QSW06 5.8mm Silenced Pistol

Last updated: 11 March 2007

The QSW06 is the 5.8mm silenced pistol developed from the QSZ92 5.8mm pistol. The two pistols are almost identical in appearance and also share 60% components, but they are slightly different in their recoil operations. The QSW06 was developed in response to the PLA’s demand for a new silenced pistol to replace the ageing Type 67 7.62mm silenced pistol currently in service. Development of the QSW06 began in 2002 and the weapon passed its certification trial in late 2005. Currently the weapon is receiving extensive operational trials in the PLA before its design can be finalised.

The QSW06 is a recoil-operated, semi-automatic weapon that fires the DCV05 5.8X21mm subsonic cartridge. If necessary, the weapon could also fire the standard DAP92 5.8X21mm pistol cartridge. The pistol uses a double-column, double-feeding box magazine that holds 20 rounds. Frame of the pistol is made from polymer.

The weapon is 195mm in length and weights less than 1kg when fully loaded with the suppressor attached. Unlike the QSZ92, the QSW06 uses a non-rotating barrel in its recoil operation. A detachable suppressor can be screwed onto the barrel. Front part of the frame under the barrel is shaped as an accessory rail to accept laser sights or flashlights. Fixed sights have luminous inserts for low light conditions.

Specifications

Calibre: 5.8mm
Length: 195mm (without suppressor)
Barrel length: 120mm
Muzzle velocity: 895m/s
Weight: <1kg (loaded)
Magazine capacity: 20 rounds
Effective range: 50m
Cartridge: DCV05 5.8 X 21mm subsonic round or DAP92 5.8 X 21mm pistol round

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