Springfield Armory 1911 Operator AOS Pistol Threaded Barrel .45ACP

The 1911 Operator® AOS in .45 ACP delivers a handgun packed with duty-grade features that serious shooters demand. It comes equipped with a 5.75" threaded barrel for the attachment of muzzle devices, G10 grips, ambidextrous safety, two nine-round magazines with bumper pads, forward cocking serrations, and an integral Picatinny rail, making it a must-have tool for self-defense. Enhanced with AOS, the Operator now supports a wide variety of popular optics, including RMR, Shield, Delta Point Pro, and Docter. Each AOS plate integrates a rear sight that ensures proper optic height and an intuitive sight picture, providing visible co-witnessing in nearly all optic configurations. If you're looking for a no-nonsense, defensive-grade pistol in .45 ACP that’s ready to serve, the Operator is your answer.

Threaded Barrel

The 5.75" threaded barrel allows for easy attachment of muzzle devices (.578x28 Thread Pattern).

OPTICS-READY

Developed in collaboration with Agency Arms, AOS employs a series of plates fitting a wide variety of today’s most popular optics. The Emissary AOS Ships with a cover plate.

• Caliber

  .45 ACP
• Color

  Black
• Barrel

  5.75" Forged Stainless Steel, Threaded (.578 x 28), DLC, 1:16
• Slide

  Forged Carbon Steel, Black Cerakote®, Optics-Ready
• Frame

  Forged Carbon Steel, Black Cerakote®
• Sights

  Tritium Front, Black Serrated Rear
• Recoil System

  GI Style
• Grips

  VZ Grips® G10
• Magazines

  (2) 8-Round
• Weight

  42 oz
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