The Auto-Ordnance Thompson 1927A-1 Deluxe .45 ACP semi-auto carbine (Auto-Ordnance part no. ZT1) reproduces every classic detail of the original Thompson submachine gun in a modern, semi-auto-only rifle. This Shooter’s Model carries a genuine American walnut stock, a finned 16.5-inch barrel compensator, and the choice of a blued steel or aluminum receiver, all built for collectors and range shooters who want the look and feel of the iconic Tommy gun without any select-fire capability.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .45 ACP, the same caliber used in the original Thompson submachine gun.
• The 16.5-inch finned barrel reproduces the compensator profile of the original 1927A-1.
• Feeds from a 20-round magazine, staying true to the classic Thompson stick-magazine look.
• Finished in black over a frame and receiver machined from solid steel or aluminum.
• Fitted with a fixed genuine American walnut stock for period-correct styling.
• Sighted with a blade front and adjustable rear sight, matching the original Thompson’s sight picture.
• Overall length runs about 41 inches and the carbine weighs approximately 13 pounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a real machine gun? No, this Thompson reproduction is semi-auto only; it fires one round per trigger pull and has no select-fire or full-auto capability.

What caliber does it use? It is chambered in .45 ACP, the same round used in the original Thompson submachine gun.

What does Shooter’s Model mean? It indicates the rifle is 100% new in the box but may have a minor cosmetic finish imperfection from manufacturing, typically visible only under close inspection.

Buy the Auto-Ordnance Thompson 1927A-1 Deluxe Carbine

Few American firearms carry as much history as the Thompson, and this Deluxe 1927A-1 reproduction brings that legacy to the range as a fully legal, semi-auto-only carbine. Backed by Auto-Ordnance and part of our semi-auto rifles lineup, it is a standout piece for collectors. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.