FN Five-seveN facts for kids
Quick facts for kids FN Five-seveN |
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Five-seven USG with twenty 5.7×28mm cartridges
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| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | Belgium |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2000–present |
| Used by | 40+ nations (see Who Uses the Five-seveN?) |
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| Production history | |
| Designed | 1993–1998 |
| Manufacturer | FN Herstal |
| Unit cost | US$1,200 |
| Produced | 1998–present |
| Variants | See Different Types of Five-seveN Pistols:
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| Specifications | |
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| Length | 208 mm (8.2 in) |
| Barrel length | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Width | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Height | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
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| Cartridge | FN 5.7×28mm |
| Action | Delayed blowback |
| Rate of fire | Semi-automatic |
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| Effective firing range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Maximum firing range | 1,510 m (1,651 yd) |
| Feed system | Detachable box magazine; capacities:
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The FN Five-seveN is a special kind of pistol. It was designed and made by a company called Fabrique Nationale d’Armes de Guerre-Herstal, or FN Herstal, in Belgium. The pistol's name, "Five-seveN," comes from its 5.7-millimeter bullet size. The way "Five-seveN" is written, with the big "F" and "N," is a clever way to highlight the company's initials, FN.
This pistol was created at the same time as another weapon, the FN P90. Both use the same special FN 5.7×28mm ammunition. The P90 came out in 1990, and the Five-seveN followed in 1998. It was designed to be a partner to the P90.
The Five-seveN shares many cool features with the P90. It's a very light weapon because it's made mostly of polymer (a type of plastic). It can hold many bullets in its magazine. It's also easy for both right-handed and left-handed people to use. Plus, it has low recoil, which means it doesn't kick back much when fired. This makes it easier to control.
At first, FN only sold the Five-seveN to military groups and police forces. But since 2004, it has also been sold to regular people. They can use it for things like personal protection or target shooting. Even though the civilian version uses different ammunition, its release caused some debate.
Today, the Five-seveN is used by military and police in more than 40 countries. These include places like Canada, France, India, and the United States. In the U.S., many police groups use it, including the U.S. Secret Service. It has also become quite popular with civilian shooters.
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How the Five-seveN Was Designed
The FN Five-seveN pistol was created to be a modern and effective handgun. It was designed to work perfectly with the special 5.7×28mm ammunition. This ammunition was also developed by FN Herstal.
Lightweight and Strong Materials
One of the most important parts of the Five-seveN's design is the materials it's made from. It uses a lot of polymer plastic. This makes the pistol very light, which is helpful for carrying it around. Even the metal part that slides back and forth when you shoot, called the slide, is covered in a polymer shell. This design makes the pistol strong but not heavy.
Easy to Handle
The Five-seveN is known for being easy to use. It has controls that work for both right-handed and left-handed people. This is called being ambidextrous. It also has very low recoil. This means when you fire it, the gun doesn't push back hard against your hand. This makes it easier to aim and shoot accurately, especially if you need to shoot quickly.
Who Uses the Five-seveN?
The FN Five-seveN is a popular choice for many different groups around the world. It's used by military forces and police officers in over 40 countries.
Military and Law Enforcement Use
- Many countries choose the Five-seveN for their soldiers and police.
- It's used in places like Canada, France, Greece, India, Poland, and Spain.
- In the United States, various law enforcement groups, including the U.S. Secret Service, use this pistol.
- It has been used in several conflicts, such as the War in Afghanistan and the Mexican Drug War.
Civilian Use
- Since 2004, the Five-seveN has also been available for regular people to buy.
- Civilians use it for things like personal protection and target shooting.
- It has become more and more popular with civilian shooters in the United States.
Different Types of Five-seveN Pistols
Over the years, FN Herstal has made several versions of the Five-seveN pistol. Each version has slight differences or improvements.
- Five-seven: This is the original model.
- Five-seven Tactical: An early version.
- Five-seven IOM: This stands for "Individual Officer Model."
- Five-seven USG: This stands for "United States Government."
- Five-seven FDE, ODG: These versions come in different colors, FDE (Flat Dark Earth) and ODG (Olive Drab Green).
- Five-seven MK2: This is a newer, updated version.
Images for kids
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Polymer materials are used a lot in the Five-seven's design. Even the steel slide is covered in a polymer shell.
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5.7×28mm bullets used in the Five-seveN. From left to right: SS195LF hollow point, SS196SR V-Max, and SS197SR V-Max.
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The Five-seveN makes a loud noise and a bright flash when fired. But it has about 30% less recoil than a 9×19mm pistol, making it easier to control.
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The tritium-lit fixed sights of the Five-seveN USG pistol. You can see them in normal light and in dim light.
See also
In Spanish: FN Five-seveN para niños
