Please read this operator's manual before handling your firearm. The following safety
rules are placed in this manual by HK as an important reminder that firearm safety is your
responsibility. Firearms can be dangerous and can potentially cause serious injury, damage to
property or death, if handled im prop er ly.
1. Never point a firearm at anyone or in any direction other than a SAFE direction, i.e. down
range.
2. Treat all firearms as if they are always loaded.
3. Keep your finger off the trigger and out side of the trigger guard until your sights are aligned
on the target and you are ready to fire.
4. Keep your finger off the trigger and outside of the trigger guard while loading or un load ing the
firearm.
5. Keep your finger off the trigger and outside of the trigger guard while pulling the firearm out
of the holster or while returning it to the holster.
6. Be sure of your target and the backstop beyond.
7. Never give a firearm to or take a firearm from anyone unless the action is open and the
magazine and/or chamber are free of any ammunition or brass.
8. Be sure that the ammunition you are using is factory loaded, is of the correct caliber for the
firearm in which it is to be used, and that it is not damaged in any way.
9. Before firing, remove the magazine from the firearm, lock the action open, make sure the
chamber is clear of any am mu ni tion or brass, and check the barrel of the unloaded firearm for
any possible ob struc tions.
10. Before firing any firearm that is unfamiliar to you, make sure that you understand exactly how
it functions. A lack of familiarity with the firearm can result in serious accidents. Attend a
certified training course on any firearm which you intend to use or with which you are not
sufficiently familiar.
11. Always wear hearing and eye protection when using your firearm.
12. Keep all body parts, especially the hands and fingers, away from the muzzle to avoid injury or
burns.
13. Be sure that no part of either hand touches or interferes with the slide. The slide is moved
backward by the recoil force of the pistol during firing and may cause serious injury.
14. Firearms should be locked and stored separately from ammunition and beyond the reach of
chil dren and/or any untrained individuals.
15. Avoid the use of any alcoholic beverages or drugs before or during your use of a firearm.
16. Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may
result in exposure to lead; a substance known to be associated with birth defects, reproductive
harm and other serious injury. Have adequate ventilation at all times. Wash hands thoroughly
after exposure.
WARNING: A firearm has the capability of taking your life or the life of someone
else! Be extremely careful with your firearm. An accident can occur at anytime and is
almost always the result of not following basic safety rules.
P Series
Operator’s Manual
Clearing the Pistol - The HK Pistol is not considered “clear” or safe unless:
STOP! Know how to clear this pistol before attempting to operate.
1. The safety/control lever (if present) is on “SAFE” and;
2. The magazine is removed from the pistol;
3. The slide is locked to the rear and;
4. The chamber is free of brass or am mu ni tion.
To Clear the HK Pistol:
1. Make sure fingers are outside of the trigger guard and the pistol is pointed in a safe
direction at all times!
2. Remove magazine. Depress the magazine release lever and remove the magazine from the
pistol.
3. Open and lock slide. While pointing the pistol in a safe di rec tion, lock the slide open by
pulling the slide rearward as you press the slide release upward. Watch for a cartridge or
empty case to be ejected from the pistol.
4. Inspect chamber. Inspect chamber for the presence of a cartridge or empty case by:
• Visually view ing chamber through open ejec tion port.
• Physically in sert ing finger into chamber through ejec tion port to check for the pres ence of a
cartridge or empty case.
• Remove any cartridges or empty cases from the cham ber or from with in the pistol.
The HK Pistol is now con sid ered “Clear.”
Covers all P2000, P2000SK, P30, P30S, P30L, P30LS series
pistols (all calibers and variants)
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The HK "P Series" includes the P2000, P2000SK (Subcompact), P30, and P30L; all major
handgun models recently developed by Heckler & Koch.
The P2000 and P2000SK (Subcompact) incorporate features of the successful HK USP
Compact pistol with the latest innovations of HK engineers. A refinement of a design
created for several European police agencies, the P2000 and P2000SK are available with
a traditional single-action/double-action trigger mode and the LEM (Law Enforcement
Modification) trigger system first introduced by HK in 2001 on the USP Compact “LEM”
model.
The HK Law Enforcement Modification (LEM) trigger system, also known as the Combat
Defense Action system in Europe, combines the advantages of a cocked striker
component (constant level of trigger pull from first to last round fired) with a double-action
hammer system. Using such an enhanced trigger system consolidates ease of use and
safety into a convenient, innovative trigger operation—one that reduces the chance of
unintended firing. And in case of an ammunition-related failure to fire, all that is needed
is an additional second or third squeeze of the trigger without the need of first pulling the
slide back to re-cock the pistol. The enhanced LEM trigger system combines the reliability
of a double action revolver trigger with the crisp trigger of a single action pistol.
On P2000 and P2000SK variants using the conventional double-action/single-action
(DA/SA) mode of operation an ambidextrous decocking button is mounted on the left,
rear portion of the frame. It allows the user to safely lower the hammer from SA position
to DA position. This DA/SA variant of the P2000 and P2000SK is readily identifiable by the
presence of the serrated decocking button and spurred hammer.
A set of simple-to-install modular grip inserts allow all P2000/P2000SK models to be
custom-fitted to any shooter’s hand. An ambidextrous magazine release and dual slide
release levers make handling P2000/P2000SK pistols natural and easy for right and lefthanded shooters alike.
The addition of “industry standard” mounting rails to the P2000 and P2000SK allows the
widest variety of lights, aimers, and accessories to be added by sliding them onto the
open rail system. The HK P2000 US model uses widely available, reliable USP Compact
magazines. The same magazines fit the P2000SK for added firepower, but extend pass the
grip.
Like the P2000 and P2000SK, the P30 and P30L (Long Slide) are modern police and
security pistols that combines function and safety. Ergonomic features includes a special
frame with interchangeable backstraps inserts and lateral grip panels (lateral plates),
allowing the pistol to be individually adapted to any user.
Multiple trigger firing modes include the Law Enforcement Modification (LEM) enhanced
double action covered previously and a conventional double-action/single-action
(DA/SA) with a serrated decocking button located on the rear of the frame. A conventional
safety lever in also present on the frame of the P30S (for safety) and P30LS. Other
ambidextrous controls include dual slide and magazine release levers.
A Picatinny rail molded into the front of the frame makes mounting lights, laser aimers, or
other accessories easy and convenient and a double action hammer with a firing pin block
safety that eliminates the need for a manual safety. Extensively tested, the P30and P30L
have already been adopted by several European police agencies. Excellent weight and
balance make all P30 models naturally pointable, easy to control, and accurate to shoot.
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A set of easy-to-install modular back straps allow the P30 and P30L pistols to be customfitted to any shooter’s hand. The P30 also incorporates interchangeable side panels for
optimal fit. Ambidextrous slide release levers and magazine release levers make handling
the P Series pistol natural and easy for right and left-handed shooters. The P30 and P30L
are also available with the LEM or DA/SA trigger systems
Due to their modular design, all HK P Series pistol can be fitted to the individual needs of
the shooter. Highly reliable, safe, durable, and accurate pistols with significant ergonomic
features, the P30 pistol is currently available in 9 mm and .40 S&W. P2000 and P2000SK
pistols are currently available in .40 S&W, and 9 mm, with .357 SIG by special order.
Significant features include:
• Modular grip with exchangeable back straps to easily adjust the grip size to the
shooter's hand
• P30 types incorporate interchangeable grip panels in addition to the interchangeable
backstraps
• Ideal size and weight to comply with the requirements of the full range of police and
security missions, including concealed carry
• Set of “industry standard” (P2000 and P2000SK) mounting grooves molded into the
polymer frame for installing accessory lights and laser aimers
• Picatinny Rail (available on all P30 types; P30, P30S, P30L, P30LS)
• Advanced design with contoured external surfaces to avoid snagging on holster and
clothing
• Polymer recoil absorber “stop” bushing used on P2000, P30 types aids in recoil reduction, double recoil/buffer spring assembly used on P2000SK
• Ambidextrous slide release (located on both sides of the frame)
• Ambidextrous magazine release
• Low-profile slide and slimline, compact dimensions
• Very short trigger reset distance to enhance the speed of multiple or follow-up shots
• No snag hammer with a rubber insert for improved dropped safety
• Polygonal cold-hammer forged barrel for less barrel wear, better gas seal behind the
bullet, and easier bore cleaning
All P Series pistols use a modified Browning-type action, much like the HK USP and USP
Compact. And like the USP and USP Compact, the P Series pistols also uses a similar
mechanical recoil re duc tion sys tem. This system includes a specially designed flat recoil
spring, contained in the captive recoil spring assembly by an absorber bushing made
of a high-strength polymer. The double recoil/buffer spring assembly used on P2000SK
performs the same function.
The polymer frame of the P Series pistol was designed using tech ni cal ex pe ri ence gained
by HK en gi neers in the de vel op ment of the world's first com pos ite material pistols, the HK
VP70Z and P9S (polymer outer frame/steel internal frame), and more recently, in the USP
and USP Compact. These same high-strength/cor ro sion-free materials are used in the Mark
23/MK 23 handgun made by HK for the U.S. Special Op er a tions Command. Major metal
components like the one-piece, machined steel slide are also cor ro sion resistant and treated
with a special “HE” (Hostile Environment) protective finish. The HE finish is an extremely hard,
nitro-gas car bur ized black oxide coating which resists much of the worst types of corrosion
and wear, including limited exposure to salt water.
Law Enforcement Modification
This unique pre-cocked hammer system combines the advantages of a cocked striker
component (constant level of trigger pull and short trigger travel from first to last round
fired) with the double-action hammer system. This ensures an extremely safe pistol with
regard to unintended firing and, in case of failure to ignite, the possibility of a second or
third trigger pull without the need of first pulling the slide back to re-cock the system.
This is a major advantage over the striker-fired trigger systems employed by competing
manufacturers which need to be manually re-cocked (slide pulled back) before the trigger
can be pulled.
Law Enforcement Modification (LEM) Variant 2 (V2), V1 (Light LEM), V1S (with safety)
Firing Double-action only mode - (Hammer uncocked)
1. Aim - Aim at the target.
2. Fire - Fire the pistol by pressing the trigger straight to the rear with gradually increasing
pressure.
NOTE: The P2000, P2000SK, P30, and P30L models with LEM trigger systems
fire in a Double-Action Only mode and its hammer will automatically return to the
uncocked position each time the slide returns to its forward position and the trigger
is released.
P Series p
istols fitted with the Law Enforcement Modification (LEM) trigger operate much
like standard Double-Action Only (DAO) variants of the USP and USP Compact pistols.
However, the way in which the LEM hammer is cocked is unique. The hammer in the LEM
is a two-piece hammer comprised of a cocking piece (not visible with the pistol assembled)
and an external (visible) bobbed hammer.
In the LEM system, the quality of the trigger pull is improved, while at the same time a
stronger hammer spring can be employed to improve reliability by increasing the firing pin
indent on the primer. The stronger hammer spring also helps to reduce the slide velocity
when firing “hot” ammunition.
P2000, P2000SK, P30 and P30 L
pistols with an LEM trigger system use the rearward movement of the slide during loading or firing to fully compress the hammer spring instead of
relying on the rearward pull of the trigger as in conventional DA or DAO systems.
The cocking piece and hammer are rotated rearward on the hammer axle when the slide
moves fully rearward. When fully to the rear, the cocking piece is held in the cocked position by the sear and the hammer spring has been fully compressed by the hammer strut.
As the slide travels forward, the hammer is rotated back and held in the forward position
by the catch.
When the trigger is pulled rearward against the combined force (at approximately 7.3 – 8.5
pounds new, approximately 4.5 pounds on “V1” P30 types) of the trigger, hammer rebound, firing pin block and sear springs, the internal passive safeties are disengaged and
the sear releases the cocking piece. The cocking piece is then free to rotate the hammer
forward on its axle, under pressure of the compressed hammer spring, imparted through
the hammer strut to strike the firing pin and fire the chambered round.
2. Fire – Fire the pistol by pressing the trigger straight to the rear with gradually increasing
pressure.
Firing the Double-Action (DA) Mode – (Hammer uncocked, DA/SA variant)
1. Engage Decocking Lever – Apply forward pressure to the serrated surface of the de-
cocking lever. This allows the hammer to safely assume the uncocked position.
2. Aim – Aim at the target.
3. Fire – Fire the pistol by pressing the trigger straight to the rear with gradually increasing
pressure.
4. Decock – Engage decocking lever to return to the double-action mode. The P Series
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DA/SA variant will revert to the single-action mode on each shot unless the operator
physically decocks the hammer by way of the decocking lever.
On the double-action/single-action variant, pulling the trigger will cock the hammer and
immediately release it firing the first chambered cartridge. All subsequent cartridges will
be fired in the single-action mode because the slide automatically recocks the hammer
after each shot is fired.
Unloading the Pistol - To unload the pistol, follow the “Clearing” procedure.
Clearing the Pistol - HK P Series pistols are not considered “clear” or safe unless:
1. The magazine is removed from the pistol.
2. The slide is locked to the rear.
3. The chamber is free of brass or ammunition.
To Clear the HK P Series pistol:
1. Make sure fingers are outside of the trigger guard and the pistol is pointed in a safe
direction at all times!
2. Remove magazine - Depress the magazine release lever and remove the magazine from
the pistol.
3. Open and lock slide - While pointing the pistol in a safe di rec tion, lock the slide open by
pulling the slide rearward as you press the slide release upward. Watch for a cartridge or
empty case to be ejected from the pistol.
4. Inspect chamber - Inspect chamber for the presence of a cartridge or empty case by:
• Visually view ing chamber through open ejec tion port.
• Physically in sert ing finger into chamber through ejec tion port to check for the
pres ence of a cartridge or empty case.
• Remove any cartridges or empty cases from the cham ber or from with in the pistol.
The HK Pistol is now con sid ered “Clear.”
Double-action/Single-action Modes (P Series pistol) - The P Series DA/SA variant
(designated a Variant 3) is congured with a combination double-action/single-action
mode of operation. The P Series DA/SA variant is not equipped with the LEM trigger
mechanism.
In the single-action mode, rearward movement of slide cocks the hammer. Initially, this
occurs by pulling the slide to the rear. Serrations cut on both left and right sides of the
rear of the slide aid the operator by providing a firmer gripping surface. Chambering of
the first round occurs by either depressing the slide release when the slide is locked back
to the rear or by pulling the slide to the rear and releasing it. After the first round of the
magazine is chambered then discharged, all subsequent cartridges will be fired in the
single-action mode again due to the rearward movement of the slide passing over and
cocking the hammer. In the double-action mode, pulling the trigger will cock the hammer
and immediately release it firing the first chambered cartridge. All subsequent cartridges will
be fired in the single-action mode because the slide automatically recocks the hammer after
each shot fired.
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Another unique feature making the P Series pistol truly ambidextrous is the presence of a
slide release on both sides of the frame. These slide release levers are positioned to allow
easy actuation without adjustment of the grip of the shoot ing hand and are easily removed
during operator disassembly.
NOTE: On the P2000 and P200SK, the right-side slide release must be rotated up to
45° to remove. On all P30 models, the slide release levers are normally not intended
to be removed during disassembly.
Low-profile 3-dot sights are standard on the P Series pistol. The rear sight is drift adjustable f
or windage. Elevation changes can be made by replacing the front sight blade with an
accessory sight of a different height.
The P Series pistol uses metal magazines to minimize the grip size. These magazines have
a se ries of view ing holes on the back side for count ing the car tridg es re main ing inside. An
extended magazine floorplate with a durable finger extension is provided on each pistol's
magazine. Floorplates on all magazines can be removed for cleaning and maintenance. The
polymer floorplate offers a level of protection to the magazine if dropped.
WARNING: P Series pistols, except special models with a magazine disconnect
feature installed, will fire if the magazine is re moved, a cartridge is in the chamber,
and the trigger is pressed.
To reduce barrel wear, the P Series pistols have polygonal, cold-hammer forged barrels.
This feature not only ensures longer barrel life and easier bore cleaning, but produces a
better gas seal behind the bullet for increased muzzle velocity.
A set of industry standard mount ing grooves for installing accessories is molded in the
poly mer frame. These grooves al low many accessories and tar get ing devices to be mounted on the P Series pistols with out mod i fi ca tion to the pistol.
NOTE: Improperly designed or installed accessories may result in damage to the
mounting grooves and/or the pistol. Such damage is not cov ered un der the lim it ed
lifetime warranty. Be cer tain to use only HK au tho rized ac ces so ries and follow in stalla tion and pre cau tions carefully.
Decocking Lever (P Series DA/SA Variant 3) - P Series DA/SA variants are equipped
with a decocking lever that allows the operator to safely lower the hammer without having
to engage the trigger. The pistol will now function and fire in the double-action mode,
however; all subsequent shots will be single action. The decocking lever is located on the
rear of the frame to the left of the hammer and is activated by simply applying forward
pressure on the serrated surface (see Figure 1). It allows the user to lower the hammer
from SA position to DA position. This variant of the P Series U.S. is readily identifiable by
the presence of the serrated lever (see Figure 2).
P Series pistols are ex treme ly safe fire arms with both pas sive and ac tive safeties. The user
activated HK Lock-Out Device is also installed on P Series pistols (see pages 36 and 37 for
more information on this feature). Safe, simple to field strip and main tain, P Series pistols
are re li able and trou ble-free handguns.
Caliber .40 S&W, .357 SIG 9mm x 19
Operating Principle Short recoil, modified Short recoil, modified
Action Type Browning type, linkless Browning type, linkless
Specifications and models subject to change without notice.
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P30L SPECIFICATIONS
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Caliber 9mm x 19
Operating Principle Short recoil, modified
Action Type Browning type, linkless
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Sights Open rectangular notch rear sight with
contrast points (no radioactive)
Total Length 192 mm (7.56 in.)
Barrel Length 113 mm (4.45 in.)
Barrel Profile Six-sided polygonal