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Walther
Model P99 QA
Walther Pistol P99 QA .40 S&W Variant-1
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions Width:1.2-in
Length:7.12-in Height:5.37-in
Barrel:4.12-in Weight:25-oz
1 Variant
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (180 grain bullet)181260
  • Recoil Factor (180 grain bullet)9.11 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity13 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor88%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:2004 - 2019
Caliber:.40 S&W
Action:recoil operated semi-automatic
Trigger:striker single-action (SA)
Safety:striker, trigger safety
Magazine:12-round
Frame:black polymer
Grip:integrated polymer
Sights:white 3-dot adjustable
Notes:Quick-Action tactical trigger variant
Manufacturer
Carl Walther GmbH
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Gun Value
MSRP:$629.00Used Est:$500.00
Last Update:2/7/2023
About the Gun

The P99 was developed for law enforcement, security forces and the civilian shooting market as a replacement for the Walther P5 and the P88. It is a striker-fired pistol with a polymer frame and 'Tenifer' treated steel slide. The polymer grip has interchangeable palmswells. The P99 striker-fired action is unique in that operates in a double-action (DA/SA) mode similar to that of hammer-fired pistols. The P99 QA variant is a striker single-action (SA) trigger similar to the Glock. The P99 DAO variant employs a classic double-action only long trigger pull. Also unique to the P99 is a decocking button recessed into the top of the slide, rather than a conventional lever usually found on the side. Other features include an integrated accessory rail and both a loaded chamber and a cocked status indicator.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .40 Smith & Wesson
Alias: N/A
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:180 grains
MV:1007 ft/sec ME:405 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

This cartridge was developed as a joint venture between Winchester and Smith & Wesson. It was an effort to to create a cartridge with the same power as the 10mm Norma round that the FBI had just started using, but in a shorter case. The shorter cartridge would facilitate accuracy and allow use of a smaller, more comfortable grip frame. The .40 S&W has become the cartridge of choice for many law enforcement agencies in the United States.

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User Comments

5 of 5 Stars
Walther p99 QA gen3
By Jhillonly1 on 01 May 2021
I’ve shot almost every handgun made. None have the feel and accuracy of this pistol. Very unique and ultimately comfortable. Lots of features set this gun apart from the rest of the pack.