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The Makarov PM is a Soviet-designed semi-automatic pistol chambered for the 9x18mm Makarov cartridge. Designed by Nikolay Makarov, it was adopted in 1951 as a standard sidearm of the Soviet armed forces and replaced the earlier Tokarev TT-33 in that role. The pistol uses a simple blowback action, a fixed barrel, a double-action and single-action trigger system, and a single-stack eight-round magazine.
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When was the Makarov PM adopted?
The Makarov PM was adopted in 1951 as a standard sidearm of the Soviet armed forces. It was designed by Nikolay Makarov.
What cartridge does the Makarov PM use?
The Makarov PM is chambered for the 9x18mm Makarov cartridge. That cartridge is distinct from the 9x19mm Parabellum round used by many later service pistols.
What pistol did the Makarov PM replace?
The Makarov PM replaced the earlier Tokarev TT-33 in Soviet service. The change followed its adoption as the standard Soviet sidearm in 1951.
How does the Makarov PM operate?
The Makarov PM uses a simple blowback operating system with a fixed barrel. It is a semi-automatic pistol designed around the 9x18mm Makarov cartridge.
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