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Small arms1967–present
Integrally suppressed semi-automatic pistol
PB (pistol) is a integrally suppressed semi-automatic pistol originating in Soviet Union. It was built by Izhevsk Mechanical Plant (1967–2013) Kalashnikov Concern (2013–present). Reported operators include KGB / FSB Soviet Army reconnaissance Russian Airborne Forces (VDV).
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Sourced dimensions beside a 1.75 m human reference.
Points represent sourced observations, including revisions. Revisions on the same effective date are not separate inventory events. Ranges appear in the table and are not plotted as exact points.
| Observation / report period | Value | Source | Claim state |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Sept 2026 | 0.308 m | Wikipedia contributors | approved |
| 28 Sept 2026 | 0.308 m | Wikipedia contributors | superseded |
Integrally suppressed semi-automatic pistol
Soviet Union
1967–present
KGB / FSB Soviet Army reconnaissance Russian Airborne Forces (VDV)
A.A. Deryagin
Izhevsk Mechanical Plant (1967–2013) Kalashnikov Concern (2013–present)
1967–present
0.98 kg (2.2 lb)
308 mm (12.1 in) (with suppressor) 170 mm (6.7 in) (without suppressor)
105 mm (4.1 in) (11,65 calibers)
9×18mm Makarov
Simple blowback , DA/SA
30 rounds/minute
290 m/s (950 ft/s)
8-round detachable box magazine ( Makarov pistol )
Open iron sights
Belarus
Russia
Ukraine
Reference text from Wikipedia contributors, used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
PB (pistol) equipment records. Variants, orders and quantities are shown as reported in each inventory source; coverage is incomplete.
KGB / FSB Soviet Army reconnaissance Russian Airborne Forces (VDV)
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