Walther SP22

The SP22 is a modular semi-automatic pistol manufactured by Walther Sportwaffen and distributed by Smith & Wesson. The SP22 is chambered in .22 LR and is designed for sport and competition shooting. It is manufactured with a composite receiver, aluminum housing, and all-steel internal components. Walther has four different models of the SP22: the SP22 M1, SP22 M2, SP22 M3 and SP22 M4, as well as multiple accessories for customizing.[5]

Walther SP22
Walther SP22 - M3
Type	Semi-automatic pistol
Place of origin	Germany
Production history
Designed	2007
Manufacturer	Carl Walther GmbH Sportwaffen
Produced	2008–2010
Variants	See Variants: SP22 - M1[1] SP22 - M2[2] SP22 - M3[3] SP22 - M4[4]
Specifications
Mass	27 oz (770 g) (M1)[1] 27 oz (770 g) (M2)[2] 27 oz (770 g) (M3)[3] 32.5 oz (920 g) (M4)[4]
Length	7.68 in (19.5 cm) (M1)[1] 9.65 in (24.5 cm) (M2)[2] 9.65 in (24.5 cm) (M3)[3] 10.24 in (26.0 cm) (M4)[4]
Barrel length	4 in (10 cm) (M1)[1] 6 in (15 cm) (M2)[2] 6 in (15 cm) (M3)[3] 6 in (15 cm) (M4)[4]
Width	1.5 in (3.8 cm) (M1)[1] 1.5 in (3.8 cm) (M2)[2] 1.5 in (3.8 cm) (M3)[3] 1.97 in (5.0 cm) (M4)[4]
Height	5.11 in (13.0 cm) (M1)[1] 5.11 in (13.0 cm) (M2)[2] 5.11 in (13.0 cm) (M3)[3] 6.1 in (15 cm) (M4)[4]
Cartridge	.22 Long Rifle[1]
Action	Short recoil operated, Single Action[1]
Feed system	10-round detachable box magazine[1]
Sights	Adjustable notch and post sight

Variants

SP22 M1

The basic version of the pistol is the SP22 M1. The M1 is equipped with a 4-inch (10 cm) standard barrel, adjustable steel sights, and a two-stage trigger complete with adjustable trigger stop.

SP22 M2

The M2 model features a longer, 6-inch (15 cm) barrel for increased velocity and accuracy.

SP22 M3

The M3 model features a 6-inch (15 cm) match-grade barrel along with an adjustable match trigger. It also has removable Picatinny-style rails on top of, and underneath the housing. The M3 also comes larger polymer grips, and a quick-release magazine catch.

SP22 M4

The M4 model retains the same standard features that are found on the M3, but includes a contoured adjustable wooden grip with hand support, and lacks the Picatinny-style rails.

See also

• Walther P22

References

1. "SP22 - M1". Smith & Wesson. Retrieved 19 December 2012.
2. "SP22 - M2". Smith & Wesson. Retrieved 19 December 2012.
3. "SP22 - M3". Smith & Wesson. Retrieved 19 December 2012.
4. "SP22 - M4". Smith & Wesson. Retrieved 19 December 2012.
5. "SP22 Flyer" (PDF). WaltherAmerica.com. Retrieved 12 December 2012.

External links

• Walther.com SP22