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Springfield Hellcat 3" Micro-Compact OSP Semi-automatic 9mm 3" Barrel FDE 13+1 Rds.
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SKU: WX2*0718584
Overview
Built for concealed carry, this micro-compact 9mm is sized for discreet everyday use while still offering a high-capacity setup with the included magazines. The OSP configuration adds a milled slide for micro red dot optics, giving shooters a streamlined option for faster sighting without a mounting plate. It also includes a tritium front sight with a tactical rack U-Dot rear sight, a flat trigger, and Adaptive Grip Texture designed to stay comfortable in hand and avoid snagging on clothing or holsters. For hunters and outdoorsmen looking for a compact defensive sidearm to carry in the field or around camp, it offers a practical balance of concealability, sighting options, and straightforward controls.
Why Hunters Choose the Springfield Armory
Compact 1-inch
Width supports discreet carry in
Included Extended-grip
Magazine provides 14-round capacity
Flush-fit Magazine
12-round carry option
Osp Slide
Accepts micro red dot optics
Adaptive Grip
Texture is smooth to the
Key Features
- Micro-compact 9mm semi-automatic pistol with a 3" barrel and FDE finish.
- OSP model features a milled slide that accepts popular micro red dot optics.
- Includes a 13+1 round capacity configuration.
- Adaptive Grip Texture is smooth to the touch and designed to lock in under a firm grip.
- Tritium luminescent front sight pairs with a tactical rack U-Dot rear sight for target acquisition.
- Flat trigger and nickel boron-coated trigger group are described as providing a consistent trigger pull.
- Standard rail accepts lights, lasers, and other compatible accessories.
Best Used For
- Concealed carry users wanting a compact 9mm pistol for inside-the-waistband or pocket carry
- Shooters who want an optics-ready micro-compact with direct-mount micro red dot compatibility
- Owners prioritizing a high-capacity carry pistol in a very small, concealable package
- Users who prefer simple manual operation without manual or grip safeties
- Hunters and outdoorsmen needing a compact sidearm with rail space for lights or lasers
Specifications
| Action | Semi-automatic |
|---|---|
| Barrel Length | 3" |
| Caliber | 9mm |
| Capacity | 13+1 Rds. |
| Coating | Melonite-coated inside and out |
| Color | FDE |
| Grip Safety | No |
| Grip Texture | Adaptive Grip Texture |
| Magazine Included | Extended-grip magazine and flush-fit magazine |
| Manual Safety | No |
| Optics Mounting | Milled slide accepts micro red dot optics directly |
| Optics Ready | Yes |
| Rail | Standard rail |
| Sight Type | Tritium luminescent front sight / tactical rack U-Dot rear sight |
| Slide Serrations | Top rear slide serrations |
| Trigger | Flat trigger |
| Trigger Pull | About 5.7 pounds |
| Weight | 18.3 ounces |
| Width | 1" |
Pros
- Compact 1-inch width supports discreet carry in waistband or pocket.
- Included extended-grip magazine provides 14-round capacity.
- Flush-fit magazine offers a 12-round carry option.
- OSP slide accepts micro red dot optics directly, no plate required.
- Adaptive Grip Texture is smooth to the touch and secure under a firm grip.
- Tritium front sight and tactical rack U-Dot rear aid target acquisition in varied light.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The 3" barrel and micro-compact size prioritize concealment, so this model is built around carry convenience rather than a full-size shooting platform.
- The OSP slide accepts micro red dot optics, but optics are not included and must be selected separately.
- The included magazine setup is capacity-specific: 13+1 rounds as listed in the title, with the long description noting a 12-round flush-fit magazine and an extended-grip magazine.
- Its compact frame and no manual or grip safeties may suit experienced carriers, but that setup may not match every user’s preferred control layout.
Suggested Comparisons
- Micro-compact concealed carry pistol
- Compact 9mm semi-automatic pistol
- Optics-ready handgun
- Subcompact defensive pistol
Suggested Accessories
- Holster
- Micro red dot optic
- Weapon light
- Laser sight
Frequently Asked Questions
What magazine capacity does the Springfield Hellcat 3" Micro-Compact OSP come with?
The product data lists 13+1 rounds in the title. The description also states it includes an extended-grip magazine with 14 rounds of payload and a flush-fit magazine with 12 rounds. If you need the exact included magazine configuration, the source text is not fully consistent.
Is this Hellcat model optics-ready?
Yes. The OSP model has a milled slide that accepts popular micro red dot optics, and the description says the optics mount directly to the slide with no plate required.
Does the pistol have manual safeties?
The description says there are no manual or grip safeties.
What sight setup does it use?
It features a tritium luminescent front sight paired with a tactical rack U-Dot rear sight for target acquisition in different lighting conditions.
What is included in the grip and trigger setup?
The description says it uses Adaptive Grip Texture and a flat trigger with a nickel boron-coated trigger group. It also notes a consistent trigger pull that breaks at about 5.7 pounds.