Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Model Black Essentials Package

The Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Model Black Essentials Package represents a refined balance of duty-grade reliability and practical everyday capability. Chambered in the proven .45 ACP cartridge, this service pistol is built on Springfield Armory’s storied XD platform, known for its robust polymer frame, forged steel slide, and a consistent trigger system that meets the demands of both defensive shooters and law enforcement professionals. This Essentials Package delivers the core components required for immediate range readiness or carry application without unnecessary accessories, focusing instead on the fundamental performance of the firearm itself.

Overview

The Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Model Black Essentials Package is a striker-fired, semi-automatic pistol designed for those who require a full-size service handgun with substantial stopping power. The “Service Model” designation indicates a 4-inch barrel length and a full-size grip frame, providing a comfortable sight radius and a stable shooting platform. This package includes the pistol, one 13-round magazine, a cable lock, and a padded carrying case. The black Melonite finish on the slide offers corrosion resistance and a low-glare profile, while the polymer frame incorporates the XD’s signature grip safety, trigger safety, and loaded chamber indicator. This is not a stripped-down version; it is a functional, specification-driven firearm that prioritizes mechanical integrity over cosmetic enhancements.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .45 ACP; Capacity: 13+1 rounds with included magazine; Barrel Length: 4 inches; Overall Length: 7.3 inches; Height: 5.5 inches; Width: 1.2 inches; Weight: 28 ounces (unloaded).
• Frame: Black polymer with integral accessory rail (MIL-STD-1913); Slide: Forged steel with black Melonite finish; Sights: Steel 3-dot combat sights (dovetail front and rear); Trigger: Striker-fired with a consistent 5.5 to 7.7 pound pull.
• Safety Systems: Grip safety (internal sear block), trigger safety, firing pin safety, and visual loaded chamber indicator (tactile and visual).

The barrel features traditional rifling, making this model compatible with a wide range of standard .45 ACP ammunition, including jacketed hollow points. The recoil spring assembly is a full-length guide rod system, contributing to the pistol’s reliable cycling under various loads. The magazine release is ambidextrous for the frame, and the slide release is located on the left side for right-handed shooters.

Who It’s For

This Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Model Black Essentials Package is intended for the shooter who values the .45 ACP cartridge and requires a full-size platform for home defense, range training, or duty use. It suits the civilian defensive shooter who wants a high-capacity .45 without the bulk of a 1911, as well as the experienced marksman who appreciates the XD’s consistent trigger and intuitive manual of arms. Law enforcement officers or security personnel who prefer the .45 caliber for its terminal ballistics will find the Service Model’s dimensions appropriate for uniform holster carry. It is also a strong choice for the new shooter transitioning from a compact 9mm to a full-size .45, as the heavier frame and 4-inch barrel mitigate recoil. This package eliminates the cost of additional accessories, making it a direct entry point into the XD platform for those who already possess holsters and magazine pouches.

Shipping & FFL

This firearm ships from our licensed inventory directly to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder of your choice. Upon placing an order, you must provide the name, address, and contact information for a receiving dealer who holds a valid FFL. We will verify the license prior to shipment. You are responsible for contacting the receiving FFL to confirm their willingness to process the transfer, as well as any transfer fees, background check costs, or state-specific taxes they may require. Shipment is restricted to states and localities where the Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Model Black Essentials Package is legally permitted. No shipments will be made to P.O. Boxes; a physical street address for the receiving FFL is required. Please allow 3-7 business days for processing and shipping after FFL verification. All federal, state, and local laws apply; it is the purchaser’s sole responsibility to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations prior to ordering.