Sig P320/M18 Pistol

Published on February 9, 2020
Duration: 28:22

The Sig Sauer P320 M18 is a highly modular and reliable 9x19mm NATO pistol, chosen as the Modular Handgun System for the US military. It offers excellent accuracy for a combat pistol, with a compact slide on a full-size grip. While reliable, the trigger can conduct significant heat during high-volume fire, and its modularity allows for easy customization and maintenance.

Quick Summary

The Sig Sauer P320 M18 is a 9x19mm NATO pistol adopted by the US military as part of the Modular Handgun System (MHS). It features a compact slide on a full-size grip, offering excellent modularity and reliability, with impressive accuracy achieving groups under 2 inches at 15 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & MHS Program History
  2. 05:35M17 vs. M18 Comparison
  3. 07:05Technical Specifications
  4. 08:26LaserMax Defense PAIL Module
  5. 11:56Military vs. Commercial Variants
  6. 18:46Disassembly and Modularity
  7. 21:59Range Testing and Ammunition
  8. 26:07Accuracy and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Sig Sauer P320 M18 pistol?

The Sig Sauer P320 M18 is a 9x19mm NATO caliber pistol adopted by the US military as part of the Modular Handgun System (MHS) program. It features a compact slide on a full-size grip, known for its modularity and reliability.

How does the Sig M18 compare to the M17?

The M18 is a more compact version of the M17, featuring a shorter 3.9-inch barrel and slide compared to the M17's 4.7-inch barrel and full-size slide, while retaining the same full-size grip module.

What are the key features of the Sig P320 M18's modularity?

The P320's core is a serialized chassis containing the trigger group. This allows users to easily swap grip modules of different sizes and colors, as well as slides and barrels, without needing a new firearm registration.

How accurate is the Sig P320 M18?

The Sig P320 M18 demonstrates excellent accuracy for a combat pistol, achieving groups just under 2 inches at 15 yards with 21 rounds during testing.

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