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Makarov Pistol (pm)
Makarov Pistol (pm)
Makarov pistol (PM) - Soviet self—loading pistol developed by Nikolai Makarov and adopted in 1949. It was created as a replacement for the outdated TT pistol and became the standard weapon for officers, police officers and special services of the USSR. The PM has a 9x18 mm caliber (9 mm Makarov), which provides a balance between stopping power and recoil. The pistol uses a simple and reliable design with a free bolt, which makes it convenient to maintain and operate. The PM magazine holds 8 rounds, which is the standard capacity for this type of weapon. The pistol is compact in size, which makes it convenient for concealed carry and use in close combat. The PM is equipped with a safety lock that locks the trigger mechanism, ensuring safety when worn. Due to its reliability and simplicity, PM was widely used not only in the USSR, but also in the Warsaw Pact countries, and was also exported worldwide. The Makarov pistol remained in service in Russia and other CIS countries until the early 2000s, and is still in use in some countries.
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Main features:
Caliber: 9×18 mm PM (Makarov cartridge).
Barrel length: 93 mm.
Total length: 161 mm.
Weight: 0.73 kg (without cartridges).
Working principle: free shutter (uses recoil energy).
Magazine capacity: 8 rounds.
Effective firing range: up to 50 meters.
Muzzle velocity of the bullet: about 315 m/s.
Aiming devices: front sight and rear sight (fixed).
Rate of fire: Semi-automatic mode, the practical rate of fire depends on the shooter's skill.
Other features:
Compact: The PM is small in size and weight, which makes it convenient for concealed carry and melee use.
Reliability: the simple design and the use of a free shutter ensure high reliability even in difficult conditions (dirt, dust, low temperatures).
Ergonomics: the comfortable grip and balance make the pistol comfortable to shoot.
Combat use: The PM was used in the Soviet army, police, as well as in various armed conflicts around the world. It is still in service in some countries.
Modifications: There are various modifications of the PM, including the PMM (Makarov Pistol Upgraded) with an increased magazine capacity (10 or 12 rounds) and a reinforced cartridge.
Produced: 2-5 million units (in the USSR).
Advantages:
High reliability and durability.
Easy to maintain and repair.
Compact and lightweight, which makes it convenient for concealed carry.
Good stopping power of the 9x18 mm PM cartridge.
Low cost of production.
Disadvantages:
Limited magazine capacity (8 rounds).
Moderate accuracy at distances over 50 meters.
The 9x18 mm PM cartridge is inferior in power to modern cartridges such as the 9x19 mm Parabellum.
Interesting facts:
It is based on the Walther PP scheme, but Makarov simplified the mechanism and made it more resilient in conditions of mud and frost.
Since 1951, he has been a regular weapon of officers, the police and the KGB.
He was a member of the cosmonauts' emergency kit in case of landing in the wilderness.
Despite the appearance of the APS and PJ, the PM remained the main officer's weapon until the 2000s.
In Russia, the PM is officially decommissioned, but is used by police, security agencies and even bandits (due to accessibility).
Photo:
A soldier aims a Makarov Pistol (PM)
The Military is firing a Makarov Pistol
Testing of the Makarov Pistol at the test site, 2009
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