Description

Springfield 1911 EMP 4.0 Lightweight Champion 9mm Gear Up Package With 5 Mags

Overview

The Springfield 1911 EMP 4.0 Lightweight Champion 9mm Gear Up Package with 5 Mags is a carry-ready evolution of the classic 1911 platform, scaled down for the 9mm cartridge without compromising on the grip angle or trigger feel that shooters have trusted for over a century. Springfield Armory builds this pistol with a forged aluminum alloy frame and a 4-inch stainless steel bull barrel, shedding weight while keeping the balance point right where you want it. The Gear Up Package adds serious value: five magazines total (two 9-round flush-fit and three 10-round extended), a soft zippered case, and a paddle holster. At a street price that lands in the mid-900s, this package gives you more reloads out of the box than most competitors offer in a lifetime of aftermarket shopping.

Features & Specs

This lightweight champion uses a shortened grip frame and a ramped bull barrel to lock up tight and feed hollow points without hiccups. The forged aluminum frame keeps the carry weight under 27 ounces, and the stainless steel slide wears a black Melonite finish for corrosion resistance. The trigger is a solid, adjustable aluminum trigger with a clean break around 5 pounds. The Gear Up Package includes five total magazines, a paddle holster that works for both strong-side and cross-draw, and a lockable carrying case.

• Forged aluminum alloy frame with stainless steel bull barrel (4-inch, 1:16 twist)
• Two flush-fit 9-round magazines and three extended 10-round magazines included
• Melonite coated slide, Novak LoMount carry sights, and an integral Picatinny accessory rail
• OAL 7.6 inches, height 5.5 inches, unloaded weight 26.5 ounces

The Springfield 1911 EMP 4.0 Lightweight Champion 9mm Gear Up Package with 5 Mags also ships with a fully supported feed ramp, a skeletonized hammer, and a GI-style grip safety with a memory bump. The trigger is a solid two-piece adjustable unit, and the magazine well is beveled for fast reloads under stress.

Who It’s For

This package is built for the concealed carrier who wants 1911 ergonomics in a lighter, more packable platform. If you have smaller hands or prefer a shorter reach to the trigger, the EMP grip frame will feel more natural than a full-size 1911. It is also a strong choice for the shooter who trains regularly and wants the gear to keep up—five magazines mean less time at the reloading bench and more time on target. The paddle holster is a functional starter rig, but many buyers will upgrade to a custom Kydex shell after a few range sessions. This is not a safe queen or a competition race gun; it is a daily-use defensive tool that shoots flat and carries light.

• Concealed carriers who want a lighter 1911 without losing the grip angle
• Shooters with smaller hands who struggle with full-size double-stack frames
• Buyers who want a complete kit out of the box—no extra mags to source later

Shipping & FFL

This firearm ships to your chosen Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer within 2-5 business days after payment clears. You must select a licensed FFL during checkout; we cannot ship to residential addresses. Please confirm your FFL will accept the transfer before ordering—some dealers may charge their own transfer fee, which is separate from our shipping cost. We ship via UPS or FedEx with adult signature required. If your FFL has not received a shipment from us before, have them email a copy of their license to our compliance team. No COD shipments. Returns or cancellations after the firearm has shipped are not accepted due to ATF regulations.

• Ship to your FFL only; adult signature required upon delivery
• Confirm your dealer accepts transfers before placing the order
• No returns or cancellations once the firearm is in transit