... soldiers were carrying rifles that fired ammo much heavier and more powerful than needed. This provoked the Germans into researching a new type of ammo that would be lighter and had power more suited to the normal engagement. This led to the development of the 7.92x33 caliber or 7.92 Kurz (short). Some research and development had looked into the use of 7 millimeter ... used to drive back a piston. This piston then pushes back the bolt ejecting the round and loading a new one. This new system proved reliable and deadly to enemies. It was a stroke of luck that it came too late to change ...

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