H&K SP5 Pistol 9mm luger 10rd Magazines(2) 8.86″ Barrel

The H&K SP5 is Heckler & Koch’s semiautomatic, civilian sporting pistol designed to closely replicate the legendary MP5 submachine gun’s look and feel. Built to comply with civilian pistol regulations, the H&K SP5 incorporates authentic features such as a Navy barrel with a threaded tri-lug adaptor, paddle magazine release, and a fluted chamber.

Heckler & Koch SP5 Features:

• Caliber: 9mm Luger
• Length: 17.8 in (452 mm)
• Height: 8.66 in (220 mm)
• Barrel Length: 8.86 in (225 mm)
• Weight (without magazine): 5.1 lb (2500 g)
• Magazine Weight (empty): 30 rd – 6.3 oz / 10 rd – 3.5 oz
• Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds (other capacities available)
• Trigger Pull: 6.74–10.11 pounds-force (30–45 N)
• Trigger Travel: 0.24 in
• Return Travel: 12 in
• Barrel Profile/Twist: Groove/land profile, 6 grooves, right-hand twist

The SP5 offers civilian shooters the legendary reliability, accuracy, and authentic MP5 experience in a semiautomatic pistol platform.

What are the main differences between the SP5 and the MP5?

The main differences are the action type (semi-auto vs. select-fire), intended use (civilian vs. military/LE), and legal status, while both share the same core design and build quality.

Key Differences Explained:

• The SP5 is designed as a civilian-legal, semi-automatic pistol that closely matches the look, feel, and operation of the MP5, but it cannot be readily converted to full-auto or burst fire.
• The MP5 is a select-fire submachine gun intended for military and law enforcement, offering full-auto and burst capabilities, which are not present in the SP5.
• The SP5 incorporates modern features like a Picatinny rail for optics, but otherwise retains the MP5’s legendary roller-delayed blowback system, accuracy, and reliability.