Description
Springfield XD 45ACP Service Model Black with Thumb Safety
Overview
The Springfield XD 45ACP Service Model Black with Thumb Safety is a full-sized, polymer-framed pistol chambered in .45 ACP, designed for duty, personal defense, and range use. Built by Springfield Armory, this model integrates a manual thumb safety for users who prefer an additional layer of engagement control. The Service Model designation indicates a 5-inch barrel and a full-length grip, delivering a balanced combination of recoil management and sight radius. This firearm operates on the proven XD (Xtreme Duty) striker-fired system, offering consistent trigger pull and a reliable feed cycle with standard .45 ACP ammunition.
Features & Specs
The Springfield XD 45ACP Service Model Black with Thumb Safety is manufactured to exacting tolerances, featuring a forged steel slide with a Melonite finish for corrosion resistance. The barrel is hammer-forged, ensuring longevity and accuracy over extended use cycles. The thumb safety is ambidextrous, engaging with a positive detent, and does not interfere with the slide release or magazine catch. The grip incorporates Springfield’s XD grip texture, providing traction under wet or gloved conditions.
- Caliber: .45 ACP; magazine capacity: 13+1 rounds (two magazines included)
- Barrel length: 5 inches; overall length: 8.3 inches; weight: 27.5 ounces (unloaded)
- Frame: black polymer with integral accessory rail; slide: forged steel, Melonite black finish
- Thumb safety: ambidextrous, frame-mounted; trigger pull: 5.5 to 7.7 pounds (factory spec)
- Sights: dovetail front and rear, steel, three-dot configuration; rear sight is drift adjustable for windage
The Springfield XD 45ACP Service Model Black with Thumb Safety includes a loaded chamber indicator and a striker status indicator, both tactile and visual. The sear assembly is housed in a removable chassis, simplifying maintenance and parts replacement. Recoil spring assembly is a full-length guide rod system, reducing muzzle rise during rapid fire.
Who It’s For
This pistol is suited for shooters who require a full-size .45 ACP platform with the added control of a manual safety. It is appropriate for law enforcement professionals, security personnel, and civilian users who prioritize manual safety engagement during holster carry or storage. The 5-inch barrel and full grip make it less ideal for concealed carry, but it excels as a home defense firearm or competition pistol in Production and Limited divisions. Shooters with larger hands will appreciate the full-length grip frame, while the ambidextrous safety accommodates left-handed or right-handed operation. The Springfield XD 45ACP Service Model Black with Thumb Safety is also a viable option for those transitioning from 1911-style platforms, as the thumb safety placement and operation are similar.
- Duty use and home defense: 13+1 capacity with proven .45 ACP terminal performance
- Range and training: consistent trigger and durable finish withstand high round counts
- Competition: Production division legal (with minor scoring); 5-inch barrel aids sight radius
- Includes: two 13-round magazines, polymer carrying case, cable lock, and owner’s manual
- Magazines are steel with polymer base pads; witness holes for round count verification
- Accessory rail accepts standard lights and lasers; holster compatibility is broad
Shipping & FFL
This firearm ships to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer of your choice. Upon order placement, you must provide the contact information for the receiving FFL. We will verify the license before shipment. You are responsible for any transfer fees charged by the receiving dealer. This item cannot be shipped to PO boxes or to states or localities where its possession is restricted. Please confirm your local laws regarding the Springfield XD 45ACP Service Model Black with Thumb Safety before ordering. All sales are final once the firearm has left our facility. Allow 3-7 business days for processing and shipping, depending on FFL verification time.
- FFL must be current and on file before shipment; we accept emailed copies of the license
- Adult signature required upon delivery; no exceptions for carrier release
- Returns accepted only if firearm is defective and within manufacturer warranty terms; contact us for RMA







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