KBP Instrument Design Bureau 9 x 18mm Makarov pistol Specs and Reference Photo
June 20, 2026
Handgun Profile
The KBP Instrument Design Bureau is listed as a 9 x 18mm Makarov pistol and with Double Action Only (DAO) operation with a catalog thumbnail image.
9 x 18mm Makarov
pistol
Double Action Only (DAO)
Specs
| Make | KBP Instrument Design Bureau |
|---|---|
| Category | Handguns |
| Subgroup | pistol |
| Caliber | 9 x 18mm Makarov |
| Action | Double Action Only (DAO) |
| Made In | Russia |
| Capacity | 14 |
| Weight | 16.22 oz. |
| Overall Length | 5.98" |
| Sights | Iron |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Frame Finish | Black |
| Slide Finish | Blued |
| Grip | Wood |
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What The Database Tells Us
The BulletBlaster database lists the KBP Instrument Design Bureau as a pistol chambered/listed in 9 x 18mm Makarov, with Double Action Only (DAO) action, made in Russia.
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FAQ
What caliber is the KBP Instrument Design Bureau listed with?
The database lists this firearm with 9 x 18mm Makarov.
Who manufactured this firearm?
The listed manufacturer is KBP Instrument Design Bureau.
What action type is listed?
The listed action type is Double Action Only (DAO).