The Springfield XDS 4.0 Single Stack 45 ACP offers all of the quality and safety features you expect from the XD line. This powerful pistol includes the Ultra Safety Assurance (USA) Action Trigger System, loaded chamber indicator and grip safety. In addition, the XDS™ 4.0 9mm offers a top-of-the-line, enhanced secure grip texture for greater control and usability.
Every carefully crafted design element of the XDS is engineered to deliver an unmatched shooting experience that’s as simple and intuitive as using your own hand.
Features :
- Superior design features give the Springfield XDS capabilities that not all pistols of its size can claim. Making the XD-S easy and comfortable to fire is one the highest priorities of the XD line. Many characteristics of the XD-S™ model are especially beneficial to those with a concealed carry license, like the less bulky frame and ability to customize the grip.
- Ultra Safety Assurance (USA) Trigger System: The USA Trigger System guards against accidental discharge, from dropping or bumping it, by locking the trigger in place until direct rearward pressure is applied.
- Loaded Chamber Indicator: The Loaded Chamber Indicator allows the shooter to verify without a doubt, visually or by touch, that there is a round in the chamber.
Picatinny Rail System: A single-position Picatinny rail readily accepts lights, lasers or other pistol accessories. It is one of the only polymer pistols of this size that has this feature, which makes it an easy reach for the light or laser of your choice.
- Snag Free Sights: The rear sight on the XD-S is low-profile and holster friendly. Easier and faster target acquisition is achieved with a fiber optic front sight.
Secure Grip Texture: The “all-terrain” look of the XD(M)® has proven to work so well that the texture has been enhanced for the XD-S with an even more pronounced texture to ensure your grip is always secure.
- Mould-Tru Backstraps: With two interchangeable backstraps, Springfield Armory has stayed true to their focus on providing the user with the most comfortable, and easy to point pistol possible by allowing you to custom fit your grip.
- Melonite Finish and Carrying Case: To preserve the safety and quality of your pistol, Springfield added a Melonite finish on all XD models for a deep penetrating finish that protects against corrosion. Also, the rugged case you get is as durable as the XDS™ it carries.
Specifications :
- Model: XD-S 4.0 Single Stack .45 ACP Black
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Capacity: 5+1 rounds/7+1 with X-Tension
- Weight: 23.5 oz. with Empty Magazine/24.5 oz. with X-Tension
- Barrel: Melonite®; Fully Supported Ramp
- Sights: Steel Dovetail Rear; Fiber Optic Front
- Slide: Forged Steel
- Frame: Black Polymer
- Magazines: 2 Stainless Steel Single Stack
- Overall Height with Magazine: 4.4”
- Overall Length: 7”
- Overall Width: .9”
The information below comes from our Gun Caliber Dictionary and is for
general reference only. It does not describe the specifications of this
particular item.
The 45 ACP (45 Auto) was designed by John Browning in 1905 for his prototype semiautomatic pistol that eventually became the legendary Colt 1911, using a .452-inch bullet. Browning proposed a 200-grain bullet; U.S. Army Ordnance, smarting from reports of poor performance of the 38 Long Colt in the Philippines, increased bullet weight to 230 grains for greater stopping power...and the 45 ACP as it is today was adopted in 1911. It remains an iconic and popular handgun cartridge for personal defense and competition, and was used by the U.S. military in submachine guns (Thompson and M3) through the 1970s. Although largely replaced by the 9mm for military use and the 9mm and/or 40 S&W in the law enforcement community, the 45 ACP is still used by the U.S. military and numerous law enforcement agencies in various applications. The standard load remains a 230-grain bullet at 780 to 850 fps, but lighter, faster bullets from 165 to 200 grain, delivering a bit less recoil, are also available.
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Craig Boddington
