The P226 in .40 S&W extends the platform's versatility to the FBI-developed cartridge, using a wider slide and .40-specific barrel. It was adopted by numerous state police agencies during the .40 S&W's peak law enforcement era. The DA/SA trigger and alloy frame remain identical to the 9mm variant, and many agencies transitioned from .40 to 9mm by simply changing barrels and magazines rather than replacing pistols. Type: Semi-Auto Pistol Action: DA/SA Caliber: .40 S&W Capacity: 12 Year introduced: 1990, Germany/USA Weight: 34 oz Overall length: 7.7" Status: Active Intended use: duty, law_enforcement