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Springfield Hellcat .380 Acp 3" Barrel (1) 11-Round, (1) 13-Round Extended
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SKU: HC931380BOSP-706397980948
Overview
Built for compact carry, this pistol pairs a 3-inch barrel with an optics-ready slide and a black polymer frame designed with adaptive grip texture. The tritium/luminescent front sight and Tactical Rack U-Notch rear sight support quick sight alignment in a range of lighting conditions, while the dual captive recoil spring and full-length guide rod are part of the platform’s recoil system. It includes one 11-round magazine and one 13-round extended magazine, giving shooters a choice between a more compact profile and added capacity.
Why Hunters Choose the Springfield Armory
Optics-ready Slide
Supports red dot setup options
Includes Two
Magazines: 11-round and 13-round extended
Tritium/luminescent Front
Tactical Rack U-notch rear
Adaptive Grip
Texture on a black polymer
Compact 3-inch
Barrel and 1-inch grip width
Key Features
- 3" hammer forged steel barrel with Melonite finish and 1:10 twist
- Billet machined slide with Melonite finish and optics-ready design
- Black polymer frame with adaptive grip texture
- Tritium/luminescent front sight with Tactical Rack U-Notch rear sight
- Dual captive recoil spring system with full-length guide rod
- Includes one 11-round magazine and one 13-round extended magazine
Best Used For
- Concealed carry users wanting a compact .380 pistol with optics-ready capability
- Shooters who prefer a slim 1-inch grip width for easier handling
- Users who value tritium/luminescent front sights for low-light sight acquisition
- Owners seeking included 11-round and 13-round magazines for range or carry setup
Specifications
| Barrel | 3" Hammer Forged Steel, Melonite Finish |
|---|---|
| Barrel Length | 3" |
| Caliber | .380 ACP |
| Color | Black |
| Frame | Black Polymer w/ Adaptive Grip Texture |
| Grip Width | 1" |
| Handle Material | Black Polymer |
| Magazines | (1) 11-Round, (1) 13-Round Extended |
| Recoil System | Dual Captive Recoil Spring w/ Full Length Guide Rod |
| Sights | Tritium/Luminescent Front, Tactical Rack U-Notch Rear |
| Slide | Billet Machined, Melonite Finish, Optics Ready |
| Twist Rate | 1:10 |
Pros
- Optics-ready slide supports red dot setup options.
- Includes two magazines: 11-round and 13-round extended.
- Tritium/luminescent front sight with Tactical Rack U-notch rear.
- Adaptive grip texture on a black polymer frame.
- Compact 3-inch barrel and 1-inch grip width.
- Dual captive recoil spring with full-length guide rod.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The 3" barrel and compact 1" grip width point to a carry-focused setup, which can mean less room for a full firing grip than larger handguns.
- It ships with two magazines, but the included 13-round extended magazine changes the pistol’s profile compared with the flush 11-round option.
- Optics-ready configuration adds flexibility, but it also means the pistol is set up for users who plan to add a compatible optic rather than keep a fully standard slide setup.
- The tritium/luminescent front sight and Tactical Rack U-Notch rear are useful for low-light use, though sight preferences can be highly personal.
Suggested Comparisons
- Compact semi-automatic pistols
- Optics-ready handguns
- Concealed carry pistols
- Handguns with extended magazines
Suggested Accessories
- Pistol magazine pouch
- Optics mounting accessory
- Handgun cleaning kit
- Hearing protection
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Springfield Hellcat .380 ACP optics ready?
Yes. The product data lists the slide as optics ready.
What magazines are included with this Hellcat .380 ACP?
It includes one 11-round magazine and one 13-round extended magazine.
What type of sights does this pistol come with?
The listed sights are a tritium/luminescent front sight and a Tactical Rack U-Notch rear sight.
What is the grip width on this model?
The specified grip width is 1 inch.
What finish and barrel details are provided?
The barrel is listed as a 3-inch hammer forged steel barrel with a Melonite finish, and the slide is billet machined with a Melonite finish.