PT83: The Sneaky Silenced Version of Poland's P83 Pistol

Published on February 5, 2024
Duration: 7:13

The PT-83 is a rare, integrally suppressed prototype variant of Poland's P83 pistol, developed by Works 11. It features a unique automatic slide locking mechanism to reduce mechanical noise, requiring manual racking after each shot. The recoil spring is relocated beneath the suppressor, which also acts as a lock. Only about two dozen were produced before the project was abandoned.

Quick Summary

The PT-83 is a rare, integrally suppressed prototype of Poland's P83 pistol, featuring an automatic slide lock activated by the trigger to minimize firing noise. The recoil spring is relocated beneath the suppressor, which also secures it. Only about two dozen were produced.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the PT-83
  2. 00:49Comparison with Standard P83
  3. 01:07Automatic Slide Locking Mechanism
  4. 02:25Recoil Spring and Suppressor Lock
  5. 02:58Action and Sights
  6. 03:41Disassembly and Internals
  7. 06:19History and Production

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the PT-83 pistol?

The PT-83 is a rare, integrally suppressed prototype variant of the Polish P83 standard army pistol. Developed by Works 11, it features significant modifications to its front end to accommodate the suppressor and a unique automatic slide locking mechanism.

How does the PT-83's silencing mechanism work?

The PT-83 employs an automatic slide lock. When the trigger is pulled, a bar drops to hold the slide in place, preventing the noise of the slide cycling. The slide must be manually racked after each shot.

Where is the recoil spring located on the PT-83?

Unlike the standard P83, the PT-83 relocates its recoil spring to be positioned beneath the integral suppressor. This assembly also functions to lock the suppressor correctly and prevent it from unscrewing during operation.

Why was the PT-83 project abandoned?

The PT-83 project was abandoned by 1988 because the Polish military found the design more complex than anticipated and not strictly essential. Only about two dozen prototypes were ever produced, making it an extremely rare firearm.

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