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MSP Groza silent pistol
TypeSilent, derringer
Place of originSoviet Union
Service history
Used bySoviet Union
Russia
WarsCold War
Soviet–Afghan War
Production history
Designed1972
ManufacturerTula Arsenal
Produced1972–2002
Specifications
Mass530 g
Length115 mm
Barrel length2×66 mm

Cartridge7.62×38 SP-3
Caliber7.62 mm
Barrels2
ActionBreak-action, Double Action Only
Muzzle velocity200 m/s
Feed system2-round clip
SightsFixed, iron sights

The MSP Groza ("thunderstorm") silent pistol is a double-barrel, derringer-type firearm designed in the Soviet Union in 1972.[1] The firearm is chambered for the silent 7.62×38 SP-3 cartridge which is fed via a two-round clip. The weapon was designed at the request of the Spetsnaz and KGB as an assassination weapon. It is no longer in production, having been superseded by more modern designs.

The weapon was used operationally in Afghanistan and in Central America during the Cold War.[2]

Design

The Groza uses a specialised cartridge. When fired, an internal piston within the cartridge launches the bullet forward and retains all the gases within the barrel, thus making a near silent weapon.[2]

See also

References

  1. ^ Woodard, W. Todd (24 October 2016). Cartridges of the World: A Complete and Illustrated Reference for Over 1500 Cartridges. Iola, Wisconsin: F+W Media, Inc. p. 428. ISBN 978-1-4402-4642-5.
  • ^ a b Cutshaw, Charles Q. (2006). Tactical Small Arms of the 21st Century. Iola, Wisconsin: Krause Publications. pp. 101–102. ISBN 0-87349-914-X.
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