Pistol Auto 9mm 1A
India1981 - Present
The Pistol Auto 9mm 1A is India's standard-issue service pistol, a licensed copy of the legendary Browning Hi-Power. Manufactured at Rifle Factory Ishapore, over 650,000 have been produced.
Primary Specifications
Caliber
9×19 mm
Universal pistol caliber
Weight (Empty)
0.9 kg
Muzzle Velocity
396 m/s
Subsonic velocity for controllability
Rate of Fire
40 rpm
Standard pistol operation
Effective Range
50 m
Effective pistol combat range
Magazine
13 Round Box
Double-stack magazine capacity
Quick Summary
What it is?
India's standard military and police service pistol
Who uses it?
Indian Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces, State Police forces
Role
Standard service sidearm
What's different?
Indigenous production of proven Browning Hi-Power design
Why it matters?
Provides India with self-reliance in sidearm production using a battle-proven design.
Real-World Impact
1
Proven Design
Based on the legendary Browning Hi-Power, one of history's most successful pistols
2
High Capacity
13-round magazine capacity was revolutionary when designed
3
Suppressor Compatible
Can be equipped with suppressor for special operations
4
Massive Production
Over 650,000 units produced ensuring widespread availability
Additional Features
Ambidextrous Controls
No
Operating System
Short Recoil
FAQs
1. What is it based on?
A licensed copy of the Browning Hi-Power, made using tooling from John Inglis and Company of Canada.2. When was it introduced?
3. What caliber does it use?
4. What are its specifications?
5. Is it being replaced?
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