POTD: German GSG-9 Operator With Heckler & Koch MP7

by Eric B

Published: January 11th, 2024

The GSG-9, or Grenzschutzgruppe 9 der Bundespolizei (Border Protection Group 9), is a highly specialized counter-terrorism and special operations unit within the German Federal Police.

Does anyone recognize the platform the GSG-9 operator in the middle is running? It’s of course the well-known, but not so often seen, Heckler & Koch MP7.

The primary mission of the GSG-9 is to respond to and resolve hostage situations, terrorist threats, and serious violent crimes. They are also involved in protecting and rescuing German citizens abroad, especially in high-risk situations.

According to Wikipedia, very little is known, but: “the majority of this unit’s missions are confidential and public information is not available. Since its inception, GSG 9 has participated in over 1,500 missions, yet reportedly fired shots only on five occasions (official count, prior to the 2003 Iraq War). These occasions were Mogadishu in 1977, Bad Kleinen in 1993, Aachen in 1999 and two more missions where firearms were used to shoot dogs of the persons being arrested.”

Also check out the Heckler & Koch G36C In The Hands Of GSG9.

Images source: Heckler & Koch

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Eric B

Ex-Arctic Ranger. Competitive practical shooter and hunter with a European focus. Always ready to increase my collection of modern semi-automatics, optics, thermals and suppressors. TCCC Certified. Occasionaly seen in a 6x6 Bug Out Vehicle, always with a big smile.

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TheUnspoken on Jan 12, 2024

Looks like it has the helmet compatible stock. The stock is kinda dumb looking vs the built in collapsible one but I guess if it works better with your helmet... https://uploads.disquscdn.c...

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- T243 on Jan 12, 2024
  
  @TheUnspoken The CBRN/Helmet Visor Stock works flawlessly and actually offers a shorter LOP on the shortest setting than the HK 3 Position Stock which is highly appreciated! LOP is too much with HK OEM and Im 183cm/6 feet (for all imperial disabled) and have a +6cm armspan.
  With tall mounts, like Unity Fast, you wont have any cheek weld anyway.
  Do I loose my dot in dynamic situations? Sure can happen. Is it as bad as with the ACRO equipped SFP9? Not at all!
  I can run and gun in full speed without loosing the dot, so thats not the issue. Its just occasionally that you need to reacquire it when dealing with other tasks simultaneously.
  
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CM on Jan 12, 2024

Ballistic Advantage and “precision”? Is this a joke?

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