Springfield 1911 Loaded 45ACP Stainless Steel

Springfield Armory’s 1911 Loaded model in 45ACP with a stainless steel finish represents a benchmark in production-grade semi-automatic pistols. Built on the original John Browning platform, this firearm combines modern manufacturing tolerances with classic ergonomics. The stainless steel construction provides corrosion resistance while maintaining the weight and balance that serious shooters expect from a government-profile 1911. Each unit features a forged slide and frame, ensuring dimensional stability over thousands of rounds.

Overview

The Springfield 1911 Loaded 45ACP Stainless Steel is a full-size, single-action pistol chambered in .45 ACP. It ships with a 5-inch match-grade barrel, a lowered and flared ejection port, and a stainless steel slide with forward cocking serrations. The frame includes a beavertail grip safety with a memory bump, an extended thumb safety, and a skeletonized trigger. The stainless steel finish is bead-blasted to reduce glare while offering long-term durability against holster wear and environmental exposure. This pistol accepts standard 1911 magazines and is compatible with a wide range of aftermarket parts.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .45 ACP. Magazine capacity: 7+1 rounds. Barrel length: 5 inches, hammer-forged with a 1:16 twist rate. Overall length: 8.6 inches. Height: 5.5 inches. Width: 1.25 inches. Weight: 40 ounces (empty).
• Sights: Dovetail front sight with a tritium insert. Tactical rack rear sight with two tritium dots. Both are low-profile and designed for defensive carry. The rear sight is drift-adjustable for windage.
• Trigger & Controls: Skeletonized aluminum trigger with an adjustable over-travel stop. Factory trigger pull is rated at 5 to 6 pounds. Extended slide stop, extended magazine release, and a stainless steel mainspring housing with a lanyard loop.
• Frame & Slide: Forged stainless steel slide with a parkerized interior. Forged stainless steel frame with a Picatinny accessory rail. The slide-to-frame fit is tight but functions reliably with duty ammunition.

Who It’s For

This Springfield 1911 Loaded 45ACP Stainless Steel is suited for the experienced shooter who values precision, reliability, and the traditional 1911 platform. It is appropriate for competition shooters in USPSA Single Stack division, defensive pistol users who prefer a metal-framed handgun, and collectors seeking a production 1911 with upgraded features. The stainless steel variant is specifically chosen by those who live in humid environments or who carry the pistol in sweaty conditions. It is not recommended for novice shooters unfamiliar with manual safeties or the single-action trigger system. The 45ACP chambering delivers controlled recoil that benefits from the pistol’s weight and grip geometry.

• Ideal for competitive shooting where weight and sight radius improve accuracy.
• Suitable for home defense where .45 ACP terminal ballistics are preferred.
• Practical for range use requiring a durable finish that resists holster abrasion.

Shipping & FFL

This firearm ships to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder in your state. After placing your order, you must provide the shipping address and contact information of a licensed FFL dealer who accepts transfers. We cannot ship to a residential address. The receiving FFL dealer will process the background check and transfer the pistol to you in compliance with all state and federal laws. It is your responsibility to verify that the FFL dealer will accept a transfer from an out-of-state retailer and that the firearm is legal in your jurisdiction. Some states have additional restrictions on magazine capacity, stainless steel finishes, or 1911-style handguns. Please confirm your FFL’s policies before completing the purchase. We do not charge a transfer fee; this is set by the receiving dealer.

• You must select an FFL dealer during checkout and provide their license information.
• Orders containing a firearm cannot be expedited by carrier without prior FFL approval.
• Returns or cancellations on firearms are subject to a 15% restocking fee after shipment.