On the world arms market, rifle models are presented in a wide assortment. Among them, Italian pistols are in special demand among consumers. This article provides an overview of the most interesting samples.
Glisenti M1910
In 1889, the Italian arms company Fabrica d'Armi Glisenti began operations in the city of Breschi. In the XX century, the company was relocated to Turin and was renamed Societa Siderugica Glisenti. She began her activity with the release of this automatic pistol.
The Italian model of 9 mm caliber fires cartridges 9 x 19 mm Glisenti. The total length is 207 mm, the barrel is 102 mm. Without ammunition, this Italian pistol weighs 820 g. The magazine has a capacity of 7 ammunition. The production of weapons continued until 1920. In the Italian army, this model was used until 1945.
Benelli b76
In 1970, a new automatic pistol was developed. The Italian arms company Benelli Armi SPA began to produce a new shooting model only in 1976. Therefore, it appears as Benelli B76.
Intended automatic weapons for the army. For this 9 mm caliber pistol, 9 x 19 mm Parabellum cartridges were provided. The total size of the model was 205 mm, the barrel - 108 mm. The pistol magazine is designed for 8 rounds. The product without ammunition weighs 970 g. Two civilian versions of this Italian weapon were created : B80 and B82 pistols, for which 7.62 x 21 mm Parabellum and 9 x 18 mm Polis cartridges were used. In addition, several sports pistols were made based on the Benelli B76. They were characterized by the presence of elongated trunks, adjustable sights and special cheeks for handles. Serially Benelli B76 was produced since 1976. In 1990, due to low consumer demand, this model was discontinued.
Bernardelli P-018
In the 1980s, for the needs of the Italian police, the weapons manufacturer Bernardelli Armi designed an automatic pistol P-018 of 9 mm caliber. Shooting from it was carried out by 9 x 19 mm Parabellum cartridges. The total length of the pistol was 213 mm, the barrel - 122 mm. The store holds 16 rounds. Without ammunition, the gun weighs up to 998. The weapon was used by the Italian police. Later, designers Bernardelli Armi P-018 was redone for a caliber of 7.65 mm. Suitable for shooting with 7.65 mm Parabellum ammunition. New models were intended for civilians. The rifle model of 7.65 mm caliber was exported to France, where just like in Italy, civilians were forbidden to use the “army” caliber.
About the Beretta M81
In the early 1970s, the Italian arms company Pietro Beretta spa began work on the creation of new automatic pistols. The first place in the line is taken by the Beretta M81 model of 7.65 mm caliber. For firing from this model, 7.65 x 17 mm Browning cartridges were intended. The total length of the small product was 172 mm, the barrel - 97 mm. Bullet speed indicator: 300 m / s. With an empty magazine, the gun weighs no more than 665 g. Weapons of this model are equipped with 12 rounds.
About M84
In 1976, the Italian company Pietro Beretta spa launched the production of the 84th model of automatic pistols of 9 mm caliber. For this weapon intended ammunition 9 x 17 mm Browning. The total length of the weapon is 173 mm, the barrel is 97 mm. Height indicator - 12 cm. Without ammunition, the mass of the pistol is 640 g. The store has a capacity of 13 rounds. A bullet fired from the barrel is capable of a speed of 280 m / s. This model was used in the army, police and state security organs of Italy.
About the 92nd Pietro Beretta spa
Design Beretta 92 began in 1970. Serial production was established in 1976. Like the 81 and 84 models, the Beretta 92 belongs to the category of personal firearms of 9 mm caliber. Automation gun works due to recoil energy. The model is equipped with a block shutter and is designed for single shooting with 9 x 19 mm Parabellum cartridges.
The total length of the weapon is 217 mm, the barrel - 125 mm. Weighs a pistol with an empty magazine 950 g. The bullet is capable of speeds up to 375 m / s. In the 92nd model, the double-row magazine capacity was also increased. The gun is equipped with 15 rounds. In the manufacture of the handle is used aluminum. The 92nd model is produced in two versions: with a tight descent and smooth. In the standard pistols used by the military, there are special devices with which stores are fixed. A special rotary lever serves as a fuse. On the protruding ejector, the shooter will verify the presence of ammunition in the chamber. Three variants of the 92nd model are created:
- 92 SB. Standard gun.
- 92 SBC. A compact sample for which a shortened barrel is provided.
- 92 SBS. Special pistol with an extended barrel.
Pietro Beretta spa created a series of automatic pistols. According to experts, the dimensions and appearance of the M81 and M84 are almost identical. Unlike these shooting models, the M92 variant has a longer length. The weapon in the line is equipped with shops with a large capacity. These pistols can be considered universal, since the shooter has the opportunity to pick up the ammunition of the necessary slaughter.
About the Beretta Air Gun
Beretta 92 FS was created by the German manufacturer Umarex based on the Italian 92nd model. The total length is 21 cm. According to the owners, outwardly this wind weapon is very similar to its military counterpart. In the manufacture of the Beretta 92 FS, the German manufacturer uses metal. In addition, a flag fuse and a button with the help of which the magazine is ejected are saved in the oven version. The Beretta 92 FS is considered one of the best pistols in its class.