Springfield XD-45 .45 ACP Service Model Police Trade-In Pistol

For shooters seeking a proven, duty-grade .45 ACP handgun at a working budget, the Springfield XD-45 .45 ACP Service Model Police Trade-In Pistol represents a rare intersection of value and reliability. These are genuine law enforcement surplus pistols, sourced directly from agency armories where they were carried and trained with by professionals. Each pistol carries the honest wear of service, but the mechanical heart is the same robust, striker-fired platform that Springfield Armory built for the demanding standards of American police departments. If you need a full-size .45 that hits hard and runs without excuses, this trade-in is a direct path to a serious tool without the new-production price.

Overview

The Springfield XD-45 .45 ACP Service Model Police Trade-In Pistol is the standard-issue variant of the XD line, chambered in the proven .45 ACP cartridge. Originally delivered to law enforcement agencies across the United States, these pistols feature the full-length 5-inch barrel, a 13+1 magazine capacity, and the iconic grip safety combined with a trigger safety. This is a no-nonsense service pistol built for holster carry, high-round-count training, and defensive use. The police trade-in designation means you are getting a pistol that has been carried extensively but typically fired less than a personal owner’s safe queen, with holster wear on the slide and frame finish being the primary cosmetic indicator of its prior life.

Features & Specs

• Caliber: .45 ACP with 13+1 round capacity, utilizing two included steel magazines
• Barrel: 5-inch hammer-forged steel barrel with Melonite finish for corrosion resistance and longevity
• Safety System: Grip safety, trigger safety, and a loaded chamber indicator with a striker status indicator
• Sights: Steel dovetailed front and rear sights, standard for duty carry
• Frame: Polymer frame with an integral accessory rail for lights or lasers
• Finish: Original Melonite slide finish showing typical holster wear from police service
• Condition: Mechanically functional and inspected; may show carry marks, holster wear, and minor finish loss consistent with a trade-in firearm

The Springfield XD-45 .45 ACP Service Model Police Trade-In Pistol comes with a cable lock and two magazines. It retains all original factory safety features. The pistol uses a short-recoil, locked-breech system and a striker-fired action with a consistent trigger pull. The grip angle is designed for a natural point of aim, and the frame texture provides a secure purchase even with wet hands. This is a full-size service pistol with an overall length of 8.3 inches and an unloaded weight of approximately 29 ounces.

Who It’s For

This Springfield XD-45 .45 ACP Service Model Police Trade-In Pistol is for the practical shooter who values function over cosmetics. It is ideal for the budget-minded enthusiast who wants a full-capacity .45 for the range, home defense, or as a truck gun. Law enforcement trade-in pistols are also excellent candidates for competition in USPSA Single Stack or Limited divisions, where the 5-inch barrel and .45 ACP power factor are assets. It suits the collector of police surplus firearms who appreciates the history of a service weapon carried by officers. This is not a presentation-grade pistol for the safe; it is a working gun for someone who intends to shoot it regularly and does not mind honest wear on a proven platform.

Shipping & FFL

This Springfield XD-45 .45 ACP Service Model Police Trade-In Pistol will ship to your chosen Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer. You must select a receiving FFL dealer during checkout and provide their current license information. Please contact your chosen FFL before ordering to confirm they accept shipments and to verify any transfer fees they may charge. We ship via insured ground service to the address on file with the ATF for your FFL. Adult signature is required upon delivery. All federal, state, and local laws apply. It is your responsibility to ensure you are legally eligible to purchase and possess this firearm. No shipments to PO boxes. Do not attempt to purchase this pistol if you are prohibited from owning firearms under federal or state law.