Machine gun

Manufacturer Arsenal de Spandau

Trademark Maxim

Marks or LabelsCulasse : M.G.08; carcasse : SPANDAU 1916, MASCH. GEW. 08 / GEWEHRFABRIK; détente : B, DWM

Date 1916

Medium / Technique Metal: steel, brass

DimensionsHeight: 19.6 cm (7 11/16 in.) Barrel: 52.6 cm (20 11/16 in.) Width: 16.6 cm (6 9/16 in.) Length: 119.1 cm (46 7/8 in.) Weight: 26 kg (57.3 lb.)

ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Armaments - Firearms

Origin Spandau, Berlin, Germany, Europe

Object Number1964.5.128.1

DivisionMaterial Culture - Military Objects and Weapons

CollectionStewart

CreditGift of the Victoria Rifles of Canada Museum

Status

Not on view

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