Real Guns Of Fallout: Did They Get The 10mm Wrong?

Published on November 14, 2018
Duration: 7:31

This video analyzes the 10mm pistol in the Fallout universe, comparing its in-game representation to real-world firearms. It highlights that while the Fallout 10mm is depicted as a powerful, common round, many real-world pistols resembling Fallout's designs, like the Walther PPK or Makarov, cannot chamber the potent 10mm Auto cartridge. The discussion extends to the actual performance capabilities of the 10mm Auto round in real-world applications.

Quick Summary

The Walther PPK, often the visual inspiration for Fallout's 'Deliverer' pistol, cannot chamber 10mm Auto rounds due to its small frame. Real-world 10mm Auto is a powerful cartridge, distinct from its common in-game portrayal as a balanced pistol round.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Fallout Universe Setting
  2. 00:3410mm Ammo in Fallout
  3. 01:37The Deliverer Unique Weapon
  4. 02:01Real World Counterparts: PPK and Makarov
  5. 03:18Standard 10mm Pistol vs. EAA Witness
  6. 04:26Real World 10mm Auto Performance
  7. 06:12Ammo Availability and Cost

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a real Walther PPK chamber 10mm Auto rounds?

No, a real Walther PPK pistol cannot chamber 10mm Auto rounds. The PPK is a small-frame pistol typically chambered in calibers like .32 ACP or .380 ACP. The 10mm Auto cartridge is significantly larger and more powerful, requiring a much larger firearm frame.

What is 'The Deliverer' in Fallout 4?

'The Deliverer' is a unique 10mm pistol in Fallout 4, visually inspired by the Walther PPK. It offers in-game advantages like a higher hit chance in VATS and a lower action point cost, making it a favored early-to-mid game weapon.

How does Fallout's 10mm ammo compare to real-world 10mm Auto?

In Fallout, 10mm is a common, balanced pistol round. Real-world 10mm Auto is a much more powerful cartridge, capable of significant penetration and energy, often considered a magnum-level pistol round, far exceeding the typical performance of in-game representations.

Is the 10mm pistol in Fallout based on a real gun?

The 'Deliverer' unique pistol in Fallout 4 is visually based on the Walther PPK. The standard 10mm pistol in the game bears a slight resemblance to the EAA Witness in 10mm, particularly in its slide design, though neither real firearm is a direct match.

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