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Colt Government Model .38 Super 5-inch
The .38 Super Government Model has been in continuous production longer than almost any other Colt variant. The cartridge was introduced to defeat early vehicle doors and early body armor, and remains popular in IPSC competition and in Latin American markets where .45 ACP military calibers are restricted.
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- Type
- Semi-Auto Pistol
- Action
- Single-Action
- Caliber
- .38 Super
- Capacity
- 9
- Introduced
- 1929
- Origin
- USA
- Status
- Active
- Platform
- 1911
Chamberings
Specifications
- Weight (unloaded)
- 38.5 oz
- Overall length
- 8.5"
- Barrel options
- 5-inch
- Era
- Pre-WWII
- Law enforcement
- Yes
- Intended use
- Service, Duty, Competition
Documents
No manual on file yet.
FAQs
- How much does the Colt Government Model .38 Super 5-inch weigh?
- The Colt Government Model .38 Super 5-inch weighs 38.5 oz (2.4 lb) unloaded.
- What caliber is the Colt Government Model .38 Super 5-inch?
- The Colt Government Model .38 Super 5-inch is chambered in .38 Super.
- When was the Colt Government Model .38 Super 5-inch introduced?
- The Colt Government Model .38 Super 5-inch was introduced in 1929 in USA and is still in production.
- What is the capacity of the Colt Government Model .38 Super 5-inch?
- The Colt Government Model .38 Super 5-inch has a capacity of 9.
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