Prabal is India's first long-range revolver manufactured by the Advanced Weapons and Equipment India (AWEIL). With a length of 177.6 mm and having a side swing cylinder, it weighs about 700 grams. The .32 bore has a firing range of up to 50 meters which is almost double the standard firing range of most revolvers.[3][4]
Prabal | |
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Type | Revolver |
Place of origin | India |
Production history | |
Manufacturer | Advanced Weapons and Equipment India |
Unit cost | 1.26 - 1.4 Lakh Rupees[1] |
Produced | 18 August 2023 |
Specifications | |
Mass | ≈ 700 g (1.5 lb) excluding cartridges[2] |
Length | 177.6 mm (6.99 in) |
Barrel length | 76 mm (3.0 in) |
Caliber | 0.32 mm |
Effective firing range | ≈ 50 m (55 yd) |
This indigenous revolver is accessible to both arms dealers and civilians who possess a valid license in India.[5]
See also
edit- India's gun law - The Arms Act, 1959
References
edit- ^ "Prabal, India's lightweight long-range revolver, is here". The Times of India. 19 August 2023. Retrieved 20 August 2023.
- ^ "India's first Long Range revolver 'Prabal' to be launched today: Report". mint. 18 August 2023.
- ^ "India's first long-range revolver "Prabal" to be launched this week on August 18". The Economic Times. 15 August 2023. Retrieved 18 August 2023.
- ^ "Prabal: India First Long Range Revolver Set To Be Launched Today - How Is It Different From Other Models". www.india.com. Retrieved 18 August 2023.
- ^ "Amid rising gun crimes, India launches 1st long-range revolver; makes it accessible for civilians". The New Indian Express. 19 August 2023. Retrieved 20 August 2023.