Prabal
India's first long-range revolver
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Prabal is India's first long-range revolver manufactured by the Advanced Weapons and Equipment India (AWEIL).
TypeRevolver
PlaceoforiginIndia
ManufacturerAdvanced Weapons and Equipment India
Unitcost1.26 - 1.4 Lakh Rupees[1]
| Prabal | |
|---|---|
| Type | Revolver |
| Place of origin | India |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Advanced Weapons and Equipment India |
| Unit cost | 1.26 - 1.4 Lakh Rupees[1] |
| Produced | 18 August 2023 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | ≈ 700 g (1.5 lb) excluding cartridges[2] |
| Length | 177.6 mm (6.99 in) |
| Barrel length | 76 mm (3.0 in) |
| Caliber | 0.32 mm |
| Effective firing range | ≈ 50 m (55 yd) |
Design
With a length of 177.6 mm and having a side swing cylinder, it weighs about 700 grams.
The .32 bore has a firing range of up to 50 metres which is almost double the standard firing range of most revolvers.[3][4]
This indigenous revolver is accessible to both arms dealers and civilians who possess a valid license in India.[5]
