SIG P320 Compact Handgun

All the data and specs on the SIG P320 Compact Handgun

Looking for a handgun for self defence or sports shooting? Here is a technical overview and summary of the SIG P320 Compact Handgun. Including how it ranks in our firearm database for power, recoil, capacity and concealability.

About the Gun

The P320 is a polymer-framed service pistol designed with the input of law enforcement officers. The result is an operator-safety focused striker duty pistol. Taking into account the concerns of military and police training officers, the P320 does not require the operator to pull the trigger nor use a special tool to take-down the firearm for cleaning or routine maintenance. It features a modular grip frame and removable fire control assembly, interchangeable grip panels, lower Picatinny rail, front and rear slide serrations.

SIG P320 Compact Handgun

Gun Dimensions		Width:	1.4-in
Length:	7.2-in	Height:	5.3-in
Barrel:	3.9-in	Weight:	25.8-oz
1 Variant

Gun Rankings
Power Factor (124 grain bullet): 141732 Recoil Factor (124 grain bullet): 5.3ft-lb Total Capacity: 16 rounds Concealability: Good Defense Factor: 86%

Gun Specifications
Type:	Pistol
Produced:	2015 -
Caliber:	9mm
Action:	Recoil Operated Semi-Automatic
Trigger:	Striker Single-Action (SA)
Safety:	No Manual Safety
Magazine:	15-Round
Frame:	Polymer
Grip:	Integrated Polymer
Sights:	SIGLIGHT Night Sights

Manufacturer
	SIG SAUER GmbH & Co. KG More Info

About the Cartridge:

This cartridge was introduced along with the Luger semi-automatic pistol. The pistol and cartridge was first adopted by the German Navy in 1904 and then by the German Army in 1908. This cartridge has since been adopted by the military of practically every non-Communist power. It has become the most popular and widely-used handgun cartridge in the world. Performance wise, the 9mm cartridge has somewhat more power than the .38 Special but falls well short of the .357 Magnum.