Star Model 30M / 30PK

Semi-Automatic Pistol

Spain | 1984

"The Spanish Star Model 30 semi-automatic pistol series utilized an internally-running slide and appeared in the 30M and 30PK forms."

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The Star M series of handguns continued the line of Spanish-made, Browning M1911-based semi-automatic handguns that began in the post-World War 1 (1914-1918) years. Into the 1980s a new modern line was introduced that was headed by the Star 30M. This double-action sidearm utilized a slide-in-rail approach for improved accuracy. An ambidextrous safety was installed and construction was largely of steel. The related Model 30PK brought along a lightweight alloy-based frame instead.

The Star Model 30M/30PK lines were adopted by the police and army of Spain and taken into inventory by security elements and local police of Peru.

The weapon was chambered for the 9x19mm Parabellum which fed through a 15-round detachable box magazine inserted into the grip handle. The 30M was just a smidgeon over 8" inches in overall length while relying on a 4.7" long barrel assembly. The 30PK measured 7.6" long and had a 3.86" long barrel. Muzzle velocity was slightly elevated in the 30M at 1,250 feet-per-second compared to the 1,200 feet-per-second offered by the shorter 30PK series.

The Model 30 line first appeared in the mid-1980s.

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Physical
The physical qualities of the Star Model 30M / 30PK. Information presented is strictly for general reference and should not be misconstrued as useful for hardware restoration or operation.

205 mm
8.07 in
O/A Length

119 mm
4.69 in
Barrel Length

2.51 lb
1.14 kg
Weight

Semi-Automatic; Blowback
Action

9x19mm Parabellum
Caliber(s)

15-round detachable box magazine
Feed

Iron Front and Rear.
Sights

Performance
Performance specifications presented assume optimal operating conditions for the Star Model 30M / 30PK. Information presented is strictly for general reference and should not be misconstrued as useful for hardware restoration or operation.

131 ft
39.9 m | 43.7 yds
Max.Eff.Range

1,250 ft/sec
381 m/sec
Muzzle Velocity

Variants
Notable series variants as part of the Star Model 30M / 30PK Semi-Automatic Pistol family line.

Model 30 - Base Series Designation

Model 30M - Base series model

Model 30PK - forged steel construction with light alloy frame; shorter overall length and barrel length; slightly reduced muzzle velocity.

Operators
Global customers who have evaluated and/or operated the Star Model 30M / 30PK. Nations are displayed by flag, each linked to their respective national small arms listing.

Contractor(s): Star-Bonifacio Echeverria SA - Spain

[ Peru; Spain ]

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Design Qualities
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PISTOL/SIDEARM

Recognition
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