Putting the Springfield XD-S .45 ACP to the Test

By NRA Staff (RSS)

January 17, 2012

Springfield's new XD-S was one of the most popular guns at Media Day at the Range 2012, and with good reason. The newest addition to the XD line, the XD-S features a slim, single stack frame that still manages to deliver the infamous .45 caliber firepower.

The XD-S's slim feel and comfortable design make it easy to handle and shoot. American Rifleman Editor-in-Chief Mark Keefe wanted to see the gun put through its paces by a true pro at Media Day, and so he turned to champion shooter Rob Leatham. Check out the results in the video above!

Specs:
Caliber: .45 ACP
Capacity: 5+1 RDS
Weight: 21 ozs.
Barrel: Melonite, Fully Supported Ramp
Sights: Dovetail Rear (Steel), Fiber Optic Front
Slide: Forged Steel
Frame: Black Polymer
Magazines: 2 Stainless Steel

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12 Responses to Putting the Springfield XD-S .45 ACP to the Test

Jared wrote:
December 12, 2012

I just got the xdm 45. Acp 3.8 compact. Wow this thing is great. Best never fail pistol ive ever owened. Get one I know you will love it. My compact clip holds 9+1 and the extended holds 13+1. So nice very loud but check one out. Cost about 6-$680.00

SEF wrote:
August 19, 2012

It's a keeper. But remember it is a .45 shoot it like one and all will be well.

RMK wrote:
July 10, 2012

All it was cracked up to be and more. Got mine a couple weeks ago. Light, well-crafted, accurate, and concealable.

Bratt wrote:
July 09, 2012

I wish they would hurry up and get this in my town. I have the xdm 40 3.8 and love it. The seven round mag is a great choice also, I like a little something to hang on to.

Garrett wrote:
April 09, 2012

Armslist is giving one of these away this month. Check it out http://www.armslist.com/?utm_source=c000019&utm_medium=plink&utm_campaign=p025231

Wally wrote:
March 28, 2012

If they can offer a optional 7 round magazine with the grip adapter like their other pistols, it would be perfect.

BedrockBob wrote:
January 30, 2012

I am looking forward to this gun. I have a xdm 3.8 compact but most of the time it is to bulky and heavy. I think this will be right size and weight for me. BTW the weight is 21.5 oz not 29 oz. Springfield's new website for the XD-S. http://xdspistol.com/

schledewitzg wrote:
January 25, 2012

5 in the mag and 1 in the chamber? Wow!!! Mmmm no thankyou. I have a xdm 3.8 compact with the 19 round mag. Ill take a little more beef for a lack of thickness of my gun

Crocker wrote:
January 20, 2012

Awesome! I want one. I have the full size XD and love it. This will make a great carry gun.

Daniel Cameron wrote:
January 19, 2012

A price would have been nice too.

knightrain wrote:
January 18, 2012

And the gun looks like.....

Stanger wrote:
January 18, 2012

It would have been nice to see the pistol.