Description

Springfield XDS Mod.2 3.3 Single Stack 45 ACP Pistol with Stainless Slide and Tritium Front Sight

Overview

The Springfield XDS Mod.2 3.3 Single Stack 45 ACP Pistol with Stainless Slide and Tritium Front Sight represents a refined evolution in the micro-compact defensive pistol category. Chambered in .45 ACP, this model retains the proven single-stack grip profile while incorporating second-generation enhancements to the frame texture, trigger system, and sight configuration. The stainless steel slide provides corrosion resistance and dimensional stability under sustained use, while the tritium front sight ensures low-light target acquisition. Built on a forged steel frame with a polymer grip module, this pistol delivers a balance of concealability and terminal ballistics that is difficult to achieve in smaller platforms.

Features & Specs

The Springfield XDS Mod.2 3.3 Single Stack 45 ACP Pistol with Stainless Slide and Tritium Front Sight is engineered for reliable operation with standard pressure and +P .45 ACP ammunition. Key specifications include a 3.3-inch hammer-forged barrel with Melonite finish, a stainless steel slide with cocking serrations front and rear, and a metal three-dot sight system with a tritium front lamp. The frame uses the patented GripZone texture with variable-depth polymer islands to maintain purchase during recoil. The slide stop, magazine release, and takedown lever are all ambidextrous compatible.

• Caliber: .45 ACP (5+1 capacity with flush magazine, 6+1 with extended magazine)
• Barrel: 3.3-inch hammer-forged stainless steel, 1:16 twist rate, Melonite treated
• Overall Length: 6.3 inches | Height: 4.7 inches (with flush magazine) | Width: 0.9 inches
• Weight: 21.5 ounces (unloaded) | Trigger Pull: 5.5–7.5 pounds (tested per SAAMI method)
• Sights: Tritium front (green) with white dot rear, drift adjustable for windage

Additional features include a loaded chamber indicator, a visual and tactile striker status indicator, and a polymer trigger guard with undercut for higher grip placement. The stainless slide is finished with a satin matte surface to reduce glare. The pistol includes two steel magazines with polymer base pads: one flush (5-round) and one extended (6-round).

Who It’s For

This pistol is intended for civilian defensive carriers who prioritize concealment without sacrificing caliber performance. The .45 ACP chambering in a single-stack format appeals to shooters who prefer the terminal ballistics of 230-grain projectiles but need a width under one inch for comfortable inside-the-waistband carry. The tritium front sight is particularly suited for low-light environments common in home defense or evening carry scenarios. The GripZone texture and reduced trigger reach accommodate medium to large hand sizes, though users with smaller hands will appreciate the 0.9-inch grip circumference. Law enforcement officers seeking a backup or off-duty pistol will also find the XDS Mod.2 compatible with existing duty gear due to its standard accessory rail and holster ecosystem.

• Civilian concealed carriers requiring .45 ACP in a subcompact frame
• Shooters who value tritium night sights for low-light defensive use
• Users upgrading from the original XDS to the Mod.2 GripZone and trigger improvements
• Competitive shooters in single-stack divisions seeking a .45 option

Shipping & FFL

This Springfield XDS Mod.2 3.3 Single Stack 45 ACP Pistol with Stainless Slide and Tritium Front Sight will ship from our federally licensed inventory to your chosen FFL dealer. You must provide a signed copy of your FFL dealer’s license or have them email a copy to our compliance team prior to shipment. All NICS background checks and state-specific waiting periods are handled by the receiving FFL. We ship via UPS Next Day Air or FedEx Priority Overnight, with signature required. No shipments to PO boxes. International shipping is not available. For customers in states with magazine capacity restrictions, we may ship with pinned or reduced-capacity magazines to remain compliant with local law. Please verify your local ordinances before ordering.

• All firearms ship with two factory magazines, cable lock, and hard plastic case
• FFL must be current and on file before shipment is released
• Returns accepted only for manufacturer defect; see our warranty policy for details