CZ 75 Compact
Action
Calibre
Magazine
9mm
Semi-Auto
Greater than 10
The CZ 75 is a semi-automatic pistol made by Czechfirearm manufacturer ČZUB. First introduced in 1975, it is one of the original "wonder nines" and features a staggered-column magazine, all-steel construction, and a hammer forgedbarrel. It is widely distributed throughout the world and is the most common handgun in the Czech Republic.
The CZ 75 is a short recoil operated, locked breech pistol. It uses the Browning linkless cam locking system similar to that used in the Browning Hi-Power pistol, where the barrel and slide are locked together on firing, using locking lugs milled into the barrel mating with recesses in the roof of the slide. An enclosed cam track integral with the barrel is actuated by the slide release lever's transverse pin. After the first few millimetres of the recoil stroke, the barrel is cammed downwards at the rear, enabling the slide to continue the recoil stroke and eject the spent cartridge,
The CZ 75 is considered one of the one of the first Wonder Nine handguns Referring to the Calibre 9mm. most models have double-action/single action triggers and feature a frame-mounted manual safety. This allows the CZ 75 to be carried with the hammer cocked with safety applied and a round chambered, ready for use simply by switching the safety off, a configuration known.
Wonder Nine refers to any semi-automatic pistol that is chambered in 9×19mm Parabellum and has a staggered column magazine, as well as a double-action trigger for at least the first shot.
The pistol uses a unique design with internal slide groves.
The Cz 75 was so successful multiple Variations were produced.
CZ 75 Compact
A standard CZ 75 with a slightly shortened grip and 3.75-inch barrel. The original versions is all steel action. First produced 1993
The CZ has been used around the world by Police and Military. CZ 75 was used by Qld Police Tactical Response Group in 1985. (now sert)