Greely, PA – 5-7-26 – Auto-Ordnance is proud to introduce a modern evolution of a combatclassic with the release of the Lightweight M1 Thompson. Chambered in the legendary .45 ACP,this new iteration retains the iconic silhouette of the original military workhorse while drasticallyincreasing its portability and accessibility for the modern shooter.
By engineering the firearm with a high-strength, lightweight alloy receiver and simulatedAmerican Walnut polymer furniture, Auto-Ordnance has achieved a significant weight reductionof approximately five pounds. This makes the new model 34.8% lighter thanthe traditional steel-and-wood TM1, a design choice that provides the classic look of the “Tommy Gun” with theadded benefits of reduced shooter fatigue and a more competitive price point.