| RIA 1911 series | |
| Origin: |  |
| Type: | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Is Ranged: | yes |
| Manufacturer: | Armscor |
| Production Date: | 1911–present |
| Variants: | FS MS CS A2 Hi-capacity Tactical Match |
| Weight: | 38.4oz |
| Length: | 7¾ in (197 mm) |
| Part Length: | 5 in (127 mm) |
| Width: | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Height: | 5.45 in (138 mm) |
| Caliber: | .45 ACP 10mm Auto .40 S&W .38 Super 9mm .22 TCM |
| Action: | semi-automatic, single action |
| Feed: | 8 round magazine (FS model) |
| Sights: | fixed G.I. (FS model) |
The Rock Island Armory 1911 series is a product line of single-action recoil operated semi-automatic pistols. They are designed and manufactured by Armscor in Marikina, Philippines,[1] and distributed in the United States by Armscor USA, located in Pahrump, Nevada. Armscor is an ISO 9001 certified-compliant company.[2]
RIA (Rock Island Armory) 1911s are derivatives of the US Military G.I. M1911-A1, the standard issue US Service pistol from 1911 to 1985.[3] Most RIA models are targeted at the low-end price point of the 1911 pistol market and are basic entry-level MIL-SPEC versions of the 1911.[4] However, some models offer additional higher-end features.
The general specifications for Rock Island Armory 1911 pistols are:[5]
The Compact model features a skeletonized hammer and beavertail grip safety, while the Tactical model adds a target-grade hammer and trigger, as well as an ambidextrous safety and enhanced contrast iron sights. Variants of Rock Island Armory 1911 pistols include:
| 1911-A1 FS | 1911-A1 MS | 1911-A1 CS | 1911-A2 FS HC | 1911-A1 Tactical[10] | 1911-A1 Match[11] | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size | Full | Commander | Compact (Colt Officer) | Full, double-stack | Full | Full |
| Length | 8.75 in | 7.75 in | 6.75 in | 8.75 to 9.75 in | 8.75 in | 8.75 in |
| Barrel Length | 5 in | 4.25 in | 3.5 in bull | 5 in or 6 in | 5 in | 5 in |
| Weight | 2.4 lb | 2.2 lb | 2.16 lb | 2.6 lb | 2.5 lb | 2.4 lb |
| Sights | G.I. | Snag-free | Snag-free | (varies) | Snag-free Combat | LPA Adjustable |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 round | 8 round | 7 round | 14 round (.45 ACP)16 round (10mm Auto) | 8 round | 8 round |
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