Auto Ordnance M1 Lightweight Carbine .45 Auto
Semi-automatic Thompson-style carbine with 16.5" barrel, blowback action, milled alloy receiver, and American walnut furniture. Includes 10-round magazine.
Thompson M1 Lightweight Carbine
This is a faithful semi-automatic interpretation of the legendary Thompson submachine gun, chambered in .45 ACP and configured for modern sporting use.
Design and Construction
The M1 Lightweight Carbine employs a straightforward blowback operating system paired with an internally milled alloy receiver. This approach reduces weight while maintaining the unmistakable Thompson profile that has endured for over a century. The fixed American walnut stock provides both authentic aesthetics and a stable, comfortable shoulder fit.
Specifications
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Barrel Length: 16.5 inches, rifled
- Overall Length: 38 inches
- Action: Semi-automatic blowback
- Sights: Blade front sight and fixed battle rear sight
- Magazine: 10-round double-stack stick magazine (does not accept drum magazines)
- Receiver: Milled aluminum alloy
- Stock: Fixed American walnut
Performance and Handling
The blade front sight and fixed battle rear sight provide durable, uncomplicated aiming suitable for both target work and practical shooting. The 16.5-inch barrel delivers the ballistic performance the .45 ACP is known for, while the full-size carbine configuration ensures comfortable handling and control.
This is a firearm for those who appreciate historical significance combined with modern reliability.
