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[[Image:ARES FMG.jpg|thumb|right|450px|ARES FMG - 9x19mm. This is the second prototype model.]]
[[File:ARES FMG.jpg|thumb|right|450px|ARES FMG - 9x19mm. This is the second prototype model.]]


The '''FMG''' was designed in 1984 by Francis J. Warin for Eugene Stoner's company ARES Inc. ([http://www.google.com/patents?id=lns5AAAAEBAJ US Patent 4625621], filed April 2, 1984) Warin designed the FMG as a PDW for high-ranking politicians and wealthy businessmen in kidnapping prone nations. The FMG is a uniquely foldable design that can be folded into a small nondescript box for concealment.
The '''FMG''' was designed in 1984 by Francis J. Warin for Eugene Stoner's company ARES Inc. ([http://www.google.com/patents?id=lns5AAAAEBAJ US Patent 4625621], filed April 2, 1984) Warin designed the FMG as a self-defense weapon for high-ranking politicians and wealthy businessmen in kidnapping prone nations. The FMG is a uniquely foldable design that can be folded into a small nondescript box for concealment.


Two prototypes were made. The first model lacks a trigger guard, uses MP 28 magazines and had a top-mounted charging handle. The second model features a trigger guard, adds an additional 3-round burst mode, uses Uzi magazines, and has an under-barrel charging handle.
Two prototypes were made. The first model lacks a trigger guard, uses MP 28 magazines and has a top-mounted charging handle. The second model features a trigger guard, adds an additional 3-round burst mode, uses Uzi magazines, and has an under-barrel charging handle.


Weapons of similar design include the [[UC-M21]], [[PP-90]], and [[Magpul FMG-9]].
Weapons of similar design include the [[UC-9]], [[PP-90]], and [[Magpul FMG-9]].


==Specifications==
==Specifications==
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(1984 - ????)


* '''Type:''' Submachine Gun
* '''Type:''' Submachine Gun
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* '''Barrel length(s):''' 6.75 inches (17.1 cm)
* '''Barrel length(s):''' 6.75 inches (17.1 cm)
* '''Capacity:'''
* '''Capacity:'''
** First model: Compatible with [[MP 28]] 32-round magazines. Can only fold up with a modified 28-round MP 28 magazine.
** First model: Compatible with [[Haenel-Schmeisser MP28/II|MP 28]] 32-round magazines. Can only fold up with a modified 28-round MP 28 magazine.
** Second model: Compatible with [[Uzi]] magazines. Can only fold up with 32-round or smaller Uzi magazines.
** Second model: Compatible with [[Uzi]] magazines. Can only fold up with 32-round or smaller Uzi magazines.
* '''Fire Modes:''' Safe/Full-Auto (first model); Safe/Burst/Full-Auto
* '''Fire Modes:''' Safe/Full-Auto (first model); Safe/Burst/Full-Auto
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!align=center bgcolor=#D0E7FF width="100"|'''Date'''
!align=center bgcolor=#D0E7FF width="100"|'''Date'''
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| [[Syphon Filter 3]] || ||  || 2001
| ''[[Syphon Filter 3]]'' || ||  || 2001
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| [[Syphon Filter: The Omega Strain]] ||  ||  || 2004
| ''[[Syphon Filter: The Omega Strain]]'' ||  ||  || 2004
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Latest revision as of 19:54, 21 September 2022

ARES FMG - 9x19mm. This is the second prototype model.

The FMG was designed in 1984 by Francis J. Warin for Eugene Stoner's company ARES Inc. (US Patent 4625621, filed April 2, 1984) Warin designed the FMG as a self-defense weapon for high-ranking politicians and wealthy businessmen in kidnapping prone nations. The FMG is a uniquely foldable design that can be folded into a small nondescript box for concealment.

Two prototypes were made. The first model lacks a trigger guard, uses MP 28 magazines and has a top-mounted charging handle. The second model features a trigger guard, adds an additional 3-round burst mode, uses Uzi magazines, and has an under-barrel charging handle.

Weapons of similar design include the UC-9, PP-90, and Magpul FMG-9.

Specifications

(1984 - ????)

  • Type: Submachine Gun
  • Caliber: 9x19mm
  • Weight: 5.25 pounds (2.38 kg)
  • Length: 20.6 inches (52 cm) (unfolded)
  • Barrel length(s): 6.75 inches (17.1 cm)
  • Capacity:
    • First model: Compatible with MP 28 32-round magazines. Can only fold up with a modified 28-round MP 28 magazine.
    • Second model: Compatible with Uzi magazines. Can only fold up with 32-round or smaller Uzi magazines.
  • Fire Modes: Safe/Full-Auto (first model); Safe/Burst/Full-Auto

The Ares FMG and variants can be seen in the following films, television series, video games, and anime used by the following actors:

Video games

Title Character Note Date
Syphon Filter 3 2001
Syphon Filter: The Omega Strain 2004