H&K MP5 question

[billyboyr6]

Do any of you know if there is a version of the MP5 that is only semi auto? I love this platform of the h&k but cannot afford to own a sub machine gun. I have seen some GSG's that were .22 lr, but would like to have one in 9 or 45. Thanks for the imput.

 

[Tactical Dave]

Do any of you know if there is a version of the MP5 that is only semi auto? I love this platform of the h&k but cannot afford to own a sub machine gun. I have seen some GSG's that were .22 lr, but would like to have one in 9 or 45. Thanks for the imput.

Yes, seen a few in 9mm on gunbroker in the past if I remember right.


Some good info below.


Heckler & Koch MP5 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

 

[Rotor Talker]

Vector, etc

Vector made some a few years back in 9, and 40, not sure about 45 or 10mm, bear in mind that even though it's semi auto, if you only have 9" or less barrel, that makes it a short barreled rifle, thus incurring the $200.00 tax stamp for registering it as an NFA item.

I think it was Bobcat arms, or something like that also made some, but seem to recall some reliability issues. It's a great platform, that's expensive, but a very good time!

Might look at Knob Creek coming up in April, I think it's 8th and 9th, there could be some there, lots of knowledgeable folk on here that can help you too.

 

[Dwight D]

HK made one, it was the HK94. A semi auto only 16 in barreled 9mm carbine. Of course these are very hard to find and very pricey in todays market.

 

[Tactical Dave]

HECKLER KOCH H&K HK MODEL 94 A2 MP5 9MM MP I TRADE : Semi-auto at GunBroker.com

 

[mms]

Vector made some a few years back in 9, and 40, not sure about 45 or 10mm, bear in mind that even though it's semi auto, if you only have 9" or less barrel, that makes it a short barreled rifle, thus incurring the $200.00 tax stamp for registering it as an NFA item.

I think it was Bobcat arms, or something like that also made some, but seem to recall some reliability issues. It's a great platform, that's expensive, but a very good time!

Might look at Knob Creek coming up in April, I think it's 8th and 9th, there could be some there, lots of knowledgeable folk on here that can help you too.

this is not correct, it needs to 16 inches in lenght (barrel) not 9, otherwise it is a sbr as stated,

if you want to have the short barrel and no stamp buy it as a pistol no stock or vfg

 

[451_Detonics]

The HK SP89 was the pistol version...I had a Fleming converted one done as an MP5K PDW...was a fun gun, also had a registered sear 94.

 

[Rotor Talker]

16 years, what do I know....

this is not correct, it needs to 16 inches in lenght (barrel) not 9, otherwise it is a sbr as stated,

if you want to have the short barrel and no stamp buy it as a pistol no stock or vfg

Note to self: So much for trying to help, stick to lurking.

 

[MTC]

H&K used to make a version MP5SF in both A2 and A3 configuration. Glanced over it in an old catalog, as I was never interested in a subgun look-alike that only runs semi.

 

[shooter521]

H&K used to make a version MP5SF in both A2 and A3 configuration. Don't know if they still do, as I was never interested in a subgun look-alike that only runs semi.

As I understand it, those would still be classified as machine guns by the ATF, due to their ability to easily accept a full-auto trigger pack. Or something. I don't really speak HK all that fluently.

 

[HK Guy]

The HK94 is a semi version of the MP5 but it has a 16" barrel. They are pretty pricey as most have been snapped up / cut down for sear hosting. The are a number of clones floating around, some better than others.

 

[MTC]

... I don't really speak HK all that fluently.

Shootin' buddy (LEO) used to say, "You know what HK means in German?... A lotta $$$$." (bastages)

 

[alfahornet]

A real HK MP5 semi that was converted from an HK 94 will cost you upwards of 4K. An HK 94 with 16'' barrel upwards of 3K.

Cohaire made some MP5 clones in both rifle (16'' barrel) and pistol form which used to sell around $1300. But their quality varied. Some were good shooters others needed parts replaced to run reliably. I own both an CA89 and a CA89K. Both of mine run reliably and look find. But don't compare them to a real HK. Having a real HK and CA89 side by side you can see the sloppyness in the manufacturing process. The Cohairies however for many users offer an affordable MP5 clone and make good sear hosts from what I've been told.

Then there are Turkish MKE guns. They've been imported as pistols and rifles recently. On the upside they've been manufactured on real HK tooling and are from what I've been told good and solid semi shooters. But they will not run with a sear in f/a as there is bolt blocking bar installed preventing the use of a f/a bolt.

Last but not definitely not least are many clones often custom built from HK parts sets by many different manufacturers. Turner manufactures and sells those starting at around 2.5K. Other manufacturers are likely more. They are as real to HK as you can get with a US receiver without paying the premium for the real deal.

 

[samot]

Alfahornet nailed it !!

To the OP , if your "never" gonne use your MP5 or clone for FA then you might wanna check out the MKE (turkish built on HK tooling)

Vector
Bobcat
Coharie
are just a few clone manufacturers that come to mind
You will still pay close to $1500 for a decent clone
Good Luck

 

[gunwh]

Get ahold of Kent (gunruner) at class 3 sales... we got one in a few weeks ago for a customer that was one of the best clones I have ever seen. he has all the info as far as how to order it.

 

[swatdoc]

Subscribed. Lots of good info here.

I want to convert a 94 (making a SA MP5). Does anyone here in Indiana do the barrel work?

 

[samot]

Subscribed. Lots of good info here.

I want to convert a 94 (making a SA MP5). Does anyone here in Indiana do the barrel work?

Not that i know of ....

Try
Investment Grade Firearms... Pricey...... but Jayson does excelent work..
Or Ralph @ RDTS

 

[Slade]

HK

I have had IGF do some work for me in the past. I would also recommend S&H Arms. S and H Arms: Curtis Higgins, Owasso, OK:: FNC conversions, Suppressors