Hammerli 280
Hämmerli AG · Pistol · Discontinued · 1988
Also known as: Hämmerli 280, Hammerli SA 280, Hammerli Model 280
Overview
The Hammerli 280 is a Swiss semi-automatic target pistol chambered in .22 Long Rifle, introduced in 1988 by Hämmerli AG of Lenzburg. Designed for ISSF sport-pistol and rapid-fire disciplines, it was the first match pistol built around a carbon-fibre frame, giving a light, rigid platform with a modular, fully adjustable trigger, sights and anatomical grip. A .32 S&W Long Wadcutter version was offered for centrefire events.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 992 g (35.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 300 mm (11.81") |
| Barrel Length | 117 mm (4.61") |
| Sight Radius | 221 mm (8.70") |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 10 N (2.2 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 330 m/s (1083 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 141 J (104 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Carbon Fiber |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .22 Long Rifle · primary — also known as .22 LR, 22 LR, 5.6x15mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Adjustable Trigger, Adjustable Sights, Adjustable Palm Shelf, Anatomical Grip, Modular Design, Carbon Fiber Frame
Variants
- Hammerli 280 (.32 S&W Long) - Centerfire Chambering
Service history
Operators
- ISSF competitive shooters · adopted 1988
Production
Production years: 1988-2000
Manufactured in Lenzburg, Switzerland; produced in .22 LR and .32 S&W Long Wadcutter chamberings
Origin
Country of origin: Switzerland
Designer: Hämmerli AG
Discontinued: 2000
Notes
The 280 was notable for pioneering carbon-fibre frame construction in a competition handgun. Its blued steel barrel and receiver assembly sat on the composite frame, with a stippled walnut grip featuring an adjustable palm shelf. The trigger is adjustable for pull weight, take-up, let-off and creep.
Background
When it arrived in 1988, the 280 was celebrated as the first competition handgun to use a carbon-fibre frame, a technology borrowed from motorsport and aerospace that later became commonplace in high-end target pistols.