Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Model Black Essentials Package

The Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Model Black Essentials Package represents a purpose-built defensive handgun engineered for service-level reliability and stopping power. Chambered in the proven .45 ACP cartridge, this model delivers the terminal performance demanded by law enforcement and civilian shooters alike. The Essentials Package strips away superfluous accessories to focus on the core components: the pistol, two magazines, a paddle holster, double magazine pouch, and a cable lock. This Springfield Armory firearm is assembled in Croatia and imported through Springfield, Inc. in Geneseo, Illinois, maintaining the stringent quality control standards expected from a major American firearms manufacturer.

Overview

The Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Model Black Essentials Package is built around a 4-inch hammer-forged barrel with a Melonite finish that resists corrosion and wear. The polymer frame incorporates a full-length steel guide rod and a captive recoil spring assembly to manage the .45 ACP recoil impulse. The slide features cocking serrations front and rear for positive manipulation. This service model is the full-size variant, designed for duty carry or home defense, with a 13-round magazine capacity in the .45 ACP chambering. The black finish is uniform across all metal surfaces, and the grip texture provides a non-slip interface under adverse conditions.

Features & Specs

The Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Model Black Essentials Package incorporates the XD Safety System, which includes a grip safety, trigger safety, and a loaded chamber indicator. The striker status indicator at the rear of the slide provides visual and tactile confirmation of the firing pin condition. The trigger mechanism is a single-action with a consistent pull weight, and the reset is short and tactile for rapid follow-up shots.

• Caliber: .45 ACP, magazine capacity: 13 rounds, barrel length: 4.0 inches, overall length: 7.3 inches, weight: 31.5 ounces unloaded
• Sights: Dovetail front and rear, three-dot configuration, steel construction, low-profile for snag-free draw
• Frame: Black polymer with integral Picatinny rail for accessory mounting, interchangeable backstraps included (two sizes)

• Slide: Forged carbon steel with Melonite finish, front and rear cocking serrations, loaded chamber indicator port
• Trigger: Single-action, 5.5 to 7.5 pound pull weight, trigger safety blade, short reset distance
• Safety: Grip safety with memory pad, trigger safety, firing pin block, striker status indicator

• Included accessories: Two 13-round magazines, paddle holster, double magazine pouch, cable lock, hard plastic case, owner’s manual
• Finish: Black Melonite on barrel and slide, black polymer frame, matte texture
• Origin: Assembled in Croatia, imported by Springfield Armory, Geneseo, Illinois

Who It’s For

The Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Model Black Essentials Package is suited for the shooter who prioritizes caliber performance and capacity in a full-size platform. It serves the duty carrier requiring a service pistol with a proven track record in law enforcement applications. It is also appropriate for the civilian defender who values the .45 ACP’s terminal ballistics and wants a handgun that functions reliably with a wide range of factory ammunition. The Essentials Package appeals to the buyer who does not need multiple magazine options or accessory kits, preferring instead to purchase the foundational pistol and holster package at a value-oriented price point. The 4-inch barrel balances concealability with ballistic performance, making it viable for both open carry and home defense roles.

Shipping & FFL

This Springfield XD .45 ACP Service Model Black Essentials Package will ship to a Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer of your choice. Upon purchase, we will require a copy of the receiving FFL’s current license on file. Please confirm with your chosen dealer that they accept shipments from online retailers and that they can process the transfer for this firearm. Shipping is to contiguous US addresses only. All applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding firearm ownership and transfer must be followed. The buyer assumes responsibility for compliance with all jurisdictional requirements. We cannot ship to PO boxes or APO addresses for this product. Allow 3-7 business days for processing and shipment after FFL verification is complete.