Smith & Wesson 178020 PC 1911 Pro Sub-Compact .45 ACP

The Smith & Wesson Performance Center 178020 PC 1911 Pro Sub-Compact is a single-action .45 ACP designed to deliver 1911 ergonomics in a compact footprint. It features a 3″ stainless steel barrel and a sub-compact profile with a beavertail and stippled grip for positive purchase. Performance Center work includes an oversized external extractor, a three-hole curved trigger with an overtravel stop, and a full-length guide rod. The pistol ships with two magazines and is finished in an overall black treatment with 3-dot white sights.

Key Specifications

• The caliber is .45 ACP.
• The capacity is 7 + 1.
• The barrel length is 3 inches.
• The barrel material/type is Stainless Steel.
• The action is Single Action.
• The weight is 26.5 oz.
• The sights are 3-Dot White.
• The safety is a Grip/Thumb style.
• The grip material/finish is Black Stippled.
• The slide is serrated with a black finish.

The 178020 PC 1911 Pro Sub-Compact balances compact carry dimensions with traditional 1911 controls and triggers, offering a refined fit and functional feature set from Smith & Wesson’s Performance Center. Its combination of a short 3″ barrel, compact ergonomics, and Performance Center tweaks make it a solid choice for shooters seeking a high-quality sub-compact 1911 platform in .45 ACP.

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