Heckler & Koch P7 vs SIG Sauer P226

1975–2008

1984–Present

~150,000 estimated

~1,200,000+ units estimated

190 mm (7.5 in) standard, 165 mm (6.5 in) compact (P7M8)

196 mm (7.7 in) standard; 185 mm (7.3 in) Compact; 210 mm (8.3 in) Tactical

99 mm (3.9 in)

112 mm (4.4 in) standard; 102 mm (4.0 in) Compact; 140 mm (5.5 in) Tactical

0.93 kg (2.05 lb) empty (standard), 0.86 kg (1.90 lb) empty (compact)

985 g (2.17 lb) empty (standard); 1,050 g (2.31 lb) with loaded 15‑round magazine

13 rounds standard (P7), 8 rounds (P7M8), optional 10‑round magazines available

15 rounds standard (9mm); 10 rounds (9mm Compact); 20 rounds (9mm Tactical); also available in 12‑round .40 S&W and 10‑round .45 ACP magazines

Gas‑delayed blowback, closed bolt with sealed barrel and integrated recoil spring within grip