Heckler & Koch P8A1
$1,099.00
Description
The Heckler & Koch P8A1 is a 9 mm semi-automatic service pistol developed for and issued to the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr) as their standard sidearm. It is a military-specific variant of the HK USP (Universal Self-loading Pistol) with unique features tailored to military requirements. Compared with the commercial USP, the P8A1 uses a recoil-operated, modified Browning locking system and a traditional lands-and-grooves barrel rather than HK’s more common polygonal rifling. It also has a reversed safety/decocker lever (down = safe, up = fire) and translucent magazines for quick visual ammo checks. The P8A1’s robust design, proven reliability, and military pedigree make it both a functional duty pistol and a desirable collector’s item.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Heckler & Koch |
| Model | P8A1 |
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol (military service sidearm) |
| Caliber | 9 mm Luger (9×19 mm) |
| Action | Recoil-operated with modified Browning locking system |
| Operating Mode | Double-Action/Single-Action (DA/SA) design derived from USP |
| Barrel Length | ~108 mm (approximately 4.25 in) |
| Barrel Type | Steel with traditional lands-and-grooves rifling |
| Magazine Capacity | 15 + 1 rounds (translucent magazines) |
| Sights | 3-dot contrast iron sights |
| Safety/Decocker | Reversed safety/decocker lever (down = safe, up = fire) |
| Frame Material | Fiber-reinforced polymer (durable military frame) |
| Slide Material | Steel slide (black finish) |
| Overall Length | ~195 mm (approx. 7.68 in) |
| Weight (empty) | ~770 g (approx. ~1.7 lb) |
| Color/Finish | Black (hostile environment/defense finish) |
| Grip/Features | Oversized trigger guard, ambidextrous magazine release |
| Intended Use | Military service, training, range use |
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