The M1 Carbine is the standard by which all PDWs are measured.

[Old18C]

I would have to disagree with that from the NRA. I am very fond of MP-5Ks for PDW work and have NO faith in .30 carbine even the M-2 just didn't have what was needed for work. I haven't used a M-1 or M-2 on two legged meat targets but on 4 legged it was VERY lacking. I belive the 9mm sets the standard the .30 carbine dosen't meet.