The SP22 is a modular semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Walther Sportwaffen and distributed by Smith & Wesson. The SP22 is chambered in .22 LR (5.6 mm) and is designed for sport and competition shooting. It is manufactured with a composite receiver, aluminum housing, and all-steel internal components. Walther has four different models of the SP22: the SP22 M1, SP22 M2, SP22 M3 and SP22 M4, as well as multiple accessories for customizing.[5]

Walther SP22
Walther SP22 - M3
TypeSemi-automatic pistol
Place of originGermany
Production history
Designed2007
ManufacturerCarl Walther GmbH Sportwaffen
Produced2008–2010
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Specifications
Mass
  • 27 oz (770 g) (M1)[1]
  • 27 oz (770 g) (M2)[2]
  • 27 oz (770 g) (M3)[3]
  • 32.5 oz (920 g) (M4)[4]
Length
  • 7.68 in (19.5 cm) (M1)[1]
  • 9.65 in (24.5 cm) (M2)[2]
  • 9.65 in (24.5 cm) (M3)[3]
  • 10.24 in (26.0 cm) (M4)[4]
Barrel length
  • 4 in (10 cm) (M1)[1]
  • 6 in (15 cm) (M2)[2]
  • 6 in (15 cm) (M3)[3]
  • 6 in (15 cm) (M4)[4]
Width
  • 1.5 in (3.8 cm) (M1)[1]
  • 1.5 in (3.8 cm) (M2)[2]
  • 1.5 in (3.8 cm) (M3)[3]
  • 1.97 in (5.0 cm) (M4)[4]
Height
  • 5.11 in (13.0 cm) (M1)[1]
  • 5.11 in (13.0 cm) (M2)[2]
  • 5.11 in (13.0 cm) (M3)[3]
  • 6.1 in (15 cm) (M4)[4]

Cartridge.22 Long Rifle (5.6 mm)[1]
ActionShort recoil operated, Single action[1]
Feed system10-round detachable box magazine[1]
SightsAdjustable notch and post sight

Variants

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SP22 M1

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The basic version of the pistol is the SP22 M1. The M1 is equipped with a 4-inch (10 cm) standard barrel, adjustable steel sights, and a two-stage trigger complete with adjustable trigger stop.[citation needed]

SP22 M2

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The M2 model features a longer, 6-inch (15 cm) barrel for increased velocity and accuracy.[citation needed]

SP22 M3

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The M3 model features a 6-inch (15 cm) match-grade barrel along with an adjustable match trigger. It also has removable Picatinny-style rails on top of, and underneath the housing. The M3 also comes larger polymer grips, and a quick-release magazine catch.[citation needed]

SP22 M4

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The M4 model retains the same standard features that are found on the M3, but includes a contoured adjustable wooden grip with hand support, and lacks the Picatinny-style rails.[citation needed]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f g h i "SP22 - M1". Smith & Wesson. Retrieved 19 December 2012.
  2. ^ a b c d e f "SP22 - M2". Smith & Wesson. Retrieved 19 December 2012.
  3. ^ a b c d e f "SP22 - M3". Smith & Wesson. Retrieved 19 December 2012.
  4. ^ a b c d e f "SP22 - M4". Smith & Wesson. Retrieved 19 December 2012.
  5. ^ "SP22 Flyer" (PDF). WaltherAmerica.com. Retrieved 12 December 2012.
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