Pindad PS-01 explained

Pindad PS-01
Origin:Indonesia
Type:Semi-automatic pistol
Is Ranged:yes
Service:Prototypes only
Designer:PT Pindad
Design Date:2007
Manufacturer:PT Pindad
Weight:1.2 kg
Length:2750NaN0
Part Length:1900NaN0
Cartridge:5.56×21mm PINDAD
Action:Blowback
Max Range:100 m
Feed:18-round detachable box magazine
Sights:Iron

The Pindad PS-01 (Pistol Serbu, literally Assault Pistol) is a PDW-caliber pistol developed by Pindad.[1]

History

The PS-01 was developed by Colonel Rihahanto, who developed the pistol from August to September 2007.[2] Working models were first shown at the 2008 Indo Defence Expo & Forum.[3]

After field tests were conducted, the Indonesian military dropped the PS-01 from consideration since it did not have full auto capabilities.[2]

Development

The PS-01 can be equipped with a suppressor on the barrel with pistol-based tactical accessories attached underneath the barrel, using 18-round magazines.[2] It was meant to be used by special forces units, tank and aircraft crew personnel as a self-defense weapon.[2]

The pistol has a barrel length of 190 mm and a weight of 1.234 kg.[2] Its effective firing range is at 100 meters.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: PINDAD PS-01 Assault Pistol 5.56x21mm - . July 2011 .
  2. Web site: https://web.archive.org/web/20190612023609/https://udachnyj-enot.com.ua/pistolet-pindad-ps-01-serbu-indoneziya-2007-god/. Пистолет Pindad PS-01 Serbu (Индонезия. 2007 год) . 2019-05-07. 2023-11-08. 2019-06-12. Ukrainian.
  3. Web site: INDODEFENCE 2008 EXPO & FORUM - Small Arms Review . 2 January 2010 .