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Springfield Armory
Model 1911-A1 Loaded Long Slide
Springfield Armory Pistol 1911-A1 Loaded Long Slide .45 Auto Variant-1
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Gun Dimensions Width:No Data
Length:9.5-in Height:No Data
Barrel:6-in Weight:41-oz
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Gun Rankings
  • Power Factor (230 grain bullet)202860
  • Recoil Factor (230 grain bullet)6.93 ft-lb
  • Total Capacity8 rounds
  • ConcealabilityPoor
  • Defense Factor74%
Gun Specifications
Type:Pistol
Caliber:.45 Auto
Action:recoil operated semi-automatic
Trigger:single-action (SA)
Safety:grip safety, manual thumb safety
Magazine:7-round
Frame:stainless steel
Grip:checkered cocobolo
Sights:fully adjustable target
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Manufacturer
Springfield Armory
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About the Gun

The Springfield 1911-A1 series of pistols are faithful adaptations of the original 45 Auto Colt-Browning design. The Loaded series includes features such as precision-fit forged frames, slides and barrels, front and rear slide cocking serrations, flat serrated mainspring housing, lowered and flared ejection port, delta lightweight hammer, loaded chamber indicator, titanium firing pin, Torx-head grip screws and lightweight adjustable-speed trigger.

Production

Production of this specific firearm began in the early 2000s, with Springfield Armory introducing the long slide variant to their lineup. It has been manufactured intermittently since then, remaining a popular choice among enthusiasts for its precision and durability.

Market value
Last updated: 7/9/2025

The MSRP for this gun when new is approximately $1,300. For a used one in 95% condition, the market value is around $900-$1,000, based on current 2024-2025 pricing data from trusted firearm sources.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge: .45 Automatic
Alias: .45 Automatic Colt Pistol (ACP)
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Ballistics for This Gun
Selected Bullet Mass:230 grains
MV:882 ft/sec ME:397 ft-lbs
Analysis

This .45 Auto long slide pistol offers notable precision thanks to its extended barrel length, which enhances sight radius and muzzle stability for tighter groupings at range. Ergonomically, it fits well in larger hands, with a grip design that supports a natural hold, though smaller-handed shooters may find it less accommodating. Reliability is a strong point, with consistent performance across various ammunition types under typical conditions. However, maintenance can be more demanding due to the intricacies of its design, requiring diligent care to prevent wear. Parts availability may pose challenges for some users, as specific components are not always widely stocked. The trigger pull is crisp, averaging around 4-5 pounds, providing good control. Felt recoil is manageable for experienced shooters, though the weight and size might feel cumbersome during extended sessions, particularly for those unaccustomed to full-sized handguns in this caliber.

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User Comments

5 of 5 Stars
There are some other variations of this gun before
By bassntwo on 04 Mar 2020
There are some other variations of this gun. Actually Springfield started in 1999. I bought one of these variations in 1999 and it is a Springfield Long Slide V16, Super 45 ACP. Yes, that is right Springfield is the only company that I know of that built a Super 45 ACP caliber. You can't buy Super 45 ACP anywhere oh, you have to make it yourself. And you can only get the brass from StarLine. V 16 is talking about that there are 16 ports on top of the barrel. This gun has basically no recoil. They made it in other variations of a v12 which was a 5-inch barrel and a V8 that was a 4in barrel. I give $1,000 for this gun back in 1999 brand new. I have shot some Super 45 in it but mostly I have run just standard 45 ACP. These guns were hand-fitted at Springfield Armory. They are amazingly accurate. With open sights, I can cut golf tees into at 25 yards and do it 8 out of 10 times. I have mostly only use 230-grain semi-wadcutter hard cast lead projectiles. They are extremely reliable in this