KBP Instrument Design Bureau · Pistol · Limited Production · 1996
| Weight (empty) | 1150 g (40.6 oz) |
| Overall Length | 222 mm (8.74") |
| Barrel Length | 135 mm (5.31") |
| Magazine Capacity | 18 rounds |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action Single Action |
| Muzzle Velocity | 330 m/s (1083 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 332 J (245 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Frame Material | Steel |
Primary Caliber: 9x18mm Makarov
The OTs-33 Pernach is a Russian select-fire machine pistol chambered in 9x18mm Makarov, developed by Igor Stechkin at the TsKIB SOO design bureau in Tula and produced by the KBP Instrument Design Bureau. Derived from the experimental 5.45mm OTs-23 Drotik, the Pernach was designed as a modern successor to the legendary Stechkin APS, intended to equip Russian OMON riot police, MVD internal security units, and other special forces. It features a folding metal shoulder stock, ambidextrous fire-selec...
Country of Origin: Russia
Designer: Igor Y. Stechkin