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[[Image:Pistol Russian PSS in 7.62x41mm SP-4 special purpose noiseless cartridge.jpg|thumb| | [[Image:Pistol Russian PSS in 7.62x41mm SP-4 special purpose noiseless cartridge.jpg|thumb|401px|right|PSS - 7.62x42mm SP-4]] | ||
The Russian '''PSS''' is a pistol using the unique 7.62x42mm noiseless cartridge, developed in 1980. A Soviet-era Black Ops weapon, it was used by Russian secret police or special forces. | The Russian '''PSS''' is a pistol using the unique 7.62x42mm noiseless cartridge, developed in 1980. A Soviet-era Black Ops weapon, it was used by Russian secret police or special forces. | ||
Revision as of 08:31, 18 February 2012
The Russian PSS is a pistol using the unique 7.62x42mm noiseless cartridge, developed in 1980. A Soviet-era Black Ops weapon, it was used by Russian secret police or special forces.
Contrary to what might be expected, the relatively long cartridge length for this pistol is not largely filled with smokeless powder (as is the case for most conventional pistol cartridges), but is instead dedicated to a unique piston system that, when the cartridge is triggered, delivers enough force to fire the bullet to an effective range of 25 m, afterwards sealing the cartridge neck to prevent the escape of flash, smoke, or noise. This unique system is what allows the PSS to achieve virtually noiseless semi-automatic operation without the use of bulky suppressors or slide locks that would hamper its concealability or quick deployment. This same feature, however, is also responsible for the weapon's very short range.
Specifications
Cartridge: 7.62×42 mm SP-4
Action: Recoil-operated
Effective range: 25 m
Feed system: 6-round detachable box
The 6P28 PSS silent pistol appears in the following:
Video Games
| Game Title | Appears as | Mods | Notation | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boiling Point: Road to Hell | Silenced Pistol | Can upgrade to a 9 round magazine | 2005 | |
| 7.62 High Calibre | PSS SP-4 | 2008 | ||
| Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots | PSS | 2008 | ||
| SOCOM: US Navy SEALs Fireteam Bravo 3 | PSS | w/ variety of accessories | 2010 |
See Also
- TsNIITochMash - A list of all firearms manufactured by TsNIITochMash.