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[15357]

Anyone know much about the H&K USP Elite? I need information for. Wikipedia is down for me, so I'm asking here.

 

[Geogaddi]

From wiki

When Heckler & Koch introduced the USP in 1993, it marked the first time HK chose to incorporate many traditional handgun design elements in one pistol. Two principles guided its development — the first being the use of molded polymer material, and the second being the creation of a "pistol paradigm".

Heckler & Koch attempted to observe the strong points of its previous successful pistols for insight as to developing "the best" pistol. Previous HK pistol innovations include the unique squeeze cocking mechanism of the HK P7, the precise roller-locked bolt of the P9S, and the double action-only system used by the VP70Z. In contrast to these ambitious designs, the USP uses a Browning linkless-locked breech action, similar to the action developed by John Browning for use in the Browning P35 "Hi Power" pistol. The USP can be safely carried "cocked and locked".

The USP was originally built in .40 S&W and 9 mm Parabellum models, but later evolved into a .45 ACP variant and later spawned the USP Compact series, which is available in 9 mm Parabellum, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, and, exclusively to the Compact model, .357 SIG. Other variants of the standard USP include the USP Tactical, USP Expert, USP Match, and USP Elite.

One of the most important features of the USP is the mechanical recoil reduction system. This system is incorporated into the recoil/buffer spring assembly, located below the barrel. Designed primarily to buffer the slide and barrel and reduce recoil effects on the pistol components, the system also lowers the recoil forces felt by the shooter. The USP recoil reduction system is insensitive to ammunition types and does not require adjustment or maintenance. It functions effectively in all USP models. Using this same recoil reduction system, one of the related HK MK23 .45 ACP Special Operations Pistols fired more than 30,000 +P cartridges and 6,000 proof loads without damage to any major components. Abuse and function-testing of USPs have seen more than 24,000 rounds fired without a component failure.

Major metal components on both the USP and Special Operations Pistol are corrosion-resistant. Outside metal surfaces, such as the steel slide are protected by a nitro-gas carburized black oxide finish. Internal metal parts, such as springs, are coated with an anti-corrosion chemicals to reduce friction and wear.

The USP is the base of the Mk 23 Mod 0, a .45 ACP handgun designed by Heckler & Koch for the USSOCOM. The frame and slide of the USP45 are slightly larger than those found on the USP40 and USP9, much like the Mk 23. The prominent oversized trigger guard allows the use of gloves when firing.

USP

One of the remarkable features of the USP is the wide variety of the trigger styles available, which may be quickly swapped. There are nine commercially available modifications (called "variants" by HK).

By using a modular approach to the internal components, the control functions of the USP can be switched from the left to the right side of the pistol for left handed shooters. The USP can also be converted from one type of trigger/firing mode to another. This includes combination of double-action and single-action (DA/SA) modes and double-action only (DAO) modes.

In addition to a wide selection of trigger/firing modes, the USP has an ambidextrous magazine release lever that is shielded by the trigger guard from inadvertent actuation. The rear of the USP grip is stepped, and combined with the tapered magazine well, makes magazine changes faster due to lack of user-assisted guiding. Finger recesses in the grip frame also aid in magazine removal. On 9 mm and .40 caliber USPs, magazines are constructed of polymer reinforced with stainless steel. Magazines on the USP .45 are all-metal. All USP magazines will drop free of the pistol frame when the magazine release is depressed. Also, the USP does not have a magazine lockout feature — it is possible to fire a chambered round even with the magazine removed. An extended slide release lever is positioned to allow easy operation without changing the grip of the shooting hand.

Variant 1 and 2 (decocking and safety)
Variants 1 (lever on right)and 2 (lever on right) allow the user to carry the pistol in a single-action mode (cocked and locked) with the manual safety engaged. This same pistol, without modification, can be carried in double-action mode, with or without the manual safety engaged, and with the benefit of a decock lever.

Variants 3 and 4 (decocking, but no safety)
Variants 3 (lever on left) and 4 lever on right) provide the user with a frame-mounted decocking lever that does not have the "safe" position. This combination only allows the hammer to be lowered from SA position to DA position. It does not provide the "safe" position to prevent the pistol from firing when the trigger is pulled.

Variants 5 and 6 (double action only)
For the double action only user, variants 5 (lever on left), 6 (lever on right), and 7 of the USP operate as double action only pistols with a bobbed hammer always returning to the DA position (forward) after each shot is fired. To fire each shot, the trigger must be pulled through the smooth DA trigger pull. Variants 5 and 6 have a manual safety lever.

Variants 7 and 8 (double action only, no control lever)
No control lever is provided on variant 7 and 8

Variants 9 and 10 (safety, but no decocking)
Variants 9 (lever on left) and 10 (lever on right) allow the shooter to carry the pistol in a single-action mode (cocked and locked) with the manual safety engaged. This same pistol, without modification, can be carried in double-action mode (hammer down), with or without the manual safety engaged. The single action mode offers a second strike/double action capability in case of a misfire. The control lever has no decocking function on variants 9 and 10.

USP Elite

The USP Elite (9 mm Parabellum, .45 ACP) takes features found on the Tactical, Expert, and Match models, and combines them with a whopping 6.02 in (153 mm) barrel and hand-fitted 9.45 in (240 mm) extended slide. The Elite also includes higher-profile fully adjustable front and rear sights.

 

[15357]

Thank you.

 

[Geogaddi]

Any time, commie crusader.

 

[Dog--]

What are you planning, numbers?

 

[15357]

Wait, is there any info about weight and effective range? (And cost)

 

[Vegeta897]

I'm scared.

 

[Geogaddi]

With magazine, unloaded:
* 748 g (1.65 lb) (USP 9 mm)
* 753 g (1.66 lb) (USP .40)
* 789 g (1.74 lb) (USP .45)
* 1,080 g (2.38 lb) (Match)
* 1,043 g (2.30 lb) (Expert)
* 862 g (1.90 lb) (Tactical)
* 667 g (1.47 lb) (Compact)
* 694 g (1.53 lb) (Compact .40)
* 726 g (1.60 lb) (Compact .45)

It doesn't mention the Elite, although I'd expect it to be on the heavier side with it's longer barrel.

No mention of range, although with a pistol you shouldn't bother with anything outside of a hundred meters or so. If you're looking to do an assasination, a pistol is a bad choice unless you plan do do your target in the back from point blank, prefereably with a silencer attached.

 

[15357]

Ok, thanks. :

If you're looking to do an assasination, a pistol is a bad choice unless you plan do do your target in the back from point blank, prefereably with a silencer attached

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How the heck do you know this?


although If I did plan to do an assasination, I'd just grab the sniper rifle.

 

[Vegeta897]

Don't worry, it's all baseless drivel he learned from watching one too many movies.

 

[Geogaddi]

http://www.gunsamerica.com/guns/976582850.htm

Here's a used one for $1,100

 

[15357]

Hmm. Elite is expensive than the others.

 

[DigiQ8]

#s dont do it !

 

[Maxi]

Shit, the secret service is watching D:

 

[Angry Lawyer]

Your government knows you plan to rebel!

-Angry Lawyer

 

[15357]

Lol.

No, they completely know about this.

 

[Maxi]

They will have you assasinated! Thrown over the border!

 

[sinkoman]

They will have you assasinated! Thrown over the border!

Then, the northerners will fire nuclear missiles at you, claiming that they are merely tests!

 

[the_rebel_medic]

My friend the source is always the best place to find out.

Heckler and Koch Home
Colt Home
Sig Sauer home

That should do it

 

[Sulkdodds]

No, they completely know about this.

Don't tell me they're employing you.

 

[Maxi]

He's going to assasinate Kim Jong Il.

 

[DreadLord]

Crazy numbers.

 

[Smoke]

He's going to assasinate Kim Jong Il.

Oh dear, i almost died.

Honestly, i rofled

 

[AiM]

D:

 

[15357]

Rofl. And thanks to the rebel medic.


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