The Grendel P30 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire. Designed by George Kellgren and manufactured by Grendel Inc., it uses a 30-round Zytel magazine and was available with a 5 or 8 inch barrel. A carbine version (R-31) was also offered. It was manufactured from 1990 to 1994.
Grendel P30 | |
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Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
Place of origin | United States |
Production history | |
Designer | George Kellgren |
Manufacturer | Grendel Inc. |
Produced | 1990–1994 |
Specifications | |
Mass | 21 ounces (5" barrel model) |
Length | 8.5" (5" barrel model) |
Barrel length | 5" or 8" |
Cartridge | .22 Winchester Magnum Rimfire |
Feed system | 30 round detachable box magazine |
The P-30 uses a straight blow-back operation, with the assistance of a fluted chamber to reduce case friction during extraction.
See also
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edit- Michalowski, Kevin (2004). The Gun Digest Book of Guns for Personal Defense. Iola, Wis.: KP Books. ISBN 0-87349-931-X.