Astra 600 | |
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Place of origin | Spain |
Service history | |
In service | 1944–1960s |
Used by | See Users |
Wars | World War II |
Production history | |
Manufacturer | Astra-Unceta y Cia SA |
No. built | 59,400[1] |
Specifications | |
Mass | 1.08 kg (2.4 lb)[2] |
Length | 205 mm (8.1 in)[2] |
Barrel length | 135 mm (5.3 in)[2] |
Cartridge | 9×19mm Parabellum |
Action | Blowback operated |
Feed system | 8-round box magazine[2] |
Sights | Blade, V-notch |
The Astra 600 is a Spanish semi-automatic pistol that was used during World War II by the Wehrmacht. Designed by Unceta y Cia, it was a shortened version of the Astra 400 manufactured to fire 9×19mm Parabellum, which was the standard pistol ammunition for Germany at the time. The Astra 600 was designated the Pistole Astra 600/43 when used by the German Military during World War II. Approximately 59,400 Astra 600s were manufactured before production ceased.