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Vincent · 02-11-2005, 08:51 AM

The GAP round will fit in the 9 and .40 frame?

45 GAP - 4 inch & 5 inch Models

How do you give the XD big-bore stopping power without enlarging its trim, ergonomic frame? Simple you just make the cartridge shorter so it fits in the existing XD platform.

Introducing the new XD chambered in 45 GAP. This new cartridge gives you the same performance of the mighty 45 ACP, but the shorter overall cartridge length of the GAP round means it fits in the exact same XD frame as our 9mm and 40 S&W versions.
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flttster · 02-11-2005, 08:55 AM

Didn't you just answer your own question?

[TASF]Overkill · 02-11-2005, 08:56 AM

They didn't have to change the grip. The frame is the same (Or very similar) to the XD40 and XD9.

The Tengu · 02-11-2005, 09:22 AM

The .45 GAP OAL is short enough to fit in the same frame. That's all.

RicochetJim · 02-11-2005, 09:39 AM

In other words, an XD for a .45 ACP would have required a new frame probably with a longer trigger reach. Not so with the .45 GAP.

ElrodCod · 02-11-2005, 12:37 PM

I bet the slide's alot heavier.

SLCDave · 02-11-2005, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ElrodCod

I bet the slide's alot heavier.

Really?

I bet it's close to the same weight.

Verm · 02-11-2005, 02:29 PM

I am guessing it's a little lighter since there is less metal to accomodate for the bigger round.

CmptrN3rd · 02-11-2005, 02:54 PM

Yeah thats probably right. Id guess about the same weight though. So basically all youd need to do is change out the barrel and maybe the spring for a future conversion? Unless the barrel is bigger.

SLCDave · 02-11-2005, 03:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CmptrN3rd

Yeah thats probably right. Id guess about the same weight though. So basically all youd need to do is change out the barrel and maybe the spring for a future conversion? Unless the barrel is bigger.

I imagine the barrel will have to be at least a little bigger, to accomidate the larger diameter bullet.

02-11-2005, 08:51 AM	#1
Vincent XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 134	What does Springfield mean when they say The GAP round will fit in the 9 and .40 frame? 45 GAP - 4 inch & 5 inch Models How do you give the XD big-bore stopping power without enlarging its trim, ergonomic frame? Simple you just make the cartridge shorter so it fits in the existing XD platform. Introducing the new XD chambered in 45 GAP. This new cartridge gives you the same performance of the mighty 45 ACP, but the shorter overall cartridge length of the GAP round means it fits in the exact same XD frame as our 9mm and 40 S&W versions. [/i]

02-11-2005, 08:55 AM	#2
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02-11-2005, 08:56 AM	#3
[TASF]Overkill XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,446	They didn't have to change the grip. The frame is the same (Or very similar) to the XD40 and XD9. __________________ "Semper facere bonum, an a amare odium, vita mors." [Do good always, whether through life or death, love or hate.] "He who relies solely on warlike measures shall be exterminated; he who relies solely on peaceful measures shall perish." Photo thread is back! (Until next disaster)

02-11-2005, 09:22 AM	#4
The Tengu XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,771	The .45 GAP OAL is short enough to fit in the same frame. That's all. __________________ The militia of the United States consists of all able-bodied males at least 17 years of age and, except as provided in section 313 of title 32, under 45 years of age who are, or who have made a declaration of intention to become, citizens of the United States and of female citizens of the United States who are members of the National Guard. United States Code, Title 10, section 311, paragraph (a)

02-11-2005, 09:39 AM	#5
RicochetJim XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 619	In other words, an XD for a .45 ACP would have required a new frame probably with a longer trigger reach. Not so with the .45 GAP. __________________ Jim XD-40 Service Model with Heinie night sights XD-9 Sub-Compact Bi-Tone Taurus 605 snubby .357 magnum

02-11-2005, 12:37 PM	#6
ElrodCod XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Fort Pierce, FL Posts: 309	I bet the slide's alot heavier. __________________ ElrodCod NRA life Member

02-11-2005, 02:29 PM	#8
Verm XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Carson City NV. Posts: 814	I am guessing it's a little lighter since there is less metal to accomodate for the bigger round. __________________ Enough firepower, the will and the guts to use it all.

02-11-2005, 02:54 PM	#9
CmptrN3rd XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 244	Yeah thats probably right. Id guess about the same weight though. So basically all youd need to do is change out the barrel and maybe the spring for a future conversion? Unless the barrel is bigger.

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