The German Army (Bundeswehr) has selected a CZ pistol P13 as its new standard sidearm.
CZ was awarded this contract following an open international tender, prevailing over several global competitors. The pistols designated as P13 for the Bundeswehr are based on the CZ P-10 C OR (Optics-Ready) model, chambered in 9×19 mm Parabellum, ensuring full interoperability with existing German and allied ammunition stocks, and featuring a Flat Dark Earth (FDE) finish. It is a modern striker-fired service pistol designed for professional use, renowned for its reliability, durability, and intuitive handling. It features excellent ergonomics, high magazine capacity, and precise construction, making it a preferred choice among military and law enforcement customers in many countries.
In the final phase, Germany could take over 203,000 Czech weapons for up to 56 million euros (1.36 billion CZK), Die Welt reports. In the first phase, this is 65,000 pistols. The contract also includes specially configured training weapons and holsters.
CZ is a leading European manufacturer of firearms for military, law enforcement, and commercial customers, with a tradition dating back to 1936. CZ products are exported to nearly 100 countries worldwide. Through close cooperation with experts and elite military and police units, CZ develops its firearms to meet the evolving needs of modern military and law enforcement forces. CZ is a proud member of Colt CZ Group SE.
About Colt CZ Group SE
Colt CZ Group (Colt CZ) is one of the leading producers of firearms and ammunition for military and law enforcement, personal defense, hunting, sport shooting, and other commercial use. It markets and sells its products mainly under the Colt, CZ (Česká zbrojovka), Colt Canada, Dan Wesson, Sellier & Bellot, Spuhr, swissAA and 4M Tactical brands.
Colt CZ Group is headquartered in the Czech Republic and employs approximately 4,000 people in its production facilities in the Czech Republic, the United States, Canada, Sweden, Switzerland, and Hungary. The Group has been listed on the Prague Stock Exchange since 2020, and its majority shareholder is Česká zbrojovka Partners SE holding.
Source: Colt CZ, Die Welt
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