At first glance it may not look anything like the usual weapons in the world. But when we take a look at the design, the Pistolet Polymët-2000 (machine pistol or sub machinegun 2000) combines a number of very interesting features. Albeit looking like a game designers wet dream, every detail of the PP-2000`s construction and design is there on purpose to maximize its’ efficiency as a personal defense weapon. But it’s also both an entry gun for special operations teams and a concealed carry weapon for covert operation (especially in those large warm Russian winter jackets).
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Despite the futuristic look, the internals of PP-2000 are quite simplistic and robust like on most other Russian manufactured and designed weapons. It works on the simple blow-back principle like most other SMGs and PDWs chambered for standard pistol cartridges like 9×19, with an added feature here and there. In this case it`s the hammer itself, which is heavier than the standard. And, having a heavier hammer spring than the usual enables recoil to be lowered, especially when used in conjunction with Russian special 9×19 loadings called 7N21 and 7N31 which make it possible for this small and light weapon weighing in at only 1.5KG with a barrel length of 7.2” to be effective at ranges of over 150 meters.
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The PP-2000 looks a bit bulky, so how is it that light and that easy to carry around now? Simple, it`s only 1.3” thick and has a lower receiver made from polymer with a very easy to manufacture square shaped upper receiver that is also light on its own.
On top of the upper receiver sits the charging handle, which can be turned to the right or left depending on the hand orientation of the user. The fire selector is also very big for its size, together with an enlarged trigger guard, all of which guarantees ease of operation even with the thickest winter gloves.
But wait, there is more, the PP-2000 also has a removable folding stock that can be replaced with a 44 round magazine or even the shorter 20 rounder to enable another magazine to be kept inside the weapon during concealed carry, removing the need for extra magazine pouches.
A mount inside its trigger guard/support grip can house a search light, a very large one compared to most weapons lights, but hey it`s Russian, so it must have a use after all (hint). A picatinny rail sits on top of the receiver to allow the use of various optical systems to be installed for added accuracy and ease of use.
All in all, the designers at the KBP instrument design bureau have shown to us again that Vodka doesn’t always have something to do with drunkenness, sometimes it has something to do with creativity.
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This article was written by weapons and tactical expert Lorenc Berisha. Lorenc contributes to fresh INFOS with weapons related articles. You can follow him on Facebook for more updates.
