CEAM Modèle 1950

All succeeding prototypes (Modèle 1949, Modèle II, and the definitive Modèle 1950) were chambered in.30 Carbine. All versions of the design included a combined bipod/handguard and a folding buttstock. Due to economic considerations, with France fighting the Indochina War and being the second biggest NATO contributor, the weapon was cancelled. Co-designer Ludwig Vorgrimler then left for Spain, where he further developed the concept into the CETME rifle, which in turn was developed into the Heckler & Koch G3.

• Name — CEAM Modèle 1950 • Origin — France • Type — Assault rifle • Is Ranged — YES • Designer — Theodor Löffler and Ludwig Vorgrimler • Design Date — February, 1949 • Manufacturer — Centre d'Etudes et d'Armement de Mulhouse (CEAM) • Production Date — 1950 • Variants — Modèle 1, Modèle 1949, Modèle II • Weight — 4.33 kg • Length — 905 mm, 658 mm with stock folded • Part Length — 425 mm • Cartridge —.30 Carbine 7.92×33mm Kurz, 7.65×35mm, 7.5×38mm in early prototypes • Action — Roller-delayed blowback • Rate — 520 rpm • Velocity — 610 m/s • Range — 200m - 300m • Feed — 30-round detachable box magazine • Sights — Iron sights