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STI International
Model VIP
STI International Pistol VIP .40 S&W Variant-2
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:7.5-in Height:5-in
Barrel:3.9-in Weight:25-oz
Variant 2 of 2
Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (180 grain bullet)178920
  • Recoil Factor (180 grain bullet)8.91 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity13 rounds
  • ConcealabilityGood
  • Defense Factor86%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:2009 - 2014
Caliber:.40 S&W
Action:recoil operated semi-automatic
Trigger:single-action (SA)
Safety:grip safety, manual thumb safety
Magazine:12-round
Frame:aluminum alloy
Grip:modular polymer
Sights:STI front, STI fixed rear
Notes:stainless steel slide
Manufacturer
STI International
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Gun Value
MSRP:$1,775.00Used Est:$1,325.00
Last Update:2/4/2023
About the Gun

Built on STI's modular frame design with a reduced length polymer grip, the VIP is a high capacity firearm configuration that is well-suited for conceal carry circumstances. The frame is constructed of 7075 aluminum to keep the weight of the pistol to 25 oz. The VIP has a stainless steel scalloped slide with rear cocking serrations, dovetail front sight and Heinie fixed rear sight.

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.

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