Ibanez PDP
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| Ibanez PDP Pistola Defensiva Policial Police Defense Pistol | |
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| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin |  Temuair |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Ibanez SA |
| Produced | 2011–present |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 695 g (24.5 oz) |
| Length | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Barrel length | 102 mm (4.0 in) |
| Width | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Height | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Cartridge | 9x19 mm 9x19 mm B2013 10×22 mm 11.43×23mm |
| Action | Short recoil operated locked breech |
| Muzzle velocity | 408 m/s (1,340 ft/s) |
| Effective firing range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Feed system | 10, 10 to 17-round magazines depending on caliber |
| Sights | Interchangeable 3-dot iron sight |
The Ibanez PDP (Pistola Defensiva Policial; Police Defense Pistol) is a semi-automatic pistol developed by Ibanez SA of Temuair and is intended for law enforcement, security forces, and military use as well as the civilian market. It is available in several common calibers including 9x19 mm, 10×22 mm and, 11.43×23mm
In 2011, the Imperial Marshals Service announced it would be adopting the Ibanez PDP to replace the services Ibanez PSP series pistols in service.
Development and Design
The Ibanez PDP is a short recoil-operated locked breech semi-automatic pistol that uses a modified cam-lock system adapted from the L9A1 Hi-Power pistol. The PDP has a glassfiber-reinforced polymer frame and steel slide assembly. It can be broken down into its main parts or field stripped with a take down catch without the help of tools.
The internal preset striker 'Quick Defense' trigger of the PDP is a departure from previous Ibanez pistols and was developed especially for the PDP series of pistol. When the trigger is pulled, the trigger bar engages a disconnect lever, which props up a sear hook, which releases the fully pre-loaded striker assembly, firing the pistol. The PDP trigger pull is entirely due to the trigger and disconnector springs. The PPO has a trigger travel of approximately 9 mm (0.4 in) with a relatively short trigger reset of 2.5 mm (0.1 in) and a trigger pull of approximately 25 N (5.6 lbf). Unlike many other trigger systems, preset internal strikers have a let-off point and trigger pull that remains unchanged from the first shot to the last and requires no decocker. It should be noted that the striker of the PDP variant does not protrude from the back of the slide, as the firearm is in a constant cocked state.
Ergonomics and fully ambidextrous controls were a key focus in the design of the firearm, and as a result, three interchangeable grip backstraps are included (small, medium and large) to accommodate various hand shapes and sizes; this feature permits most shooters a comfortable and efficient grip on the firearm. The injection molded grip frame contains four steel guide rails for the slide: two at the rear of the frame, and the remaining pair above the front of the trigger guard. The trigger guard itself is squared off at the front and textured. The polymer grip has a texturized non-slip surface on the sides and both the front and rear backstraps and a slightly funneled magazine well to aid magazine insertion. The hollow cross pin that secures the lower end of the backstrap was designed to function as a loophole for attachment of a lanyard. Under the dust cover the grip frame has an integrated mounting rail for attaching accessories, such as a tactical light or laser pointer.
The slide and other metal parts of the pistol are tenifer, a process adding a slight thickness to the weapon and characterized by extreme resistance to wear and corrosion; it penetrates the metal, and treated parts have similar properties even below the surface to a certain depth. The Tenifer process produces a matte gray-colored, non-glare surface with an extreme hardness rating and a 99% resistance to salt water corrosion making the PDP particularly suitable for individuals carrying the pistol concealed as the highly chloride-resistant finish allows the pistol to better endure the effects of perspiration or the elements, an ideal characteristic for a police duty pistol.
The PDP features three internal safeties (trigger safety, firing pin safety and disconnector safety) of which the external integrated trigger safety inner lever mechanism contained within the trigger serves as an additional passive drop safety. The pistol has a loaded chamber indicator in the form of an extractor on the right side of the slide that gets recessed in the slide when a cartridge is present in the chamber. When the extractor is recessed a red coloured indicator at the end of the extractor also becomes visible.
The PDP series is also capable of reliably firing and cycling overpressure ammunition; such as the 9x19 mm B2013, which is designed to produce a higher muzzle velocity and stopping power, and is generally intended for defensive purposes.
Variants
Breza PNT
The Breza TNP (Pistola Naval Táctica; Tactical Naval Pistol) is a variant that has a firing mechanism that has been modified for operations in and near water. A non-standard hole in the striker channel ensures sufficient water displacement if the weapon becomes completely flooded with water. Hydraulic resistance is offset by means of a stronger striker spring. In addition, special guides reduce the hydraulic resistance when the striker moves forward. These pistols are delivered with a standard staggered-column magazine and a second magazine with a +2 baseplate that add 2 rounds to the magazine capacity. A version intended to be used with a suppressor is identical to the PNT, but features a 118 mm (4.6 in) long special barrel with a threaded muzzle.
Operators
- Temuair
- The Imperial Marshals Service announced in 2016 it would be adopting the Breza PPO. Acquisition began in 2017 and is ongoing.
- Imperial Navy of Temuair: the PNT is the standard sidearm of the Aisling Imperial Navy Special Boarding Unit