and Koch company.

MP5 Submachine Gun

Since its release in 1966, the MP5 submachine gun has remained popular with law enforcement and the military, especially special operations. Popular Mechanics praised the MP5 because of its diversity, and because it can be found in more than 100 different variations to meet the needs of specific tactical operations. The popularity of the MP5 is due to its ease of use in a variety of terrains, appropriate for each branch of the military. It is extremely reliable and features including the folding buttstock, threaded barrel to attach accessories and vertical foregrip aid in the flexibility of the MP5.

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HK45 Pistol

According to Police Magazine, the HK 45 Combat Tactical pistol is a popular choice among law enforcement and special operations branches of the military for a host of reasons. Its polymer frame makes it light and compact. Police Magazine praises the HK45 for its ergonomics and how easily it fits the shooter's hand. With a patented recoil system, the gun was rated as accurate and operational after 500 rounds fired. The HK45 also features a combination safety and de-cocking lever.

P30 Pistol

Available in a variety of models, the P30 is another lightweight polymer pistol that carries and conceals with ease. It has a special feature of the exchangeable grip shells that make it perfect or any hand size and can be customized to meet the shooter's comfort level. 

This article does not constitute legal advice. Check the current gun laws before purchasing or traveling with a firearm.

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