CSIG QX-04 (CS/LP6)

Semi-Automatic Service Pistol

China | 2011

"The QX-04, used by Chinese military and police units, was debuted in May of 2011."

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As it stands today (2017), the modern Chinese Army (People's Liberation Army = PLA) showcases no fewer than ten accepted semi-automatic handgun types. This includes the locally-designed, developed and produced QX-04 series used by both the Army and several police units of China. The overseeing brand label of the product is China South Industries Group Corporation and manufacturing began in 2011.

Outwardly, the QX-04 offers a most modern appearance. It has a full-length slide component over the barrel and action that is ribbed for better management. The slide also showcases iron sights for aiming. The slide release and safety controls are set to the sides of the slide in the usual way. The pistol grip is well-contoured to better fit the hand and doubles as the magazine well, magazines inserted into the base. The grip section also contains the magazine release. The trigger is thin and is protected by a ring. Under the front end of the gun is a short section of rail for supporting various tactical accessories including aimers and flashlights.

The QX-04 is primary chambered for the 9x19mm Parabellum pistol cartridge but also comes in other chambered forms to support other popular rounds including 7.62x25mm Tokarev, .40 S&W and .45 ACP. Using these other cartridges requires changing out of certain major components including the barrel and magazine to accommodate the different sized rounds at play. In this way, the pistol is quite modular and ready to suit operator requirements. In any case, the semi-automatic function of the weapon relies on some sort of proven blowback action.

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Physical
The physical qualities of the CSIG QX-04 (CS/LP6). Information presented is strictly for general reference and should not be misconstrued as useful for hardware restoration or operation.

190 mm
7.48 in
O/A Length

110 mm
4.33 in
Barrel Length

1.65 lb
0.75 kg
Weight

Semi-Automatic; Blowback
Action

9x19mm Parabellum; .45 ACP; 7.62x25mm Tokarev; .40 S&W (model dependent).
Caliber(s)

15-Round Detachable Box Magazine (depending on chambering).
Feed

Iron Front and Rear.
Sights

Performance
Performance specifications presented assume optimal operating conditions for the CSIG QX-04 (CS/LP6). Information presented is strictly for general reference and should not be misconstrued as useful for hardware restoration or operation.

165 ft
50.3 m | 55.0 yds
Max.Eff.Range

1,150 ft/sec
351 m/sec
Muzzle Velocity

Variants
Notable series variants as part of the CSIG QX-04 (CS/LP6) Semi-Automatic Service Pistol family line.

QX-04 - Base Series Designation.

CS/LP6 - Alternative Designation.

Operators
Global customers who have evaluated and/or operated the CSIG QX-04 (CS/LP6). Nations are displayed by flag, each linked to their respective national small arms listing.

Contractor(s): China South Industries Group (CSGC) - China

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Design Qualities
Some designs are single-minded in their approach while others offer a more versatile solution to requirements.

PISTOL/SIDEARM

Recognition
Some designs stand the test of time while others are doomed to never advance beyond the drawing board; let history be their judge.

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Going Further...
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