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Daewoo DP51

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Daewoo DP51
Quick Overview
Production
1989 - 2006
Overview

The Daewoo DP51 is a double-action, semi-automatic pistol developed by Daewoo Precision Industries of South Korea. It was adopted by the Republic of Korea Armed Forces as the standard service pistol in 1989. The DP51 is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum and features a unique fast-action trigger system, which combines elements of single-action and double-action operation. The pistol uses a modified Browning-style locked-breech system with a forged steel slide and aluminum alloy frame. The DP51 was also exported commercially under the name Daewoo K5. It is known for its smooth trigger pull and excellent reliability.

Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
190 mm
Barrel Length
104 mm
Weight
0.80 kg
Mechanical
Action Type
Short recoil, locked breech
Trigger Type
Double-action / single-action (Fast Action)
Sights Type
Fixed front and rear with three-dot system
Magazine Capacity
13 rounds
Additional Information
action
Short-recoil, locked breech
rate Of Fire
Semi-automatic
effective Range
50 m

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