Springfield Armory 1911

Specifications

Caliber

.45 ACP

Barrel length

4.25"

Capacity

8

Category

Handgun

Overview

The Springfield Armory 1911 is a handgun chambered in .45 ACP, a caliber long associated with the classic 1911 platform originally developed for military service. This model features a barrel length of 4.25 inches, placing it in the compact to mid-size range for 1911-style pistols, which can influence overall handling and slide cycling characteristics. It carries a standard magazine capacity of 8 rounds, consistent with traditional single-stack 1911 designs chambered in .45 ACP. As part of the well-known 1911 lineage, this Springfield Armory variant reflects the enduring design lineage of the original John Browning-designed pistol, adapted with modern manufacturing while retaining the caliber and general form factor recognized across the 1911 category.

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