The Walther PDP delivers enhanced ergonomics and precision engineering for shooters demanding professional-grade performance in a striker-fired platform. This optic-ready configuration eliminates the need for slide modifications while maintaining the reliability expected from Walther's Performance Duty Pistol line.
What Makes This Different
The PDP incorporates Walther's SuperTerrain Slide Serrations and Performance Duty Trigger for superior control and consistent break characteristics. The optic-ready slide accepts popular red dot sights without requiring gunsmithing, while the enlarged trigger guard accommodates gloved hands. Walther's proprietary grip texture provides secure purchase without excessive abrasiveness during extended shooting sessions.
Key Features
- Optic-ready slide with pre-cut mounting plates for major red dot manufacturers
- 5-inch barrel length optimizes velocity and sight radius for accuracy
- 18+1 capacity with included magazines
- Picatinny rail system accommodates tactical lights and accessories
- SuperTerrain slide serrations provide positive grip in adverse conditions
- Ambidextrous slide stop and reversible magazine release
- Performance Duty Trigger with consistent 5.5-6.5 lb pull weight
Field testing demonstrates consistent accuracy with various ammunition weights, while the extended barrel length enhances ballistic performance over compact variants. The pistol functions reliably through temperature extremes and maintains zero with mounted optics through sustained fire. Competition shooters appreciate the crisp trigger reset, while duty applications benefit from the enhanced sight radius and accessory mounting options.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Barrel Length: 5 inches
- Overall Length: 8.6 inches
- Height: 5.8 inches
- Width: 1.3 inches
- Weight: 27.2 oz (unloaded)
- Capacity: 18+1 rounds
- Frame Material: Polymer with Picatinny rail
- Slide Material: Steel with black finish
- Sight Radius: 7.4 inches
- Trigger Pull: 5.5-6.5 lbs
- Country of Origin: Germany
The PDP represents Walther's commitment to advancing striker-fired technology while maintaining the manufacturing standards established over decades of military and law enforcement contracts. Professional shooters recognize the value proposition of German engineering at this price point. Current production models ship with multiple backstraps and optic mounting hardware.