SKU: MRBE99153RSLBKC
UPC: 761226090748
MPN: BE99153RSL-BKC
The Magnum Research BE III Compact 9mm in Black Cherry Cerakote is a modern, duty-ready polymer-framed pistol engineered for law enforcement, security professionals, and civilian carriers who demand reliability in a compact platform. Magnum Research's BE III series represents decades of refinement in semi-automatic handgun design, combining proven ergonomics with contemporary materials and finishes. This compact variant delivers full-size firepower in a 7.8-inch overall length, making it suitable for duty rigs, off-duty carry, and close-quarters tactical environments where size and weight matter without sacrificing round capacity or shootability.
Built on a polymer frame with a 3.85-inch barrel, the BE III Compact chambers the universally favored 9mm Luger cartridge and feeds from a 15+1 magazine configuration—a decisive capacity advantage in defensive scenarios. The Black Cherry Cerakote finish provides superior corrosion resistance and durability compared to traditional blue or parkerizing, essential for duty weapons exposed to sweat, salt, and environmental contamination. White 3-dot combat sights enable rapid target acquisition in varied lighting, while the black polymer grip panels offer positive indexing and control. The compact slide-to-frame ratio reduces muzzle flip, allowing faster follow-up shots—critical for law enforcement and self-defense applications where shot placement and speed determine outcomes.
This compact 9mm is ideal for duty officers transitioning to smaller duty weapons, plainclothes and undercover operators, and civilian defenders seeking a reliable, ergonomic platform with substantial round count. The BE III Compact's proven track record in professional service, combined with its inherent accuracy and low recoil impulse, makes it suitable for qualification courses and extended training. Standard holster manufacturers support this form factor, ensuring compatibility with duty leather and modern tactical carry systems. Law enforcement agencies and armed professionals value Magnum Research's quality control and field reliability, backed by responsive warranty support and parts availability through established tactical suppliers.
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