Japanese Type 100 SMG

Replica 3D-Printed Japanese Type 100 – Display/Reenactment Prop (NOT A TOY)

This is a full-scale 1:1 3D-printed replica of the Japanese Type 100, crafted from durable plastic and designed specifically for display, cosplay, or reenactment use.

• Material: High-quality PLA or PETG plastic

• Construction: 3D printed in multiple parts, part assembly is required.

• Functionality: Non-functional replica – not capable of discharging a projectile by explosive charge or gas, does not fire and can not be modified to discharge etc.

• Safety Features: Comes with an orange tip to comply with safety regulations

• Use Cases: Ideal for film props, military reenactments, collectors, or themed displays

⚠️ Not a Toy – This is a detailed replica intended for adults. It should be used responsibly and never brandished in public spaces. Please ensure you have read and understood the shipping terms to confirm you have met your legal responsibilities. Always follow local laws and regulations regarding replica weapons. We reserve the right to cancel or refuse any order at our sole discretion.

Japanese Type 100 Submachine Gun (SMG) - Historical Overview

Background and Development:

• The Type 100 SMG was developed and produced by the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II.

• It was introduced in 1940 to provide Japanese infantry with a compact, fully automatic weapon suitable for close-quarters combat.

• Prior to the Type 100, the Japanese military lacked a domestically produced submachine gun, relying mostly on pistols, bolt-action rifles, and foreign weapons like the German MP 18 or Czech vz. 26.

• The goal was to create a reliable, simple, and easy-to-manufacture weapon similar in concept to the German MP 40 or the American Thompson SMG.

Design and Features:

• Caliber: 8x22mm Nambu pistol cartridge (a relatively weak round compared to Western SMGs' 9mm Parabellum).

• Action: Blowback operated with a closed bolt.

• Rate of Fire: Around 450-500 rounds per minute, which was moderate and helped control recoil.

• Magazine: Detachable 30-round box magazine, inserted on the left side of the receiver.

• Sights: Simple iron sights, designed for close to mid-range combat.

• Weight: Approximately 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs) depending on the model.

• Length: About 730 mm (28.7 inches).

Variants:

• Type 100 Model 1: Early version with a wooden stock and a simpler bolt design.

• Type 100 Model 2: Introduced later with minor improvements, such as a simplified bolt and barrel cooling fins to reduce overheating.

• A few experimental variants with different barrel lengths and configurations existed but were not widely adopted.

Operational Use:

• The Type 100 saw action primarily in the Pacific Theater.

• Issued mainly to specialized troops such as paratroopers, tank crews, and infantry units engaged in jungle or urban combat.

• Its performance was often criticized for the weak 8mm Nambu cartridge, which lacked stopping power compared to other nations' SMGs.

• Despite that, the Type 100 was appreciated for its reliability and ease of maintenance.

• The weapon was used up until the end of World War II in 1945.

Production and Legacy:

• Production numbers were relatively low compared to other Axis SMGs, with around 30,000 units made.

• Production was hampered by resource shortages and industrial limitations in wartime Japan.

• The Type 100 did not have a direct successor after the war, as Japan's postwar Self-Defense Forces adopted mainly American weaponry.

• Today, surviving Type 100 SMGs are rare and highly collectible as historical artifacts.