The trigger is double-action, with an exposed hammer. The locking system is of the Walther type, with a vertically-tilting locking piece located below the breech area of the barrel. Beretta also makes a wide variety of models based on the same design these include not only variations in finishes and sights, but also different trigger types (DA/SA, DA/SA with decock only, DAO, DAO with manual safety).īeretta 92 pistols are short-recoil operated, locked-breech weapons with an aluminium frame. 40 S&W (model 96) and 9×21 IMI (Model 98, available for civilian users in certain European countries, including Italy). Other than the basic 9mm, Beretta also makes these pistols in other calibers, such as. It must be noted that, while being entirely adequate as a combat pistol, the Beretta 92 is somewhat bulky for its caliber and magazine capacity, thus less suitable for users with average or smaller hands. In the late 1980s and 1990s, these pistols were also adopted in France. The US military adopted the Model 92SB-F (later renamed to model 92F) in 1985, as a result of the highly controversial XM9 trials. It was developed between 19 as a possible replacement for ageing Beretta M951 pistol, and entered production in Italy in 1976.įirst adopted by the Brazilian army in 1977, this pistol was later adopted in Italy in its Model 92S, “SB”, and finally “F” modifications. Originally designed for the Italian army and police, the Model 92 pistols earned most of their fame (both good and bad) as the standard sidearm of the US military. Weight Unloaded: 950-975 grams, depending on modelĬapacity: 15 rounds (all 92 and 98 models except compact) 13 rounds (92 Compact) 11 rounds (mod.96 in. Overall Length: 217 mm (197 mm Compact versions)īarrel Length: 125 mm (109 mm Compact versions) Get one for yourself and see why this is one of the best selling, gas powered, airsoft pistols.Ĭaliber: 9x19mm Luger/Para also. With realistic slide movement and actual magazine changes, you would swear that you were holding the real thing. The Tac Master makes an excellent sidearm. All black finish, tactical grip and plenty of attitude.

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