Pistol "Fort 17": characterization and comparison with analogues

Small firearms presented on the market in a wide range. used a gun "Fort 17" Since 2004, the law enforcement agencies of Ukraine. The characteristics that the device and the use of the weapon described in the article.

Introduction

Pistol "Fort-17" - a modern modification of the "Fort-12" model. The weapon is a self-loading pistols using PM munition 9 x 18 mm.

"Fort-17" is a Ukrainian-made pistol. It is engaged in manufacturing of NGO "Fort".

On the history of

In 60-ies of XX century "Heckler & Koch" German engineers have conducted research works on creation of weapons with a frame made of composite material. Issued by the German engineers rifle model VP-70 and P9S began in those years a real breakthrough in the field of arms production. Some of the details and scope of VP-70 and P9S were made of fiber reinforced plastics. This idea was decided to adopt Ukrainian colleagues.

What are the difficulties encountered in the work?

For the manufacture of the gun "Fort 17" required a special graphite electrode. It was necessary to burn off the molds, with the help of which would be produced by casting a composite frame. Data electrode designers did not have. To find an alternative option as it was not possible, because the pistol plastic frames are made exclusively by means of molds. Since this electrode in Ukrainian armourers was not, at first I had to work on his production by realizing sophisticated tools and CNC machines.

Debut

In 2000, construction work on the pistol "Fort-17" was finished. Ukrainian armourers could as soon as possible to make a mold for the further production of frames of reinforced plastics. the first example of "Fort-17" was ready by May 2004. Place showing of the new Ukrainian pistol was the exhibition "Arms and Security-2004", which took place in late October. The use of polymeric materials had a positive effect on the weight of weapons, technology and production costs.

Description Rifle model

Unlike its analog, "Fort 17" is equipped with a plastic frame. For its manufacturing composite polyamide. Its reinforcement is carried out by means of glass fibers. Judging by the numerous reviews, "Fort-17" is very pleasant to the touch and easy to use. The shooter can adjust the size of the gun under his hand, thus increasing the quality of aiming and shooting accuracy. This was made possible thanks to the removable backplate in the handle. Ukrainian armourers three sizes butt pad created. The front part of the pistol frame equipped with special guides, by which the weapon can be equipped with a tactical flashlight or laser pointer.

About

Ukrainian developers have also managed to improve the structural characteristics of the pistol "Fort-17". Frame model is equipped with chrome steel frame. Lever gate delay was subjected to several changes: its rear reinforced portion the spring-loaded locking pin.

The spring, which in the "Fort-12" located between the axis of the slide stop lever and, in the new model pistol seized gunsmiths. All items in the trigger mechanism are manufactured by forging. This prevents them in various voids and microcracks.

On the ammunition supply

12-th and 17-th model gun "Fort" differ from each other and the device also stores for ammunition. In the early version of the store is equipped with a metal lid, and the new model - plastic. For the very first issues of "Fort-17" designed stores capacity of 12 ammunition. After the modifications they can be equipped for 13 rounds. In 2015, the printed edition of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry announced that the magazine capacity has been increased to 15 munitions.

About TTX

• "Fort-17" refers to a type of self-loading pistols.
• Country of origin: Ukraine.
• Manufacturer: NPO "Fort".
• The gun is on the 2004 arms of the year.
• weapon without ammunition Weight is 700 g
• The total length: 18 cm

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• Barrel length: 95 mm.
• Firing is carried cartridge 9 x 18 mm, which is used in the gun Makarov.
• The caliber of ammunition: 9 mm.
• The ammunition supply is carried out from the pistol box-type store. It is presented in two versions with a capacity of 12 and 13 rounds.
• The model is equipped with a trigger mechanism, which is designed for dual action.
• In one minute the arrows with this model can produce up to 40 shots.
• muzzle velocity index is 320 m / s.
• Shooting with the "Fort-17" is effective at distances up to 50 m.
• Today Rifle model is used by special units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the armed conflict in the east of Ukraine.

Modifications

On the basis of "Fort-17" Ukrainian arms designer following shooting models were created:

• Premium gun. The standard "Fort-17" it is distinguished by engraving and gilding.
• 17-I model adapted for left-handed.
• The gun for target shooting. Setting a weapon muzzle brake compensator, designers lengthened barrel 107 to 5 mm. In addition, adjustable sight was designed for the model. The gun was named "Cobra" and was first presented in autumn 2005 at the International Conference on the practical shooting. As Makarov pistol modified "Fort 17" fires cartridges 9 x 18 mm.
• "Cordon". It is a sports-training pistol. Shooting is conducted cartridges 22 LR. Shop is 10 ammunition.
• "Fort 17 Kurz". Shoots bullets ACP 380.
• "Fort-17T". It is a traumatic gun using cartridges RA 9 mm. Store up to 13 munitions. Barrel gun channel is equipped with special projections, completely eliminates fire with live ammunition. For "in trauma" developed special elastic bullet. In 2007, this model was considered a civilian weapon in Russia. Delivery "in trauma" in the Russian Federation carried out by "Umareks-M". In 2011, the supply of guns in Russia were halted due to changes in legislation.
• "Fort-17P". It is a traumatic gun using cartridges RA 9 mm. Shop, as well as in the previous variant, designed for 13 munitions. Rifle model is used by certain categories of employees SMVCHM Ukraine (special motorized military units of the police).

On the Russian analogues of

From parts delivered in Russian, shooting local gunsmiths following variations pistol "Fort-17" have been collected:

• "Jorge." The gun is made on the Klimovsk specialized munitions plant in 2006.

• "Jorge-1". Pistol represents "in trauma." Shooting is RA cartridges 9 mm. The Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs of the model has been certified as a civilian weapon for self-defense. The barrel is equipped with special protrusions channel-limiters. For shooting products manufactured before 2007, provided for the cartridges, the kinetic energy of not more than 50 J. Pistols manufactured since 2007, can be equipped with ammunition capacity of up to 80 J.
• "Jorge-1C". The product is a traumatic gun. The weapon used cartridges RA 9 mm. The barrel channel is equipped with baffles. Russian designers have equipped pistol shop special limiter, resulting in "Jorge-1C" is armed only 10 rounds. Pistol equipped with hidden swivel to which the shooter may mount a safety strap.
• "Thunderstorm-04". Traumatic gun produced at the Russian enterprise "Tehnoarms".

Finally,

In April 2014, the authorities of Ukraine signed a decree on the termination of the military-technical cooperation with Russia. Export of all components for the manufacture of models of traumatic "Jorge" and "Thunderstorm" was suspended.