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Model P229 Enhanced Elite
SIG Pistol P229 Enhanced Elite .40 S&W Variant-1
Scale To:
Gun Dimensions Width:1.6-in
Length:7.4-in Height:5.1-in
Barrel:3.9-in Weight:32-oz
1 Variant
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (180 grain bullet)178920
  • Recoil Factor (180 grain bullet)6.96 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity13 rounds
  • ConcealabilityFair
  • Defense Factor88%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:2011 - 2017
Caliber:.40 S&W
Action:recoil operated semi-automatic
Trigger:double-action (DA/SA)
Safety:frame mounted decocking lever
Magazine:12-round
Frame:aluminum alloy
Grip:one-piece composite
Sights:SIGLITE night sights
Notes:beavertail frame, accessory rail
Manufacturer
SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG
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Gun Value
MSRP:$1,174.00Used Est:$795.00
Last Update:4/13/2023
About the Gun

The P229 was the first pistol to be manufactured in Exeter, New Hampshire. Available in 9mm, .40 S&W and .357 SIG, the P229R is one of the most popular Sig Sauer pistols and carried by thousands of law enforcement professionals throughout the country. The compact size of the P229 makes it ideal for concealed carry.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .40 Smith & Wesson
Alias: N/A
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:180 grains
MV:994 ft/sec ME:395 ft-lbs
About the Cartridge

This cartridge was developed as a joint venture between Winchester and Smith & Wesson. It was an effort to to create a cartridge with the same power as the 10mm Norma round that the FBI had just started using, but in a shorter case. The shorter cartridge would facilitate accuracy and allow use of a smaller, more comfortable grip frame. The .40 S&W has become the cartridge of choice for many law enforcement agencies in the United States.

User Rating
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User Comments

4 of 5 Stars
Sturdy
By Brantzilla on 11 Oct 2021
A very dependable pistol. Beavertale is very handy. Gun is hefty therefore recoil is very controlable.