The Kimber Rapide Ice pistol in 9mm with an optic-ready slide (brand part no. 3000455) boasts performance-enhancing features including stepped cocking serrations and slide lightening cuts for a faster return to battery. Kimber builds the barrel from stainless steel for extreme durability, and a flush-fitting extended magwell paired with a new V-Cut match-grade trigger breaking crisply at 4-5 pounds speeds up reloads and shot placement. The stainless steel frame includes a 1913 Picatinny rail, white dot sights with a rear optic cover plate featuring a built-in rear sight, and black and blue G10 grips finished with a KimPro II coating for chemical, moisture, salt, and UV resistance. Among optic-ready semi-auto handguns, this Rapide Ice configuration favors shooters who want a red-dot-ready 1911 with a rail.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is 9mm.
• The capacity is 9+1 rounds.
• The slide is lightening cut, optic ready, and serrated, accepting a direct-mount red dot.
• The frame includes a 1913 Picatinny rail, built into stainless steel.
• The trigger is a V-Cut match-grade trigger, breaking crisply at 4-5 pounds.
• The finish is KimPro II, resisting chemicals, moisture, salt, and UV light.
• The pistol ships with a one 8-round Tac-Mag magazine.
• Rifled with a 1-in-16-inch twist rate.
• The safety is Manual Safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this pistol optic ready? Yes, the slide includes an optic cut with a rear cover plate that has a built-in backup sight.

Does the frame have an accessory rail? Yes, a 1913 Picatinny rail is built into the stainless steel frame.

Buy the Kimber Rapide Ice, 9mm

An optic-ready, rail-equipped 1911 with a match-grade trigger is exactly what this Rapide Ice delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.