NDD, You got me. I forgot distance to target and threat to my list of factors. Great points.
TS. Points taken. As stated, the MP-5 is not my first choice and you have brought up about every situation (multiple engagements and distant targets) that push auto fire to its breaking point, ESPECIALLY for the LEOs that do not get the ammuntion or other resources to maintain a high degree of profeciency.
That choice of platform is usually dictated by factors other than "what is the best weapon to kill people" IE: concealability or reduced signature. Preaching......choir, I know, but there are those that read this and wonder "why would he carry that gun if he did not think it was the best gun"?
Sub-guns are a step above pistols when planning to get in a fight. Carbines and Battle rifles reign supreme.
I ALWAYS bring a carbine to Wal-mart (or Haji-mart for that matter). Everyone knows that.
Good discussion