
Colt's · Revolver
Colt Night Cobra
.38 Special
Also known as Night Cobra
About the Colt Night Cobra
The Colt's Manufacturing Night Cobra is a revolver chambered in .38 Special +P, manufactured by Colt's Manufacturing. This American-manufactured firearm reflects the engineering traditions and quality standards of its country of origin, designed to meet the demands of both civilian and professional users in a competitive global marketplace. The traditional DA/SA trigger system combines the safety of a long initial double-action pull with the precision of subsequent single-action shots, a time-proven design trusted by military and law enforcement agencies worldwide. The stainless steel frame provides a solid, premium feel with the durability to withstand decades of regular use and thousands of rounds. Notable features include swing out cylinder, transfer bar safety, fixed sights, stainless steel construction, contributing to an ergonomic and functional design suited to its intended applications. This firearm represents its manufacturer's commitment to delivering a well-engineered, reliable product that serves the needs of discerning shooters seeking quality, accuracy, and dependable performance from a proven platform.
Colt's Manufacturing has been manufacturing firearms since 1836, making them one of the oldest continuous firearms producers in the world - a heritage of craftsmanship spanning over 189 years that is reflected in every product bearing their name.
Colt Night Cobra specifications
General
- Type
- Revolver
- Firing mechanism
- Double action single action
- Trigger
- Double action single action
- Trigger pull
- 2.0 kg (4.5 lb)
- Calibres
- .38 Special
- Magazine capacity
- 5 rounds
- Magazine
- Rotary magazine
Dimensions
- Barrel length
- 76 mm (3.0 in)
- Overall length
- 198 mm (7.8 in)
- Height
- 120 mm (4.7 in)
- Width
- 35 mm (1.4 in)
- Weight (empty)
- 0.63 kg (1.39 lb)
Barrel
- Rifling twist
- 1:19 in (476 mm)
- Rifling
- Right hand
- Grooves
- 6
Materials
- Barrel
- Stainless steel
- Receiver / frame
- Stainless steel
- Finish
- stainless
Performance
- Muzzle velocity (typical)
- 305 m/s (1001 fps)
- Muzzle energy (typical)
- 377 J (278 ft·lb)
- Effective range
- 45 m
History
- Production status
- Discontinued
- Country of origin
- US
Features
- Swing out cylinder
- Transfer bar safety
- Fixed sights
- Stainless steel construction
- Exposed hammer
- Night sights
Factory finish: stainless.
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