SPRINGFIELD ARMORY HELLCAT USED 9MM

Make: Springfield Armory
Model: Hellcat
Caliber: 9mm
Type: Semi-Automatic Pistol
Action: Double Action (Striker-Fired)
Finish: Black Melonite
Barrel Length: 3″
Overall Length: 6″
Weight: 18.03 oz (unloaded)
Capacity: Typically 10+1 (flush mag) or 10+1 (extended mag) – varies by configuration and state compliance
Sights:

• Front: Tritium & Luminescent U-Dot
• Rear: Tactical Rack U-notch

Safety Features:

• Loaded Chamber Indicator
• Trigger Safety (bladed safety design)
• Internal Drop Safety
• No manual external safety (standard model)

Material:

• Slide & Barrel: Steel with Melonite finish
• Frame: Black Polymer with Adaptive Grip Texture

Unique Features:

• High-Hand Beavertail Design promotes control and mitigates muzzle rise.
• Adaptive Grip Texture provides a solid grip under various conditions without being abrasive.
• Tactical Rack rear sight allows for one-handed slide operation.
• U-Dot sight system is fast and intuitive for defensive use.
• Comes with plastic case, cable lock, and typically two magazines.

Usage and Applications:

• Recommended Use: Concealed carry, self-defense, EDC (everyday carry)
• Performance Characteristics: Extremely compact, reliable, high-capacity for its size, fast target acquisition with quality factory sights.

Legal and Safety Information:

• Always treat as loaded, even when unloaded.
• Muzzle discipline and trigger finger control are essential.
• Know your target and what’s beyond it.
• Use only high-quality 9mm ammunition.
• Secure the firearm in a locked container or safe when not in use.

Historical and Cultural Context:

• Introduced in 2019, the Hellcat quickly became one of the most popular micro-compact 9mm pistols.
• Known for packing 10+ rounds in a frame barely larger than traditional 6–7 round pistols.
• Became a benchmark for capacity-to-size ratio in the micro carry gun market.