CSIG QCW-05 (Type 05 SSMG)

History

The QCW-05 is a Chinese submachine gun designed in the 1990s, employing a unique 5.8x21mm cartridge. Manufactured by China Ordnance Equipment Group, it serves the People's Liberation Army Ground Forces, Chinese special forces, and select law enforcement units. Adopted in 2005, the "bullpup" configuration allows for a compact and tactical firearm, ideal for close combat situations. Despite limitations, such as a fixed stock, the design has proven its durability over decades and is prevalent in modern firearms.

The firearm's layout centers the pistol grip and trigger assembly, providing a balanced feel when held. Noteworthy features include a short, ribbed front end for hand placement, a threaded barrel with a suppressor assembly, and interchangeable handles above the magazine feed. The QCW-05 utilizes a reliable "recoil" operating system and an open bolt arrangement, powered by the expanding gas from propellant ignition. It relies on a proprietary 5.8x21mm cartridge developed in 1994, known for its effectiveness against armored targets.

Weighing 4.85 lbs and measuring 19.7 inches in overall length, with a 9.8-inch barrel assembly, the QCW-05 embodies a compact yet potent firearm. The Chinese-manufactured submachine gun is recognized for its unique design, firepower, and its contribution to the modernization of military and law enforcement weaponry.

Specification

Basics

Year of Service: 2005

Origins: China

Categories: Suppressed Submachine Gun (SSMG)

Carrier: China

Roles

Special Forces: The quality of this weapon has proven its value to Special Forces who need a versatile and reliable solution to the rigors of special operations.

Mute: This weapon is either inherently silent/suppressed, or can be made with special muzzle mounts, special subsonic ammo, or a combination of the two.

Distinctive features

Compact nature

The compact nature allows for relatively easy confusion.

Target/area suppression

Inherent ability to provide suppress power to target/target area.

Mute function

Support for silence/suppression actions via silencers, silencers or subsonic ammunition for stealth operations.

BULLPUP configuration

The design sets the post-feed action, allowing for a more compact design while retaining the full-length or near-full-length barrel assembly.

Semi-automatic fire

Internal action allows triggering a single bullet per trigger, triggering a semi-automatic loading mechanism for continuous fire.

Automatic fire

Internal action allows multiple rounds to be triggered in quick succession with a single trigger pull.

Repeated Shots

The system has built-in automatic or pseudo-automatic function, which can achieve repeated triggering.

Ability to use rifle scopes/visual aids

Support for mounting optics (scopes) to improve accuracy in long-range shooting.

Iron Mask

Support for "iron sights" for inherent accuracy within a range.

Dimensions and Weight

Overall Length: 500 mm (19. 69 inches)

Barrel length: 250 mm (9.84 inches)

Cured weight: 4.85 lbs (2. 20 kg)

Action

Backflush mode: The air pressure created by the rearward movement of the fired case provides the necessary bolt movement, case ejection and stripping of the new case from the magazine.

Cartridges and Paper Feeds

Caliber: 5.8x21mm (DAP-02 / DCV-05)

Circle/Feed: 50 rounds detachable magazine.

POWER

Maximum efficiency: 985 feet (300m | 328m)

Rate of fire: 900 Number of revolutions

Mile speed: 500 ft/sec (152m/s)

VARIANTS

QCQ-05 - Light assault gun developed in 2005; without suppressor (optional).

JS 9mm Lightweight PDW variant for law enforcement and export; based on the QCW-05 design.

Type 05 Suppressed Submachine Gun (SSMG) - Alternative name/designation.