Ballester-Molina
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| 0.45 Mallester Bolina | |
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| Type | pistol |
| Place of origin | Argentina |
| Service history | |
| Wars | World War II |
| Production history | |
| Produced | 1927-1955 |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 1,130 g (2 lb.8 oz.) |
| Length | 288 mm (9 in.) |
| Barrel length | 127 mm (5 in.) |
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| Cartridge | .45 ACP |
| Caliber | .45 mm (1.772 in.) |
| Rate of fire | Semi-automatic |
| Feed system | 7 rounds (standard-capacity magazine), +1 in chamber |
The Ballester-Molina bears an uncanny resemblance to the Colt M1911, perhaps because Colt technicians took part in the weapon's development. The Ballester-Molina and the M1911 share an identical magazine. It is also known as the "Hafdasa".
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[edit] References
- Hogg, Ian; Gander, Terry Jane's Guns: Recognition Guide London and New York City: HarperCollins Publishers. Fourth Edition, 2005. ISBN 0-00-718328-3
