STI Spartan in 40 S&W. The economy 2011-format double-stack pistol in the most common competition caliber of the era. The Spartan 40 S&W allowed USPSA and IPSC competitors to participate in Limited division at major power factor without the cost of an Edge or Eagle. Type: Pistol Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 40 S&W Capacity: 14 Year introduced: 2003, USA Weight: 37 oz Overall length: 8.5" Status: Discontinued Intended use: USPSA Limited, IPSC Limited, Competition