CZ P-01
Česká zbrojovka a.s. · Pistol · In Production · 2001
Also known as: CZ 75 P-01, P-01
Overview
The CZ P-01 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, produced by Česká zbrojovka a.s.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 797 g (28.1 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 1049 g (37.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 183 mm (7.20") |
| Barrel Length | 99 mm (3.90") |
| Height | 128 mm (5.04") |
| Width | 35 mm (1.38") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action |
| Trigger Type | Double Action Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 15 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 360 m/s (1181 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 481 J (355 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Black Polycoat |
Calibers
- 9x19mm Parabellum · primary · 9mm NATO — also known as 9mm Luger, 9mm NATO, 9x19mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Decocker, Firing Pin Block, Trigger Bar Safety
- Features: Accessory Rail, Low Bore Axis, Internal Slide Rails, Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, 3 Dot Sights, Nato Approved
Variants
- CZ P-01 Omega — Convertible Safety
- CZ P-01 Tactical — Suppressor Ready
Base model
Service history
Operators
- Czech National Police · adopted 2003
Production
Production years: 2001-present
First NATO-certified pistol made available to the civilian market. Standard issue for the Czech National Police since 2003.
Origin
Country of origin: Czech Republic
Notes
The P-01 uses internal slide rails mounted inside the frame (vs. external rails on standard CZ-75), contributing to its compact profile and smooth operation. The 7075 aluminum alloy frame reduces weight without sacrificing strength. Available in decocker-only, Omega (convertible safety/decocker), and tactical (threaded barrel) variants.
Background
The CZ P-01 passed NATO testing with a remarkable 0.05% failure rate -- only 7 stoppages per 15,000 rounds fired, far exceeding NATO requirements. It was the first pistol to receive NATO certification (NSN 1005-16-000-8619) and subsequently be offered to civilians, bringing military-grade reliability to the commercial market.