The Auto-Ordnance Thompson M1 Carbine .45 ACP lightweight carbine (brand part no. TM1CP) reimagines the classic M1 Carbine silhouette in a modern .45 ACP chambering. Auto-Ordnance machines the barrel and receiver from blued aluminum alloy to keep the carbine light in hand, then pairs it with a walnut-grain polymer fixed stock and matching grip for a look that echoes the original M1 Carbine. A 16.5-inch barrel feeds a 30+1 capacity, giving shooters a substantial round count between reloads. Built strictly as a semi-automatic civilian carbine, it suits home defense, range plinking, and collectors drawn to the M1 Carbine’s WWII-era heritage without the weight or recoil of a full-size rifle.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45 ACP.
• Capacity runs 30+1 rounds.
• The barrel measures 16.5 inches.
• The barrel and receiver are machined from aluminum alloy to cut overall weight.
• The barrel and receiver finish is blued.
• The stock is a fixed walnut-grain polymer design.
• The grip is a matching walnut-grain polymer piece.
• The action is semi-automatic only, firing one round per trigger pull.
• The carbine ships at approximately 20.56 pounds in its case.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this carbine capable of fully automatic fire? No, this Auto-Ordnance carbine is a semi-automatic-only civilian firearm; it fires one round per trigger pull like the original M1 Carbine.

What is the magazine capacity? It is rated for 30+1 rounds of .45 ACP.

What is the carbine’s barrel length? 16.5 inches.

Buy the Auto-Ordnance Thompson M1 Carbine .45 ACP

Collectors and range shooters looking for a lightweight, easy-handling .45 ACP carbine with WWII-inspired styling will appreciate what this Auto-Ordnance build offers. Browse our full selection of semi-auto rifles and order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.