92SB Compact
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The Beretta 92SB Compact is a semi-automatic pistol designed and manufactured by Beretta.
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[edit] History
First appearing in 1981, the Beretta 92SB Compact model came into being on demand of police users.
[edit] Specifications
Somewhat more compact than the Beretta 92SB the main design goal was to produce a pistol that was easier to carry concealed for police forces.
[edit] Intended market
The Beretta 92SB Compact was a law enforcement pistol, but it was also sold to the civilian market for self-defense.
[edit] Design advantages
The Beretta 92SB Compact maintained all the good handling and safety qualities of the Beretta 92SB while being somewhat more compact.
[edit] Limitations
Like all Beretta 92 pistols it suffers from the same limitations in harsh environments.
[edit] Technical data
- Type: Beretta 92SB Compact
- Trigger system: Single-action or double-action
- Caliber: 9 mm Luger
- Capacity: 13 rounds
- Frame material: Aluminium light alloy
- Slide and barrel material: Carbon steel
- Grip material: Plastic
- Barrel length: 109 mm
- Length: 197 mm
- Height: 129 mm
- Width: 39 mm
- Mass: 900 g
- Safeties: Slide mounted combined safety and decocking levers. Loaded chamber indicator. Firing pin safety.
- Magazine release: Lower trigger guard, reversible.
- Production years: 1981 - 1991
- Production location: Beretta Italy
