The Pistol is a handgun that appears in Grand Theft Auto IV, Episodes from Liberty City, Grand Theft Auto V, Grand Theft Auto Online, and due to appear in Grand Theft Auto VI. It is manufactured by Hawk & Little in GTA V and GTA Online.
Description[]
The Pistol appears in every game in the HD Universe, usually provided at the start of the game as the first weapon the player obtains. It is a reliable backup weapon, but not one that should be used as a primary, as it is outclassed by many other weapons in damage, fire rate, and overall effectiveness.
Design[]
The Pistol's primary influence has changed with every HD Universe installment, taking the form of many popular handguns:
Grand Theft Auto IV[]
In Grand Theft Auto IV, the Pistol is most closely resembles a Glock 17, similar to how it was portrayed in Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories. However, the weapon texture features a "22" inscribed on the slide, implying it may take influence from the Glock 22.
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars[]
In Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars, the in-game HUD icon for the pistol gives a very generic design not reminiscent of any particular model; however, artworks that include the Pistol show that it bears some resemblance to the Smith & Wesson 622.
Grand Theft Auto V and Online[]
In Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online, the Pistol appears to closely be modeled after a Taurus PT92AF, a variant of the Beretta 92F which formerly appeared in Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories. It has a 12-round magazine which would make the magazine closer to that of a PT92C's; 10, 15 and 17-round magazines are standard on the PT92AF. Said weapon's slide seems to be modified to resemble a Colt M1911 in some aspects. In the enhanced version, the grip was recolored to brown from its original black.
Grand Theft Auto VI[]
The Pistol was featured in Grand Theft Auto VI's Trailer 1 release artwork, seen being held by protagonist Jason Duval. It appears largely unchanged in influence and design from its GTA V counterpart, though notably without its Hawk & Little branding on the slide, implying the manufacturer may have been changed.
Performance[]
Grand Theft Auto IV[]
In Grand Theft Auto IV, the Pistol performs even better. Unlike in previous games, in which the Pistol is soon usurped by other weapons, the Pistol in GTA IV can be used effectively throughout the entire game. By using cover strategically, being patient, and making the shots count, it is possible to complete most missions in GTA IV and its episodes with just a Pistol. It can be fired from cars, and its availability, ammo capacity, and higher fire rate make it more desirable for drive-bys and chases than the Combat Pistol. However, submachine guns are always a better option than pistols if available, mainly because of their fully automatic capability, fire rate, and in some cases higher damage.
Grand Theft Auto V and Online[]
In Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online, the Pistol performs similarly to the one in GTA IV, but the power, range, and low recoil of the weapon make it significantly more useful despite the pistol holds five less bullets per magazine. This time, it comes with a magazine carrying 12 bullets, though it can be upgraded to 16 bullets with the "Extended Clip". As an addition, the rate of fire can be increased by repeatedly tapping the fire button instead of holding it down. In other words, the Pistol can be an excellent all-around weapon for earlier stages of the game, although its efficiency might be lower compared to an Assault Rifle or Carbine Rifle.
Variants[]
| Image | Weapon | Description | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
 The Twin Pistols in Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars. |
Twin Pistols | A dual-wielded variant of the standard Pistol, giving an increase in firing speed, damage, and magazine size. | Can be purchased in Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars for $450 after the mission Copter Carnage. Alternatively can be found on an island in Middle Park. |
  The Pistol Mk II in Grand Theft Auto Online. |
Pistol Mk II | Mk II variant of the Pistol with visual changes and additions, including different iron sights, grip, magwell, handguard and stock, as well as additional customization options. | Added to Grand Theft Auto Online as part of the Gunrunning update. |
Customizations[]
Grand Theft Auto V and Online[]
- F Free for players that have the Special/Collector's edition of the game.
- * These Tints can also be unlocked by bringing the Pistol to any Weapon Workshop.
Gallery[]
Design[]
Images[]
The Pistol on the Rockstar Games Social Club in GTA V and GTA Online.
The large Pistol on display at Ammu-Nation in Grand Theft Auto V.
HUD Icons[]
Grand Theft Auto IV.
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars (Android).
Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online.
Grand Theft Auto V and Grand Theft Auto Online, enhanced version.
Artwork[]
GTA Chinatown Wars
Huang Lee holding a Pistol.
GTA Online
Grand Theft Auto Online Shark Card artwork of a redneck holding a gold Pistol. Note the lack of engraving that differentiates it from the Yusuf Amir Luxury Finish variant of the Pistol.
Festive Surprise 2015 artwork featuring a Pistol on a plate of gingerbread cookies.
Grand Theft Auto Online artwork of a biker holding a Pistol.
Agents of Sabotage update artwork featuring the GTA Online Protagonist holding a silenced Pistol.
Locations[]
The Pistol can be purchased at every gun store, as well as being found in various places listed below. All Police Officers carry this Pistol as their standard service weapon and therefore the player can easily gain control of one if they have not yet unlocked any gun stores or are in need of more ammunition. Street criminals or gang members will also use these and even shoot at the player if provoked.
Grand Theft Auto IV[]
General
- Can be purchased from the back-alley gun shops for $600, with each additional magazine costing $35.
- Can also be purchased from Little Jacob (GTA IV), Terry Thorpe (TLAD) or Armando Torres (TBOGT) for $420, with each additional magazine costing $25.
- Automatically given in the mission Jamaican Heat after Niko meets Little Jacob.
- It can also be given in the mission Street Sweeper if no ammos are available when triggering the mission.
- Used by most LCPD/ASP officers and rarely used by NOOSE/FIB agents when disarmed.
- Firefly Island – Can be found to the right of the Go-Kart wall mural to the right of Wappinger Avenue.
- Hove Beach – Can be found atop the Perestroika club, on a walkway on the roof.
- Rotterdam Hill – Can be found at the rear courtyard of the Munsee Avenue Building West behind some dumpsters.
- East Hook – Can be found on the first-floor ledge of a cylindrical silo-type structure off Mohanet Avenue. The player can easily reach it with a tall vehicle like a Cavalcade or an Ambulance.
- Willis – Can be found behind and to the left of the parking lot off Freetown Avenue. This parking lot is also located to the left of the small parking space where Stevie's Comet is found during the mission No. 1.
- Northern Gardens – Can be found in the changing room of the Triangle Club. Note: this pistol should be attempted only as a last resort, because once picked up the player will receive a one star wanted level and the patrons and guards will begin shooting at the player.
- South Bohan – Can be found on the sixth floor of the apartment complex across the street from the South Bohan Safehouse.
- Northwood – Can be found on the edge of the roof of a gutted-out warehouse off of Vespucci Circus.
- Middle Park – Can be found on the island in the pond, next to a tree.
- The Meat Quarter – Can be found on the west side of the driving range of the Golden Pier Golf Club, next to a sand trap.
- Westdyke – Can be found on the roof of the abandoned casino featured in the mission Out of Commission.
- Westdyke – Can be found on the roof of the garden shed at the very back of a mansion on Owl Creek Avenue. The mansion is the same one where the Turismo is parked for Stevie's car thefts.
- Berchem – Can be found in the alley behind the TW@ Internet Café, atop a small garage.
- Broker Bridge – Can be found midway across the bridge, on the pedestrian walkway.
- Liberty City – Can be found on a giant rock in the West River just east of Westdyke, Alderney.
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars[]
- Can be purchased from the Ammu-Nation.net for $200 (or $100 with the discount acquired), after the mission Pimp His Ride.
- Instantly obtained in the mission Under the Gun.
- Found in various red dumpsters throughout Liberty City.
Grand Theft Auto V[]
Weapon pickups map including the Pistol junkyard location in Grand Theft Auto V.
- Can be purchased at all Ammu-Nation stores for $350. Available from the beginning of the game.
- Acquired by Franklin during Repossession. Michael will already have this weapon after completing Complications and Trevor will have it by default during Mr. Philips.
- A suppressed variant is acquired by Trevor in Friends Reunited, supplied by Wade Hebert just before the attack on The Lost.
- On a bus wheel cover at Rogers Salvage and Scrap in La Puerta.
- In an alleyway near the Bilingsgate Motel, between Rancho and Innocence Boulevard.
- In La Mesa, under the freeway on top of the water tower.
- In an open grave at Hill Valley Church, Pacific Bluffs.
- At the sports venue grandstand at University of San Andreas, Los Santos.
- Behind the gas station in Richman Glen.
- Next to a roadside drain in Vinewood Hills.
- Hillcrest Avenue, Vinewood Hills.
- Beside the dumpster next to the Rebel Radio HQ in the Grand Senora Desert.
- On the back porch of the burned down house on Joshua Road, Harmony.
- Next to a roadside drain in Paleto Forest.
- Behind Paleto Tattoo near a door and a red dumpster, in Paleto Bay.
- Found at several places underwater around wrecks.
- Used by gang members, residents of Blaine County, LSPD/LSSD officers, SAHP/NYSP officers, Gruppe Sechs security guards or soldiers.
- Usually wielded by injured enemies as a last resort weapon to attack the player, replacing their previous weapons, before they eventually die by bleeding out.
- Awarded to the player by mounting a Police Bike.
Grand Theft Auto Online[]
- The player is always provided one when they log in for the first time, regardless of if they complete or skip the original GTA Online Introduction. It is also provided to players automatically through the Career Builder available on Xbox Series X|S, PS5 and PC Enhanced versions.
Oversights[]
Grand Theft Auto V[]
- Though both the gun's engraving and Michael in the mission Complications refer to the pistol as a 9mm, the Ammu-Nation description refers to it as a .45 caliber.
Beta Content[]
Grand Theft Auto V[]
Various artworks featuring the Glock.
- Various Grand Theft Auto V artworks feature Michael and Franklin holding a full-size Glock pistol. However, no Glock pistol appears in the game except in one case. All normal police officers will spawn with a model of a Glock pistol in their right holster, however, they are never used. When attacked, the normal Pistol will spawn in their hand and the Glock will still remain in the holster.
- Similarly, an artwork depicts Trevor Philips with a pistol appearing to be an M1911A1, similar to the GTA San Andreas model.
See Also[]
- Handguns – General category to all types of handguns.
- Twin Pistols – Dual wielded variation in Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars.
- Pistol Mk II – Pistol variant with expanded customization options, featured in Grand Theft Auto Online as part of the Gunrunning update.