Heckler & Koch (H&K) is a German firearms manufacturer founded in 1949. The company produces pistols, rifles, and submachine guns used by military forces, law enforcement agencies, and civilians worldwide. The HK MP5 submachine gun has become a standard in law enforcement. The HK416 rifle has been adopted by several elite military units. H&K's pistol lineup includes the VP9, HK USP, and P30, all of which offer ambidextrous controls and modular configurations. H&K firearms are tested to function in extreme environmental conditions.