LAPD H&K MP7

[CT-Copper]

There was some chatter a few months back online about LAPD K-9 getting H&K MP7's for handlers in addition to their 1911's. Any truth to that? Haven't seen many agencies stateside adopt them as they really are a niche weapon. The rationale listed was the need for a subcompact armor penetrating PDW for K9 tracks when the handler may have one hand tied up with a leash. It looks like another agency in Northern Cal issues them to motors for carry in saddlebags.

[ChrisO]

We use the MP7 at my dept. but only on SWAT. It's a nice weapon system, I really don't see an advantage in regards to issuing them to k9 handlers. . I'm only aware of one other northern ca agency that issues them, primarily for motors.

The easiest weapon system to manipulate one handed is a handgun, you also encounter the issue of weapon retention should you need to go hands on/free up your hands.

[CT-Copper]

I was thinking the same thing...Thought it was me!

[Doheny]

...I'm only aware of one other northern ca agency that issues them, primarily for motors...

Sunnyvale? (the caption mistakenly calls her a deputy.)

[CaliTheKid]

Good choice for K9 with a suppressor. Easy to shoot, easy on the dog and has ability to defeat body armor.

[CT-Copper]

Yes the above pic is deff Sunnyvale, and as ChrisO mentioned is issued to their motors for saddlebag carry.