Description

Springfield XD 45ACP Service Model Black with Thumb Safety

Overview

The Springfield XD 45ACP Service Model Black with Thumb Safety delivers a proven combination of stopping power and controlled accuracy in a duty-ready platform. Chambered in .45 ACP, this service-grade pistol features a 4-inch barrel and a full-size frame designed for consistent performance in defensive and range applications. The integrated thumb safety provides an additional layer of secure handling, making it a practical choice for those who prefer a manual safety on their sidearm. Each unit is assembled at Springfield Armory’s U.S. facility and includes two 13-round magazines with a stainless steel guide rod and a lockable polymer carry case.

Features & Specs

Built on the reliable XD striker-fired system, the Springfield XD 45ACP Service Model Black with Thumb Safety offers a consistent trigger pull and a crisp reset. The black Melonite finish protects the slide from corrosion while reducing glare. The polymer frame incorporates an integral accessory rail for lights or lasers, and the grip features interchangeable backstraps for custom fit. Key specifications include a 4-inch hammer-forged barrel, overall length of 7.3 inches, and an unloaded weight of approximately 28 ounces. The thumb safety is ambidextrous and engages positively without interfering with the slide release.

• Caliber: .45 ACP with 13+1 round capacity
• Barrel: 4-inch hammer-forged steel, Melonite finish
• Safety: Ambidextrous thumb safety, trigger safety, grip safety
• Sights: Low-profile dovetailed front and rear (steel)
• Frame: Black polymer with interchangeable backstraps (S, M, L)

Who It’s For

The Springfield XD 45ACP Service Model Black with Thumb Safety is designed for shooters who want a full-size .45 ACP pistol with a manual safety for enhanced control during holstering and administrative handling. It suits law enforcement personnel, armed security professionals, and civilian owners who prioritize the .45 ACP cartridge for its terminal ballistics. The service model dimensions and 13-round magazine capacity make it appropriate for home defense, range training, and competitive shooting in IDPA or USPSA divisions that allow full-size handguns with thumb safeties. Experienced shooters transitioning from 1911 platforms will find the thumb safety placement familiar, while new owners benefit from the XD’s straightforward takedown and low bore axis for recoil management.

• Duty carriers requiring a manual safety on a striker-fired pistol
• Home defense users seeking .45 ACP terminal performance
• Range shooters who prefer full-size grip and sight radius
• Those upgrading from compact or subcompact .45 ACP pistols

Shipping & FFL

This firearm ships from our licensed inventory to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer of your choice. After placing your order, provide your chosen dealer’s contact information for transfer processing. We ship via insured ground service to all states where the Springfield XD 45ACP Service Model Black with Thumb Safety is legal for transfer. Please confirm your local regulations regarding magazine capacity and manual safety requirements before ordering. A valid government-issued ID and completed ATF Form 4473 are required at the receiving dealer. Standard shipping rates apply; expedited options are available at checkout. No additional processing fees are charged beyond the listed transfer cost set by your chosen FFL.

• Must ship to a licensed FFL dealer for transfer
• Provide dealer’s FFL number and contact information at checkout
• Check local laws for .45 ACP magazine and safety restrictions
• Adult signature required upon delivery