Hämmerli P240
Hämmerli AG · Pistol · Discontinued · 1975
Also known as: Hämmerli 240, SIG-Hämmerli P240
Overview
The Hämmerli P240 is a Swiss single-action, short-recoil semi-automatic target pistol built for UIT/ISSF centre-fire precision competition. Derived from the SIG P210 service pistol, it was refined by Hämmerli of Lenzburg into a highly accurate match pistol chambered primarily in .38 Special Wadcutter, with interchangeable barrel/breech assemblies also offered in .32 S&W Long. It features fully adjustable target sights, an adjustable single-stage trigger, and anatomical walnut thumbrest grips.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1390 g (49.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 267 mm (10.51") |
| Barrel Length | 150 mm (5.91") |
| Sight Radius | 220 mm (8.66") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Single Action |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Trigger Pull | 13 N (2.9 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 5 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 260 m/s (853 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 300 J (221 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .38 Special · primary — also known as .38 Spl, .38 S&W Special, .38 Special Wadcutter, 9x29mmR
- .32 S&W Long — also known as .32 Long, .32 Colt New Police, .32 S&W Long Wadcutter, 7.65x23mmR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Thumb Safety
- Features: Adjustable Target Sights, Adjustable Trigger, Anatomical Walnut Target Grips, Thumbrest Grips, Interchangeable Barrel Calibers, Match Grade Barrel
Production
Production years: 1975-1987
Produced by Hämmerli in Lenzburg, Switzerland; a low-volume premium match pistol
Origin
Country of origin: Switzerland
Designer: SIG / Hämmerli
Discontinued: 1987
Notes
Developed from the SIG P210 to challenge American wadcutter target pistols such as the Smith & Wesson Model 52 and Colt Gold Cup. Fed by a five-round magazine to suit centre-fire competition rules. Interchangeable caliber conversion kits were offered.
Background
The P240 project began when Olympic shooters convinced SIG that its famously accurate P210 service pistol could form the basis of a world-class centre-fire target gun chambered for the .38 Special Wadcutter.