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Beretta 8045 Cougar .45 ACP 3.6-inch

The 8045 Cougar is the .45 ACP variant of the Cougar family, adapting the rotating barrel lockup to the largest of the three Cougar chamberings. Eight rounds of .45 ACP in a compact metal-frame pistol. The rotating barrel noticeably softens .45 ACP recoil compared to Browning-pattern pistols.

📄Manual (model family)🔧Schematic — not on file
Type
Pistol
Action
Semi-Automatic
Caliber
.45 ACP
Capacity
8
Introduced
1998
Origin
Italy
Status
Discontinued
Platform
Beretta Cougar

Chamberings

Specifications

Weight (unloaded)
32 oz
Overall length
7"
Barrel options
3.6-inch
Era
Modern
Intended use
Concealed Carry, Service

Documents

FAQs

How much does the Beretta 8045 Cougar .45 ACP 3.6-inch weigh?
The Beretta 8045 Cougar .45 ACP 3.6-inch weighs 32 oz (2.0 lb) unloaded.
What caliber is the Beretta 8045 Cougar .45 ACP 3.6-inch?
The Beretta 8045 Cougar .45 ACP 3.6-inch is chambered in .45 ACP.
When was the Beretta 8045 Cougar .45 ACP 3.6-inch introduced?
The Beretta 8045 Cougar .45 ACP 3.6-inch was introduced in 1998 in Italy and is discontinued.
What is the capacity of the Beretta 8045 Cougar .45 ACP 3.6-inch?
The Beretta 8045 Cougar .45 ACP 3.6-inch has a capacity of 8.

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