Springfield Armory Target 1911 5 .45 ACP 5" 7-Round Stainless 1911 Pistol

The Springfield Armory Target 1911 5" .45 ACP 7-round stainless steel pistol is a purpose-built competition and precision shooting platform rooted in the proven 1911 design legacy. Engineered for shooters who demand accuracy and reliability in target work, this full-size .45 ACP is ideal for competitive pistol sports, defensive training, and serious recreational shooters who value the single-action trigger geometry and established ergonomics of the 1911 platform. Springfield Armory's Target variant prioritizes shooter control and repeatability through deliberate design choices that separate it from duty-oriented variants.

Built on a stainless steel construction, the Springfield Armory Target 1911 exhibits superior corrosion resistance and longevity compared to parkerized or blued alternatives—critical for shooters in humid or coastal environments. The 5-inch barrel delivers the ballistic efficiency standard to modern 1911 combat pistols while maintaining the handling characteristics that competitive shooters expect. The 7-round magazine capacity reflects standard .45 ACP performance parameters, and the single-action trigger mechanism offers the precise break and reset geometry that target-focused shooters demand for sub-3-inch groups at 25 yards. The stainless finish reduces maintenance intervals and provides superior corrosion resistance in harsh field conditions.

This platform benefits experienced 1911 operators, competitive shooters transitioning to .45 ACP platforms, and defensive-minded practitioners seeking the ballistic authority of the .45 cartridge paired with the trigger control associated with single-action designs. The Springfield Armory Target 1911 integrates seamlessly with the vast aftermarket support ecosystem that supports M1911 variants, allowing customization through sights, grip panels, holsters, and ammunition selection without proprietary constraints. Law enforcement and military trainers routinely employ 1911 platforms for advanced marksmanship courses, making this variant an accessible entry point for advanced students. Proper .45 ACP ammunition selection—whether full-metal-jacket for practice or hollow-point defensive loads—determines terminal ballistics and shot placement consistency.