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Smith & Wesson
Model 4056TSW
Smith & Wesson Pistol 4056TSW .40 S&W Variant-1
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:7-in Height:No Data
Barrel:3.5-in Weight:37.5-oz
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Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (180 grain bullet)174060
  • Recoil Factor (180 grain bullet)5.67 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity10 rounds
  • ConcealabilityFair
  • Defense Factor83%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Produced:1997 only
Caliber:.40 S&W
Action:recoil operated semi-automatic
Trigger:double-action only (DAO)
Safety:slide mounted ambi safety
Magazine:9-round
Frame:stainless steel
Grip:curved backstrap wrap-around
Sights:white 3-dot, fixed low-mount rear
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Manufacturer
Smith & Wesson
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Gun Value
MSRP:$844.00Used Est:$505.00
Last Update:3/25/2025
About the Gun

The 4000 series consists of a veriety of .40 S&W caliber pistols derived from the 5900 series, the so-called 'Third Generation' pattern. They all have staggered-column magazines. These are double-action semi-autos utilizing the well-tried Browning locking mechanism and a Walther-style decocking safety lever on the rear left side of the slide.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .40 Smith & Wesson
Alias: N/A
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:180 grains
MV:967 ft/sec ME:374 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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5 of 5 Stars
Smith & Wesson 4056TSW
By Lawnerd on 10 Jun 2020
I own and frequently carry a S&W 4056 TSW. It is rugged, compact, and utterly reliable. The double action only trigger is reminiscent of a smooth S&W revolver.