The M1895 Nagant
Gas Seal Revolver

 

 

M-1895 Nagant Technical Data

Designer:

Emil Nagant

Designation:

M1895

Manufacturer:

Tula Arsenal

Year Adopted:

1895

Operational Status:

Russia - No longer in use. Replaced by the TT-30/33 and the PM. Although some can still be found in the service of modern Russian police agencies. Usually those without the ability to buy better weapons.

Ammunition

7.62x38N cartridge


7 round cylinder

Method of Operation

Single/Double action revolver

Selector

None

Weight (empty):

0.77 kg (1.65 lbs.)

Maximum Range

Unknown at present

Length:
          Overall:
          Barrel:
   
244 mm (9.06 inches)
144 mm (4.33 inches)

Sights:

Blade front sight, Notch rear sight

Rate of Fire

7 shots per minute
(although it only takes about 15 seconds to empty the weapon, reloading takes much longer).

Muzzle Velocity:

272 Meters per Second (892 Feet per Second)

 

 

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