The Hungarian Alternative: G98/40 Rifles in German Service
This video delves into the history and specifics of the Hungarian G98/40 rifle, a unique firearm adopted by the German Wehrmacht during World War II. Unlike most substitute rifles, the G98/40 was not a Mauser 98 variant but a Mannlicher system. It was an adaptation of the Hungarian FEG 35M rifle, modified to chamber the German 8x57mm cartridge and accept German accessories like stripper clips, slings, and bayonets. Production spanned from 1941 to 1944, with approximately 148,400 units manufactured. The video highlights its distinctiveness from the K98k and its role as an alternative rifle for the German war effort.














