Pistol Auto 9mm 1A
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The Pistol Auto 9mm 1A,[4] also known as IOF 9mm pistol, is a semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Rifle Factory Ishapore.[3][4] It is a licensed copy of the Browning Hi-Power, made using tooling acquired from John Inglis and Company.[5][6]
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Pistol Auto 9mm 1A | |
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Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
Place of origin | India |
Service history | |
In service | 1981–present |
Used by | See Users |
Production history | |
Designer | John Browning[lower-alpha 1] Dieudonné Saive[lower-alpha 2] |
Designed | 1973 |
Manufacturer | Rifle Factory Ishapore |
Produced | 1977–present |
No. built | 12,000 (2012)[1] 650,000 (2014)[2] |
Specifications | |
Cartridge | 9×19mm Parabellum |
Caliber | 9 mm |
Action | Short recoil operated |
Rate of fire | Semi-automatic |
Muzzle velocity | 396 m/s (1,300 ft/s) |
Effective firing range | 200 m (220 yd) |
Maximum firing range | 200 m |
Feed system | 13-round detachable box magazine |
Sights | Iron sights |
References | [3] |
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It is the main service pistol of Indian military and police units.