A MP5 clone
In 1983, the LUSA-A2 SMG was developed by INDEP Industries of Portugal who, at the time, was manufacturing under license from H&K, the HK21 and the HK G3. Improvements and modifications were a continuing process, culminating in 1992, and with a development cost of 2.5 million dollars. The weapons are now used by the Portuguese and three other European countries.
The Name LUSA is derived from Lusitania, which is present day Portugal. Although designed as a military weapon, the LUSA-A2 is well-suited for law enforcement. The trigger group is nearly identical to that of the H&K MP-5 and the barrel is quick-change, similar to the UZI. The bolt and carrier are one unit.
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