Walther P88
Carl Walther GmbH · Pistol · Discontinued
Also known as: P88
Overview
The Carl Walther GmbH P88 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, manufactured by Carl Walther GmbH.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 700 g (24.7 oz) |
| Overall Length | 190 mm (7.48") |
| Barrel Length | 102 mm (4.02") |
| Height | 133 mm (5.24") |
| Width | 32 mm (1.26") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 27 N (6.1 lbf) |
| 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 | Polymer |
| Slide Material | Stainless Steel |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Stainless |
Calibers
- 9x19mm Parabellum · primary — also known as 9mm Luger, 9mm NATO, 9x19mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Features: Accessory Rail, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Textured Grip, Reversible Magazine Release, Striker Fired, Stainless Steel Slide, Polymer Frame
Origin
Country of origin: Germany
Notes
Factory finish: stainless.
Background
Carl Walther GmbH has been manufacturing firearms since 1886, making them one of the oldest continuous firearms producers in the world - a heritage of craftsmanship spanning over 139 years that is reflected in every product bearing their name.