Colt M1911A1 .45 ACP pistol
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M1911A1 — pistol chambered for .45 ACP. Ergonomics 75, recoil 451 vertical and 355 horizontal, 30 rounds per minute. Fire modes: single.
Stats without attachments
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | pistol |
| Caliber | .45 ACP |
| Ergonomics | 75 |
| Vertical / horizontal recoil | 451 / 355 |
| Rate of fire | 30 RPM |
| Fire modes | single |
| Effective range | 100 m |
| Weight without attachments | 0.231 kg |
| Mod slots | 9 |
| Flea Market price | 25,888 ₽ |
In-game description
Commonly known as just "1911", the M1911 is one of the most famous handguns on the planet. It went through both World Wars as the US Army's standard-issue, and despite being replaced in 1986, its further variations are still being used as the sidearm of different US Special Forces. The M1911A1 is the second generation of the original M1911 pistol. After World War I, the military's Model 1911 went through various changes including a shorter trigger with frame cuts, improved iron sights, an arched mainspring housing, and a redesigned grip safety.
Which ammo to take
Best by penetration out of 5 options in .45 ACP caliber. The full list is on the caliber page.
| Ammo | Damage | Penetration | Armor damage | Velocity | Flea Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66 | 38 | 48 % | 299 m/s | 1,005 ₽ | |
| 72 | 25 | 36 % | 340 m/s | 226 ₽ | |
| 76 | 19 | 37 % | 290 m/s | 197 ₽ | |
| 100 | 13 | 30 % | 274 m/s | 335 ₽ | |
| 130 | 3 | 12 % | 293 m/s | 745 ₽ |
Gunsmith: build requirements
The build is handed in to Mechanic in the quest menu. Any set of mods works as long as the final stats meet the requirements.
Gunsmith - Part 21
- Ergonomics ≥ 75
- Total recoil ≤ 750
- Durability ≥ 60%
- Magazine capacity ≥ 7 rds
- Sighting range ≥ 200 m
- Required mods: M1911 Pachmayr American Legend Grip #423, M1911 Anarchy Outdoors .45 ACP muzzle brake
- Needs a mod from the category: Comb. tact. device
Weapons on the radar
- The enemy marker is labeled with the weapon they are carrying. The same is shown in the threat list next to the distance and height.
- Weapons in loot are labeled with the price and colored by value tier — you can tell right away whether it is worth going for.
- Aimlines and the “aiming at you” alert: you can see who has you in their sights.
The radar map opens from a link in any browser: on a phone, tablet, laptop or second monitor. You can also share it with friends from your squad.

Questions and answers
What caliber is M1911A1?
Pistol chambered for .45 ACP: the game has 5 types of these rounds.
What is the best ammo for M1911A1?
By penetration — AP (penetration 38, damage 66), by damage — RIP (130). Against class 4 armor you need penetration of 40 or higher, class 5 — 50 or higher, class 6 — 60 or higher.
Which Gunsmith parts is it needed for?
«Gunsmith - Part 21» (Ergonomics ≥ 75, Total recoil ≤ 750).
How much does it cost?
About 25,888 ₽ on the Flea Market per the price snapshot; the trader base price is calculated from 5,408 ₽.
What are its base stats?
Ergonomics 75, vertical recoil 451 and horizontal recoil 355, 30 rounds per minute, fire modes: single. These are figures without attachments — mods change them.
Same caliber
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