The Rock Island 1911 TAC Ultra Compact pistol in .45 ACP with VZ Tactical grips (brand part no. 51470) delivers a fully parkerized, compact 1911 built for concealed carry. Armscor/Rock Island Armory fits the pistol with a 3.5-inch barrel on a steel frame and slide, and VZ Operator II polymer grips give a secure, tactical hold. An orange fiber optic front sight pairs with a snag-free adjustable rear LPA sight for fast, precise aiming, and an extended beavertail with wide, angled slide serrations rounds out the feature set. A frame-mounted ambidextrous safety completes the manual of arms. Among compact 1911-pattern semi-auto handguns, this TAC Ultra configuration favors shooters who want a tactical-focused compact .45 ACP carry gun.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45 ACP.
• The capacity is 7+1 rounds.
• The barrel measures 3.5 inches.
• The finish is fully parkerized, on both frame and slide.
• The grips are VZ Operator II polymer, giving a secure tactical hold.
• The sights are an orange fiber optic front, snag-free adjustable rear LPA.
• The safety is an ambidextrous, frame-mounted design.
• Ships with 1 7-round magazine.
• The slide is serrated.
• The action is single action.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grip material does this pistol use? VZ Operator II polymer grips, giving a secure tactical hold.

Is the safety ambidextrous? Yes, a frame-mounted ambidextrous safety supports right- or left-handed shooters.

Buy the Rock Island 1911 TAC Ultra Compact Pistol

A fully parkerized, compact 1911 built for concealed carry in .45 ACP is exactly what this Rock Island 1911 TAC Ultra Compact Pistol delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.