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==History==
==History==
[[File:Pištolj HS 2000.jpg|thumb|left|A late model HS2000 service pistol]]
[[File:Pištolj HS 2000.jpg|thumb|left|A late model HS2000 service pistol]]
The HS2000 traces its roots back to a service pistol known as the PHP (''Prvi Hrvatski Pištolj'' or ''First Croatian Pistol''), which was first produced in [[Croatia]] by privately owned industrial parts firm I. M. Metal in 1991.<ref>[http://www.xd-hs2000.com/hsarms/news/amerhandgun.html American Handgunner article]</ref> Designed by a team led by Marko Vuković, the PHP was considered to be a solid design, but early versions were plagued by quality issues, due in large part to the difficulties of manufacturing during the [[Croatian War of Independence]].<ref>{{cite web| url=http://www.xd-hs2000.com/hsarms/news/swat_12_00.html| title=A New Polymer-Frame Service Pistol From Croatia| last=Fortier| first=David M.| month=December | year=2000| publisher=''S.W.A.T.''}}</ref> Vuković's team continued to tweak and improve the design over the next decade, releasing the HS95 (''Hrvatski Samokres'' or ''Croatian Pistol'') in 1995, and the HS2000 in 1999.
The HS2000<ref>[http://www.dogswar.ru/strelkovoe-oryjie/pistolety-revolvery/4058-pistolet-hs-2000--s.html HS-2000 / Springfield XD Information] </ref> traces its roots back to a service pistol known as the PHP (''Prvi Hrvatski Pištolj'' or ''First Croatian Pistol''), which was first produced in [[Croatia]] by privately owned industrial parts firm I. M. Metal in 1991.<ref>[http://www.xd-hs2000.com/hsarms/news/amerhandgun.html American Handgunner article]</ref> Designed by a team led by Marko Vuković, the PHP was considered to be a solid design, but early versions were plagued by quality issues, due in large part to the difficulties of manufacturing during the [[Croatian War of Independence]].<ref>{{cite web| url=http://www.xd-hs2000.com/hsarms/news/swat_12_00.html| title=A New Polymer-Frame Service Pistol From Croatia| last=Fortier| first=David M.| month=December | year=2000| publisher=''S.W.A.T.''}}</ref> Vuković's team continued to tweak and improve the design over the next decade, releasing the HS95 (''Hrvatski Samokres'' or ''Croatian Pistol'') in 1995, and the HS2000 in 1999.


The HS2000 was adopted by the [[Military of Croatia|Croatian military]] and law enforcement as a standard issue sidearm and continues to fill that role today.{{Citation needed|date=February 2008}} The pistol was initially exported to the [[United States|US]] market by Intrac and distributed by HSAmerica who sold the pistol in [[9 mm]] as the HS2000.<ref>[http://www.xd-hs2000.com/hsarms/news/guntest_5_01.html Gun Tests article]</ref>
The HS2000 was adopted by the [[Military of Croatia|Croatian military]] and law enforcement as a standard issue sidearm and continues to fill that role today.{{Citation needed|date=February 2008}} The pistol was initially exported to the [[United States|US]] market by Intrac and distributed by HSAmerica who sold the pistol in [[9 mm]] as the HS2000.<ref>[http://www.xd-hs2000.com/hsarms/news/guntest_5_01.html Gun Tests article]</ref>

Revision as of 09:22, 10 April 2011

HS 2000 / Springfield Armory XD
XD .45 ACP compact with a 13 round magazine
TypeSemi-automatic pistol
Place of origin Croatia
Service history
In service1999-present[1]
Used bySee Users
Production history
DesignerMarko Vuković
ManufacturerHS Produkt
Produced1999[1]
VariantsSee Variants
Specifications
Cartridge
  • 9x19mm Parabellum
  • .357 SIG
  • .40 S&W
  • .45 GAP
  • .45 ACP
    • ActionShort recoil operated
    Feed systemDetachable box magazine
    SightsFixed and illuminated night sights

    The HS2000 (Hrvatski Samokres (Croatian Pistol)), or XD (X-treme Duty) are a series of semi-automatic pistol that are polymer-framed and striker-fired. Manufactured in the city of Karlovac, Croatia by HS Produkt (formerly I.M. Metal), the Springfield Armory XD is the marketing name for the weapon, which is licensed and sold in the US by Springfield Armory, Inc.[2]

    History

    A late model HS2000 service pistol

    The HS2000[3] traces its roots back to a service pistol known as the PHP (Prvi Hrvatski Pištolj or First Croatian Pistol), which was first produced in Croatia by privately owned industrial parts firm I. M. Metal in 1991.[4] Designed by a team led by Marko Vuković, the PHP was considered to be a solid design, but early versions were plagued by quality issues, due in large part to the difficulties of manufacturing during the Croatian War of Independence.[5] Vuković's team continued to tweak and improve the design over the next decade, releasing the HS95 (Hrvatski Samokres or Croatian Pistol) in 1995, and the HS2000 in 1999.

    The HS2000 was adopted by the Croatian military and law enforcement as a standard issue sidearm and continues to fill that role today.[citation needed] The pistol was initially exported to the US market by Intrac and distributed by HSAmerica who sold the pistol in 9 mm as the HS2000.[6]

    In 2002, Springfield Armory, Inc. negotiated licensing rights to the US market, and changed the name to the XD-9 (X-treme Duty 9x19mm Parabellum). Springfield Armory has since expanded the line to include seven models in three different calibers and five different cartridges, four barrel lengths, and four finishes (black, bi-tone, olive drab frame, and the newest dark earth frame). The industry press awarded the XD-45 the title of Handgun of the Year from both American Rifleman magazine and The Shooting Industry Academy of Excellence.[7] The XDM series of pistols won Handgun of the Year again in 2009.[8]

    Design

    The HS2000 is short recoil-operated, and striker fired. Most HS2000s have dual captive recoil springs; however, the XDM and Tactical 5 in models have non-captive springs. They use a polymer frame with steel inserts, mounting rail and trigger-mounted safety. An indicator protrudes from the rear of the slide when the striker is cocked and the staggered-column magazines are polished stainless steel with a polymer basepad. A loaded chamber indicator pivots up on top of the slide when a round is in the chamber being both visual and tactile. An ambidextrous magazine release is also standard. Takedown of the pistol is through a lever on the left side of the frame that rotates up, allowing the slide to move forward off the frame. This is exactly the same mechanism of take down as seen in pistols manufactured by Sig Sauer.

    The 4 in XD .45 ACP with 13 rounds of JHP.

    The HS2000 has a grip safety that will not allow the pistol to fire without depressing a lever on the rear of the grip. This feature is present on some older pistols such as the M1911, however few modern pistols include a grip safety. The recoil spring guide rod also acts as a standoff device, as the end of the rod protrudes from under the barrel and keeps the slide in battery when pressed against an object such as someones's chest in contact-distance self-defense situations. This prevents the slide from being moved back because the device pushes the surface area of objects away from the slide, thus increasing the chance that the gun will function normally.[9]

    In addition to the trigger and grip safeties, there are three other safeties on the HS2000. The drop safety prevents the striker from releasing if the gun is dropped or exposed to a significant impact. An out of battery safety prevents firing unless the slide is completely in battery. Further, as of 2008, 4 in and 5 in XD .45 ACP Service models are available with an optional ambidextrous frame-mounted thumb safety. This option is only available for the .45 ACP XD at this time.[10]

    After heat treatment the metal parts are finished with a proprietary nitriding process called Tenifer Plus+. This finish is characterized by extreme wear and corrosion resistance; it penetrates the metal and treated parts have similar properties even below the surface to a certain depth. The Tenifer Plus+ process produces a matte gray-colored, non-glare surface with a 64 Rockwell C hardness rating (by comparison, an industrial diamond has a rating of 70 HRC) and a 1,200–1,300 N/mm2 tensile strength. This finish makes the HS2000 particularly suitable for individuals carrying the pistol concealed as the highly chloride-resistant finish allows the pistol to better endure the effects of perspiration.[11]

    The Springfield Armory XDM .45 model is offered with a 4.5 in barrel and is similar to the .40 and 9 mm XDM. It holds 13 + 1 rounds.

    Variants

    Custom Springfield-Armory XD-40 V-10, showing the ported barrel and slide.
    Model Barrel Caliber Magazine
    capacity     		Black Olive Drab Bi-Tone Dark Earth
    (in) (mm) Standard w. Sleeve
    Sub-compact 3 79.5 9x19mm Parabellum 10(CA) or 13 16 Yes Yes Yes No
    .40 S&W 9 12
    Compact 4 102.5 .45 ACP 10 13 Yes Yes Yes Yes
    Service 4 102.5 9x19mm Parabellum 16 — Yes Yes Yes Yes
    .40 S&W 12
    .357 SIG 12
    .45 GAP 9
    .45 ACP 13
    Ported
    V-10     		4 102.5 9x19mm Parabellum 16 — Yes Yes No No
    .40 S&W 12
    .357 SIG 12
    Tactical 5 127 9x19mm Parabellum 16 — Yes Yes Yes Yes
    .40 S&W 12
    .357 SIG 12
    .45 GAP 9
    .45 ACP 13
    XDM 4.5 114.3 9x19mm Parabellum 19 — Yes Yes Yes No
    .40 S&W 16 Yes Yes Yes No
    .45 ACP 13 Yes — Yes No
    XDM 3.8 3.8 96.5 9x19mm Parabellum 19 — Yes No Yes No
    .40 S&W 16
    XDM 3.8
    Compact     		3.8 96.5 9x19mm Parabellum[12] 13 19 Yes No Yes No
    .40 S&W[13] 11 16
    • Other variations are available from the Springfield Armory Custom Shop.
    • 10-round capacity magazines are available for the XD models.

    Users

    References

    1. ^ a b c d Modern Firearms - Handguns - HS2000 / Springfield XD pistol
    2. ^ "Frequently Asked Questions". HS Arms. 2007-05-20. Retrieved 2007-11-22.
    3. ^ HS-2000 / Springfield XD Information
    4. ^ American Handgunner article
    5. ^ Fortier, David M. (2000). "A New Polymer-Frame Service Pistol From Croatia". S.W.A.T. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help); Unknown parameter |month= ignored (help)
    6. ^ Gun Tests article
    7. ^ "2006 Golden Bullseye Winners". National Rifle Association. May, 2006. Retrieved 2008-10-15. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
    8. ^ Springfield Armory XDM: 2009 Handgun of the Year
    9. ^ Modern Firearms HS2000 page
    10. ^ "Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Pistol With Thumb Safety".
    11. ^ Tenifer Plus+
    12. ^ "XDm Compact 9". Retrieved 2011-01-30.
    13. ^ "XDm Compact 40". Retrieved 2011-01-30.
    14. ^ a b c d HS PRODUKT HS9/SPRINGFIELD ARMORY XD9
    15. ^ Jones, Richard D. Jane's Infantry Weapons 2009/2010. Jane's Information Group; 35 edition (January 27, 2009). ISBN 978-0-7106-2869-5.
    16. ^ 24sata - Irački MUP kupio hrvatske pištolje za svoje policajce
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