Walther PDP

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Walther PDP
TypeSemi-automatic pistol
Place of originGermany
Production history
Designed2021
ManufacturerWalther Arms
Unit cost$649
Specifications
Mass23.8 oz (without magazine)
26.9 oz (with empty magazine)
Length8.5 in
Barrel length5 in
Width1.34 in
Height5.7 in
Caliber9×19mm Parabellum
9×21mm
Feed system18 round detachable box magazine
SightsThree dot iron sights
References[1]

The Walther PDP (Performance Duty Pistol) is a 9×19mm Parabellum semi-automatic pistol designed in 2021 by Walther Arms as a replacement for the Walther PPQ. The PDP has been designed to be more modular than previous handguns, and has been described by Walther as their flagship handgun.[2]

History[]

The first pre-production PDPs were distributed in 2020,[3] and the pistol was released in February 2021.[4] As the PDP was released, the PPQ ceased production.[5]

Design[]

The PDP is a striker-fired, recoil operated semi automatic pistol chambered in 9×19mm Parabellum,[6] with a longer grip and larger magazine capacity than the previous Walther design, the PPQ. The PDP is produced in a full-size and subcompact variant.[7] The grip uses a custom texture, which makes acquisition of the red dot easier, and improves handling of the pistol in adverse weather conditions.[8]

The slide on the PDP is milled,[9] allowing it to accept red dot sights without prior modification,[10] and the slide contains serrations above the surface, making it easier to operate.[7] The three-dot iron sight line features the same mounting method that is used on Glock pistols, meaning the PDP can accept aftermarket Glock iron sight lines.[7]

The trigger is cross-compatible with the PPQ, but is lighter due to a shortened takeup. It has a trigger pull of approximately 25 N (5.6 lbf)[3]

Reception[]

American Rifleman called the PDP an "excellent addition to the market that will allow Walther to compete strongly against the established leaders", praising its "best-in-class trigger, excellent controls and exceptional accuracy." The author said that it outperformed other striker-fired pistols he had used in the past, and went on to call the PDP his "current choice" for striker-fired pistols.[11] Guns & Ammo described it as "the most modular and versatile pistol designed by Walther", also noting its accuracy and high quality trigger.[3]

Guns.com called the PDP's ergonomics "revolutionary",[12] and named it as one of the best guns of the year.[13]

References[]

  1. ^ "PDP Full Size 5"". Walther Arms.
  2. ^ B, Eric (2021-02-23). "New Flagship Handgun from Walther Arms: Performance Duty Pistol (PDP)". The Firearm Blog. Retrieved 2021-07-12.
  3. ^ a b c Poole, Eric R. (2021-04-01). "Walther PDP 9mm Pistol: Full Review". Guns and Ammo. Retrieved 2021-07-12.
  4. ^ "New for 2021: Walther PDP Full-Size Handgun". Shooting Illustrated. Retrieved 2021-07-12.
  5. ^ Flanigan, Eve (2021-03-02). "Walther Rolls Out New Performance Duty Pistol (PDP) Line". All Outdoor. Retrieved 2021-07-13.
  6. ^ "NRA Gun of the Week: Walther Full-Size PDP 4.5"". American Rifleman. 2021-04-06.
  7. ^ a b c Martens, Jake (2021-05-25). "Review: Walther PDP". Shooting Sports USA. Retrieved 2021-07-13.
  8. ^ Rodgers, Seth. "Unboxing the New Walther PDP Pistol". Guns.com. Retrieved 2021-07-30.
  9. ^ "New for 2021: Walther PDP Full-Size Handgun". Shooting Illustrated. Retrieved 2021-08-02.
  10. ^ Flanigan, Eve (2021-06-16). "Walther's New PDP 9mm: All It's Cracked Up to Be?". All Outdoor. Retrieved 2021-07-13.
  11. ^ "Review: Walther Arms PDP". American Rifleman. Retrieved 2021-07-26.
  12. ^ "Walther PDP vs Beretta APX in a 15+1 Shootout". Guns.com. Retrieved 2021-07-12.
  13. ^ Doerr, Annette. "Best New Guns Released in 2021". Guns.com. Retrieved 2021-07-12.
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