What caliber is a 9×18 Makarov?
The 9×18mm Makarov (designated 9mm Makarov by the C.I.P. and often called 9×18mm PM) is a Soviet pistol and submachine gun cartridge….
| 9×18mm Makarov | |
|---|---|
| Bullet diameter | 9.27 mm (0.365 in) |
| Land diameter | 9.00 mm (0.354 in) |
| Neck diameter | 9.91 mm (0.390 in) |
| Base diameter | 9.95 mm (0.392 in) |
How many rounds are in Makarov magazine?
| Makarov pistol | |
|---|---|
| Action | Blowback |
| Muzzle velocity | 315 m/s (1,030 ft/s) |
| Effective firing range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Feed system | 8-round detachable box magazine (10- and 12-round available on the PMM) |
Does the Makarov have a drum mag?
A drum magazine also appears for the Makarov (Known as the Sykov or Sorokin if modified) in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019). This drum makes the Makarov PM, the highest ammo capacity of all the Secondaries, and the second magazine fed weapon of all guns.
Is Makarov based on Walther?
Basically, the Makarov is a Walther PP that’s been slightly scaled up for a slightly larger round, the 9x18mm Makarov. 9mm Makarov employs a slightly bigger case and a little bit more powder to get a little bit more zip on the round.
Is 9×18 Makarov good?
Many of the pistols chambered for the 9×18 Makarov cartridge are surplus guns, are of unknown quality and are simple blowback designs. Some guns may be well made and cared for, while others may have been poorly made and never maintained. So, many manufacturers are cautious about loading 9mm Makarov ammo too hot.
What is the East German Makarov?
The East German Makarov is a double-action/single-action semi-automatic pistol of blowback design that has a magazine capacity of eight rounds. All have a rich blue/black finish on the frame, slide and many of the small parts.
What is a Makarov round?
The round is also known as the 9 mm Russian Makarov or 9 mm Makarov. The bullet diameter of the Makarov round is greater than that of most 9 mm cartridges; 0.363″ compared to 0.355″/0.356″ for the 9×19 mm (Luger) and 9×17 mm (.380 ACP) rounds.
Where are Makarov pistols made?
While the Makarov pistol was originally designed and manufactured in the Soviet Union, it was also produced by other communist countries including China, Bulgaria and, most relevant here, East Germany.
When did the Makarov PM come out in Germany?
The PM was the Soviet service pistol from the time it was adopted in 1951 until about 1991. East German production of the Makarov pistol began in the late 1950s and continued until 1965—a relatively brief production run. Samples made in 1958-1959 are the most difficult for collectors to find.
