diff --git a/code/datums/ammo/bullet/pistol.dm b/code/datums/ammo/bullet/pistol.dm
index 8be63b0a15af..13b6cb0932ca 100644
--- a/code/datums/ammo/bullet/pistol.dm
+++ b/code/datums/ammo/bullet/pistol.dm
@@ -182,6 +182,7 @@
 
 	accuracy = HIT_ACCURACY_TIER_4
 	damage = 45
+	effective_range_max = 3
 	penetration= ARMOR_PENETRATION_TIER_6
 	shrapnel_chance = SHRAPNEL_CHANCE_TIER_2
 	damage_falloff = DAMAGE_FALLOFF_TIER_6 //"VP78 - the only pistol viable as a primary."-Vampmare, probably.