FBI Firearms

A list of firearms, primarily handguns used by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

## Smith & Wesson Model 13

The Smith & Wesson Model 13 was issued between 1981 and 1991. It was the last revolver issued and was eventually phased out in favor of semi automatic pistols. Many remained in service until 1993 due to issues with its replacement the Smith & Wesson Model 1076.

They were typically loaded with .38 SPL LSWCHP +P ammo.

### Specs

* Produced: 1974 to 1999
* Caliber: .357 Magnum
* Barrel Length: 3 inch
* Trigger: Double-action (DA/SA)
* Capacity: 6 Rounds
* Notes: Issued with a Pachmayr grip adaptor
* Issued to: Field Agents

## Smith & Wesson 1076

The Smith & Wesson 1076 was issued from 1990 until 1993, however it was still issued in minor numbers until at least as late as 1995. Despite a significant contract only around 2400 were ever shipped to the FBI.

Were carried in Safariland 671-31 holsters which were made specifically for the 1076.

### Specs

* Produced: 1990 to 1993 (13,805 produced)
* Caliber: 10mm Auto
* Barrel Length: 4.25 inch
* Trigger: Double-action (DA/SA)
* Magazine Capacity: 9 Rounds (were also shipped with 11 round and 15 round magazines)
* Notes: The 1076 was initially issued with five 9 round magazines, two 11 round magazines and one 15 round magazine
* Issued to: Field agents

## SIG-Sauer P228

The SIG-Sauer P228 was issued from 1993 to 1997.

They were typically carried in Safariland 518/5181 or Galco FED holsters.

### Specs

* Produced: 1990 to 2006
* Caliber: 9mm Para
* Barrel Length: 3.9 inch
* Trigger: Double-action (DA/SA)
* Magazine Capacity: 13 rounds
* Notes: N/A
* Issued to: Field agents

## Glock 22 and 23

The Glock 22 (standard) and the Glock 23 (optional) were issued between October 1997 and 2016. They were issued both in third generation and fourth generation, with a few second generation examples being issued early on.

They were typically used with either the Surefire TLR-1 or Surefire X300 lights, and were often carried in Safariland 518 or 5181 paddle holsters.

### Specs

* Produced: 1990 to Present
* Caliber: .40 S&W
* Barrel Length: 4.49 inch (Glock 22), 4.01 inch (Glock 23)
* Trigger: Striker single-action (SA)
* Magazine Capacity: 15 rounds (Glock 22), 13 rounds (Glock 23)
* Notes: N/A
* Issued to: Field agents

## Glock 17M and 19M

The Glock 17M and 19M are the currently issued sidearm of the FBI, however the FBI is in the process of adopting the Glock 19M MOS. The 19M MOS was previously issued only to FBI SWAT personnel, with the 17M MOS issued to HRT personnel.

They are typically issued with Surefire TLR-7A lights, and are carried in Raven Concealment Perun LC holsters.

### Specs

* Produced: 2016 to Present
* Caliber: 9mm Para
* Barrel Length: 4.49 inch (Glock 17M), 4.01 inch (Glock 19M)
* Trigger: Striker single-action (SA)
* Magazine Capacity: 17 rounds (Glock 17M), 15 rounds (Glock 19M)
* Notes: Issued with six magazines in total, one standard magazine and five +2 magazines
* Issued to: Field agents and later SWAT/HRT personnel in 2018

## Glock 19M MOS

The Glock 19M MOS was issued to SWAT operators in 2021 to replace the standard 19M's they had used since 2018. They are issued with Ameriglo front sights, 10-8 rear sights, SLR magwells, Surefire TLR-7A lights and Trijicon RMR RM06 optics, and issued with Raven Concealment Perun LC holsters.

### Specs

* Produced: 2020 to Present
* Caliber: 9mm Para
* Barrel Length: 4.01 inch
* Trigger: Striker single-action (SA)
* Magazine Capacity: 15/17 rounds
* Notes: Issued with six magazines in total, one standard magazine and five +2 magazines
* Issued to: SWAT personnel, currently being adopted to field agents

## Springfield Armory 1911 Professional

The Springfield Armory 1911 Professional Model was issued to FBI SWAT and HRT personnel between 1998 and April 2018. In April 2018 the contract between Springfield Armory and the FBI finished and operators were issued the same as their field agent counterparts. SWAT used the 19M with HRT using the 17M.

They were often used/issued with Surefire X300 Ultra lights and carried in custom made leather holsters during normal duties.

### Specs

* Produced: 1998 to Present
* Caliber. 45 ACP
* Barrel Length: 5 inch
* Trigger: Single-action (SA)
* Magazine Capacity: 7 rounds
* Notes: Were issued with six 7 round magazines
* Issued to: SWAT/HRT personnel

## Gallery

A Glock 19 with a TLR-7A weapon lightA Glock 22 with a TLR-1 weapon lightA well worn Springfield Armory 1911 Pro with an X300 weapon light