The global arms market offers a wide range of shooting models. Large-caliber pistols are very popular among consumers.
Due to the high lethal force, this weapon is in demand both among fighters of power structures, and among the civilian population. Information on the most powerful large-caliber pistols in the world is presented in the article.
About Desert Eagle
This large-caliber pistol is known to many. He can often be seen in Hollywood action movies and computer games.
It enjoys great popularity due to its very spectacular appearance and great weight. The mass of this shooting model even with an empty magazine exceeds 2 kg. Of the entire line of ammunition for this weapon, it is recommended to use Magnum-50 ammunition cartridges of AE 12.7x33 RB mm, which are considered the most powerful. According to weapons experts, since the 12.7 mm ammunition belongs to the machine gun caliber, the muzzle energy of the Desert Eagle and AK-47 are approximate.
In the design of Desert Eagle, a scheme was used that was characteristic not for a self-loading pistol, but for an automatic rifle. Recharge in the "Desert Eagle" is carried out by the removal of powder gases. Judging by the numerous reviews of the owners, the advantage of large-caliber pistols is their high power and slaughter. However, the Desert Eagle is not without some drawbacks. The weaknesses of the weapon include its too high recoil when shooting and the formation of a muzzle flame, which prevents the rapid aiming and aiming of the gun on the line of fire. In addition, the store is designed for only 7 rounds. According to the owners, the weapon needs constant care. It is undesirable to drop the pistol magazines on a hard surface, as this will entail the deformation of their thin sponges. In this case, the angle of the ammunition will change. Weapon owners recommend purchasing for a pistol cartridges with copper liners, the use of which eliminates delays in firing, in contrast to the use of ammunition with steel sleeves. The gun is used as an effective means of self-defense. Since a bear can be defeated with such weapons, the Desert Eagle is in great demand among Alaskan residents.
About the Sokolovsky model. 45
This large-caliber pistol is considered the most expensive in the world. It is produced in small batches. This weapon is characterized by the absence of all protruding parts. During a surface inspection, the pistol does not show any axes, screws, fuses or bolt delays. The design of the weapon is characterized by the presence of a special shock absorber bolt casing, which slows down the rate of fire, and an indicator indicating that the gun is ready for use. Mass Sokolovsky. 45 - 1630. The store is designed for 6 ammunition of 11.43 mm caliber.
About AMC Auto Mag Pistols
This model is considered a serious competitor to the Magnum-44 revolvers. The ammunition was created on the basis of the rifle 308th Winchester 7.62x51 mm.
The muzzle velocity of a bullet is 512 m / s. When fired, energy is released in 2000 J. According to the owners, the gun has a very strong return. Ammunition is carried out from single-row stores, designed for 7 rounds. Judging by the reviews of the owners, the gun is made very high quality and has a high accuracy of the battle. In addition, weapons can be equipped with optics. The disadvantage of the model is its too high return.
In this regard, the owners of such weapons during the shooting are forced to hold it with two hands. From a distance of 25 meters, the bullets lie in a circle with a diameter of 3.5 cm.
Shooting range from Freedom Arms
Casull possesses high lethal properties: the 45-caliber Magnum revolver. The base for the ammunition was the cartridge case 454, which was used to equip the Colts. This ammunition was equipped with such a strong powder charge that the gunsmiths decided to create a revolver with a special design that can withstand high pressure. Casull became such a revolver. For the manufacture of weapons used high-strength steel. The muzzle energy is 2000 J. Since there are no moving parts in the design of the revolver, during its operation the shooter often has problems associated with very strong recoil. In order to somehow reduce it, the gunsmiths provided for the cartridge a weakened powder charge. The price of such a revolver: 1960 dollars.
About California Hand Grenade Launcher
The city of San Ramon, California, is home to the powerful Gyrojet revolver. Initially, American designers created a weapon that shot small missiles. They stabilized in flight, rotating around a longitudinal axis. Later, a special manual launcher was developed, which became the Gyrojet revolver. Unlike other models using bullets, the operation of this weapon involves the use of special missiles. Their diameter is 13 mm. Ammunition is equipped with solid warheads and tubular stabilizers, which contain explosives inside. A venturi plate is used to cover the bottom of the stabilizer. Missiles have both translational and rotational motion. This was made possible by the presence of four nozzle holes in the venturi plate. It also provides space for the igniter capsule. Externally, the Gyrojet hand-held launcher looks like a large-caliber revolver. The mass of the revolver, designed for 6 shots - 450 g. With a caliber of 13 mm, experts say, this can be considered the advantage of the model. However, in addition to high slaughter and lightness, weapons can no longer "boast" of anything.
According to experts, in comparison with a conventional pistol, Gyrojet has a low accuracy of battle. From a distance of 10 yards, bullets disperse in diameter of 11 inches when fired.
About Thunder 50 BMG
The manufacture of weapons engaged in the American company Triple Action LCC. In an effort to create the largest caliber pistol, the designers decided not to use pistol cartridges. The experiments were carried out with conventional ammunition used for the 50 BMG large-caliber sniper rifle. Cartridge size: 12.7x99 mm. The weapons created on its basis are listed as Thunder 50 BMG. The model was first introduced in 2004 at the SHOT Show.
The gun is single-shot. Its design is distinguished by the presence of a muzzle brake and a rare hydraulic system for such a weapon, which rolls back the barrel, due to which recoil during firing is reduced by almost 20%. The muzzle energy index is 15, 500 J. The disadvantage of the weapon is the formation of a flame, which is knocked out through the slots of the compensator. The range of the flame knocked out during firing can reach five meters. This makes it difficult to quickly aim weapons at the next target.
About the TRR8 Revolver
This model of the gun is familiar to the consumer as Smith Wesson. The weapon was designed for special forces. The revolver is equipped with a frame on which an optical sight is mounted. Under the barrel there is a place for a tactical flashlight. Smith Wesson drum is designed for 8 Magnum 357 ammunition, which is much more powerful than standard 9-mm pistol cartridges.
The trigger mechanism is a single action. According to the owners of TRR8, this weapon, in comparison with many semi-automatic pistols, has high accuracy. Smith Wesson, like all revolvers, has one drawback: the reloading process is too time-consuming.
About the Perfect 10, Colt Delta Elite and Glock 20 Rifle Models
Judging by the numerous reviews of the owners, the Perfect 10 large-caliber pistol has a high lethal force and a stylish design traditional for the Colt 1911. The Perfect 10 is equipped with a classic adjustable sight. Shooting is carried out by 10 mm rounds, which are contained in the store, designed for 7 rounds. Another is located in the gun barrel. Unlike the Colt Delta Elite and Glock 20, the Perfect 10 is more ergonomic and modular in design. Although the Glock 20 is cheaper, it cannot be equipped with electronic sights. According to weapons experts, the Colt has good ergonomics. In addition, its cost is small. However, the weapon is equipped with only nine rounds: 8 rounds are contained in the drum and one in the receiver channel.
"Hit"
In the city of Klimovsk, the designers of TsNIItochmash designed the Russian Udar large-caliber revolver. For weapons, an outdated reloading scheme is provided: in order to equip a revolver with ammunition, the arrow must be removed. The weapon was first introduced in 1993. The base for 12.3 mm cartridges for this model was a 32-caliber hunting munition. The brass sleeve of the model is equipped with a powder charge and an igniter capsule KV-26. Klimovsky gunsmiths made a line of cartridges for the “Udar” revolver. Ammunition could contain military, coloring, rubber and armor-piercing shells. Cartridges were produced pyro-liquid, shot and light-sound. Bullets have a high stopping effect. The advantage of armor-piercing charges is that, having broken through a wall, door or glass, they will not ricochet at all. From 25 meters, such a bullet easily penetrates a 0.5 cm thick steel sheet. According to the owners, the “Impact” is balanced and equipped with a very convenient handle. Unlike the Makarov pistol, the accuracy of the battle of the revolver is one and a half times higher. When shooting with a plastic bullet, it is guaranteed to hit a person’s silhouette from 15 m.
About Tula large-caliber weapons
In 1994, the designers of the Tula CPB launched a new large-caliber revolver, which is also listed as “Impact”. The design of the weapon includes a one-piece streamlined frame, a double-action trigger mechanism and a drum that swings to the left. You can shoot by self-cocking or cocking the trigger. Ammunition 12.3x40 mm created on the basis of hunting ammunition 32 caliber. The revolver drum is designed for 5 rounds. Dimensions of the Tula large-caliber model: 172x44x136 mm. When equipping the drum, the shooter used a special clip. It consists of two plates containing special cutouts for cartridges. With the help of this clip, extraction of already shot cartridges is also carried out. The mass of the Tula revolver "Impact" is 0.92 kg.
About Tula modification
On the basis of the 1994 Udar large-caliber revolver, the Tula gunsmiths produced a service model of a pistol firing with 12.3 x 22 mm special cartridges. As a projectile for ammunition, a soft lead bullet was used. The gun has a slight penetrating ability and a large stopping effect. In addition, the weapon is used as a training weapon for training personnel. In such cases, lead bullets are replaced by special marking bullets.
About the Dog Revolver
The weapons designers of the Russian company “Titan” based on the Klimovsky large-caliber revolver created a similar model. Weapon manufacturer: Vyatka-Polyansky engineering plant "Hammer". Recharge is carried out by removing the drum. However, unlike the “Blow”, an extractor is not provided for this gun. "Dog" is used as a service and hunting weapon.
