Smith & Wesson Model 940

Smith & Wesson · Pistol · Discontinued · 1991

Weight (empty)668 g (23.6 oz)
Overall Length168 mm (6.61")
Barrel Length55 mm (2.17")
Height112 mm (4.41")
Width32 mm (1.26")
Magazine Capacity5 rounds
Firing MechanismDouble Action Only
Muzzle Velocity320 m/s (1050 fps)
Muzzle Energy382 J (282 ft·lbf)
Effective Range15 m (16 yd)
Frame MaterialStainless Steel

Primary Caliber: 9x19mm Parabellum

The Smith & Wesson Model 940 is a five-shot, double-action-only revolver chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, built on Smith & Wesson's small J-frame Centennial platform. Originally produced from 1991 to 1998, the Model 940 was one of the few revolvers designed from the factory to fire the rimless 9mm Parabellum cartridge, requiring full moon clips for both loading and extraction. The revolver features an all-stainless-steel construction with a 2.1-inch fluted barrel, an overall length of 6.6 inches,...

Country of Origin: United States