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| Vektor SP1/SP2 | |
|---|---|
 Vektor SP1 | |
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | South Africa |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1992–present |
| Used by | See Users |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Denel Land Systems, South Africa |
| Variants |
|
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 995 g (2.194 lb) |
| Length | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Barrel length | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Width | 40.5 mm (1.59 in) |
| Height | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Cartridge | |
| Action | Double action, short recoil operation |
| Muzzle velocity | 347 m/s (1,138 ft/s) |
| Effective firing range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Feed system | Detachable box
magazine, + 1 in
chamber 15-rounds - 9 mm, 11-rounds - .40 S&W |
| Sights | Iron sight with Tritium light |
The Vektor SP1 was an improved 9mm version of the Z-88 pistol (which was a South African produced copy of the Beretta 92F), produced since 1992 by Denel Land Systems (DLS), formerly Lyttelton Engineering Works (LIW). [1]
Design
The Vektor SP1 and SP2 pistols are almost the same save for the calibre and magazines, and broadly based on the Italian Beretta 92 design. SP stands for “ Service Pistol” and both weapons are full-sized, holster type pistols of solid construction. Vektor also made compact versions of both models, marketed as “General models”; these have shorter barrels, slides and grips. [1]
The Vektor SP1 was a short-recoil operated, locked-breech pistol. It used a Walther-type tilting locking piece, located below the straight-recoiling barrel, to lock it to the slide. The frame is made from aluminium alloy, other parts are steel. The trigger is double-action, with an exposed hammer and a frame-mounted, ambidextrous safety that allows for "cocked and locked" carry. Sights are fixed; the front sight is pinned to the slide, the rear is dovetailed. Magazines are double stack; the magazine release button is located at the base of trigger-guard. [1]
Variant
A .40 S&W caliber version of the SP1 was introduced by LIW/DLS a little later as the Vektor SP2. Both SP-1 and SP-2 pistols were exported to Europe and South America in several variations.
A limited edition SP1 Target pistol was also available. This model features a single action operation, large adjustable sights, straight trigger design, a different trigger guard a compensating weight with longer barrel. They were marked as "Vektor USA: Norfolk VA". [2]
Usage
SP-1 pistol was in service with the South African National Defence Force and the South African Police Service. Outside South Africa, the pistol is seen in use of some South-Asian countries, notably Singapore and Malaysia. [3]
Users
Malaysia –
Grup Gerak Khas of
Malaysian Armed Forces,
Royal Malaysia Police,
Department of Immigration
[4][
failed verification]
Peru –
Peruvian Air Force
[5]
South Africa
See also
The Vektor CP1, another pistol by the same manufacturer, is noted for its streamlined, science-fiction appearance.
References
- ^ a b c Charles Q. Cutshaw (28 February 2011). Tactical Small Arms of the 21st Century: A Complete Guide to Small Arms From Around the World. Iola, Wisconsin: Gun Digest Books. p. 112. ISBN 1-4402-2709-8.
- ^ Jeff Kinard (2003). Pistols: An Illustrated History of Their Impact. New York: ABC-CLIO. p. 282. ISBN 978-1-85109-470-7.
- ^ Hogg, Ian; Walter, John (29 August 2004). Pistols of the World. London: David & Charles. p. 96. ISBN 0-87349-460-1.
- ^ "Exocet". Malaysian Defence. 6 November 2015. Retrieved 13 October 2016.
- ^ Montes, Julio A. (August 2011). "Peruvian Small Arms: Gunning for the Shining Path" (PDF). Small Arms Defense Journal: 25–29.
External links
| This article includes a list of general
references, but it lacks sufficient corresponding
inline citations. (April 2018) |
| Vektor SP1/SP2 | |
|---|---|
|
Vektor SP1 | |
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | South Africa |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1992–present |
| Used by | See Users |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Denel Land Systems, South Africa |
| Variants |
|
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 995 g (2.194 lb) |
| Length | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Barrel length | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Width | 40.5 mm (1.59 in) |
| Height | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Cartridge | |
| Action | Double action, short recoil operation |
| Muzzle velocity | 347 m/s (1,138 ft/s) |
| Effective firing range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Feed system | Detachable box
magazine, + 1 in
chamber 15-rounds - 9 mm, 11-rounds - .40 S&W |
| Sights | Iron sight with Tritium light |
The Vektor SP1 was an improved 9mm version of the Z-88 pistol (which was a South African produced copy of the Beretta 92F), produced since 1992 by Denel Land Systems (DLS), formerly Lyttelton Engineering Works (LIW). [1]
Design
The Vektor SP1 and SP2 pistols are almost the same save for the calibre and magazines, and broadly based on the Italian Beretta 92 design. SP stands for “ Service Pistol” and both weapons are full-sized, holster type pistols of solid construction. Vektor also made compact versions of both models, marketed as “General models”; these have shorter barrels, slides and grips. [1]
The Vektor SP1 was a short-recoil operated, locked-breech pistol. It used a Walther-type tilting locking piece, located below the straight-recoiling barrel, to lock it to the slide. The frame is made from aluminium alloy, other parts are steel. The trigger is double-action, with an exposed hammer and a frame-mounted, ambidextrous safety that allows for "cocked and locked" carry. Sights are fixed; the front sight is pinned to the slide, the rear is dovetailed. Magazines are double stack; the magazine release button is located at the base of trigger-guard. [1]
Variant
A .40 S&W caliber version of the SP1 was introduced by LIW/DLS a little later as the Vektor SP2. Both SP-1 and SP-2 pistols were exported to Europe and South America in several variations.
A limited edition SP1 Target pistol was also available. This model features a single action operation, large adjustable sights, straight trigger design, a different trigger guard a compensating weight with longer barrel. They were marked as "Vektor USA: Norfolk VA". [2]
Usage
SP-1 pistol was in service with the South African National Defence Force and the South African Police Service. Outside South Africa, the pistol is seen in use of some South-Asian countries, notably Singapore and Malaysia. [3]
Users
-
Malaysia –
Grup Gerak Khas of
Malaysian Armed Forces,
Royal Malaysia Police,
Department of Immigration
[4][
failed verification]
-
Peru –
Peruvian Air Force
[5]
-
South Africa
See also
The Vektor CP1, another pistol by the same manufacturer, is noted for its streamlined, science-fiction appearance.
References
- ^ a b c Charles Q. Cutshaw (28 February 2011). Tactical Small Arms of the 21st Century: A Complete Guide to Small Arms From Around the World. Iola, Wisconsin: Gun Digest Books. p. 112. ISBN 1-4402-2709-8.
- ^ Jeff Kinard (2003). Pistols: An Illustrated History of Their Impact. New York: ABC-CLIO. p. 282. ISBN 978-1-85109-470-7.
- ^ Hogg, Ian; Walter, John (29 August 2004). Pistols of the World. London: David & Charles. p. 96. ISBN 0-87349-460-1.
- ^ "Exocet". Malaysian Defence. 6 November 2015. Retrieved 13 October 2016.
- ^ Montes, Julio A. (August 2011). "Peruvian Small Arms: Gunning for the Shining Path" (PDF). Small Arms Defense Journal: 25–29.
External links