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Manufacturer
	SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG More Info

About the Gun

The P227 TACOPS is a full-size, double-stack, double-action/single-action pistol chambered in .45 ACP with a threaded barrel for suppressor use. It features a stainless steel slide over an alloy frame, an accessory rail, and a Short Reset Trigger.

Production

Produced from 2013 to 2018

Market value

MSRP at production was around $1,250–$1,400. Current used market value for examples in good to very good condition ranges $850–$1,100.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	.45 Automatic
Alias:	.45 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP)
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Analysis

SIG developed the P227 TACOPS as a tactical-oriented variant of the P227 platform to meet demand for a suppressor-ready, full-size .45 ACP pistol suitable for duty and special operations use. It builds on the standard P227 by adding a threaded barrel, accessory rail, and Short Reset Trigger while retaining the high-capacity double-stack design. This configuration responded to user and agency preferences for a versatile .45 that could accept suppressors and modern accessories without sacrificing the reliability of the P-series action. The TACOPS was produced as a specialized model alongside standard P227 variants until the platform was discontinued.