FAMAE revolver

Last updated
FT-2000
TypeRevolver
Place of originChile
Service history
Used by Chilean armed forces and Gendarmerie [1]
Production history
Manufacturer FAMAE
VariantsSlightly smaller version in .32 Long Colt
Specifications
Mass630g
Length225 mm
Barrel  length82 mm

Cartridge
Action Double-action
Feed systemSix round cylinder
Sightsblade front, frame notch rear

The FAMAE FT-2000 is a double-action, .38 Special, solid frame revolver produced in Chile. [3] A slightly smaller variant is produced in .32 Long Colt. [4] [5]

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  2. Scarlata, Paul (October 1, 2009). "Chilean Military & Police Handgun Cartridges". Shotgun News. p. 18.
  3. Hogg, Ian (1989). Jane's Infantry Weapons 1989-90, 15th Edition. Jane's Information Group. p. 17. ISBN   0-7106-0889-6.
  4. "Famae 0.38 Special revolver (Chile), Pistols". Jane's Infantry Weapons. Jane's Information Group. Jan 21, 2009. Retrieved 2009-06-13.
  5. Jones, Richard (2009). Jane's Infantry Weapons 2009-2010. Jane's Information Group. p. 19. ISBN   978-0-7106-2869-5.