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Ares FMG

PROTOTYPE
Ares FMG
Quick Overview
Manufacturer
Production
1985 - 1987
Overview

The Ares FMG (Folding Machine Gun) is a highly innovative, ultra-compact submachine gun designed for covert operations and personal defense. Its defining feature is a clamshell-style folding mechanism that transforms the weapon from a compact, rectangular package resembling a small briefcase or radio into a functional submachine gun in seconds. The design philosophy prioritized extreme concealability and rapid deployment for special forces, bodyguards, and law enforcement personnel requiring a discreet yet effective firearm. Key innovations include the folding stock and receiver assembly that houses the barrel, bolt, and magazine in a collapsed state, with the trigger guard and grip folding out for use. The FMG is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and feeds from standard Uzi magazines, leveraging existing logistics. Its reputation in the firearms community is that of a fascinating but rare and somewhat impractical design; while ingenious, the folding mechanism adds complexity and potential reliability concerns, and the weapon lacks a conventional stock for stable shoulder firing. Notable design characteristics include a simple blowback action, a fixed firing pin, and a minimalist sight system. The FMG remains a sought-after collector's item and a notable example of 1980s 'briefcase gun' concepts.

Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
262 mm (10.3 in) folded; 503 mm (19.8 in) unfolded
Barrel Length
203 mm (8.0 in)
Weight
2.38 kg (5.25 lb) empty
Mechanical
Action Type
Straight blowback, open bolt
Trigger Type
Single-stage, selective fire (semi-auto/full-auto)
Sights Type
Fixed front post, fixed rear notch
Magazine Capacity
20 or 32 rounds (Uzi magazines)

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