Kimber Rapide Ice 1911 .45 ACP Optics-Ready, 8+1

Description

The Kimber Rapide Ice is a full-size 1911-style semi-automatic pistol built to pair match-grade features with modern optics readiness. It is chambered in .45 ACP and finished for corrosion resistance with Kimber’s KimPro II treatment. The pistol combines a stainless slide with stepped cocking serrations and lightening cuts, a match-grade barrel and a flush-fitting extended magwell for streamlined reloads. Ergonomics include Kimber Stiplex front strap texturing and black-and-blue G10 grips for positive control.

Key Specifications

• Chambering is .45 ACP for traditional full-size 1911 performance.
• Magazine capacity is 8 + 1 when using the included magazine.
• Equipped with a match-grade barrel for consistent accuracy.
• The frame is finished in stainless and includes a 1913 Picatinny rail.
• The slide is stainless with lightening cuts, stepped cocking serrations and an optic-ready cut.
• Grips are Blue G10 for enhanced purchase and durability.
• Sights include optics-ready provisions along with suppressor-height white-dot front sight and an optic cover plate.
• The action type is Semi-Auto.
• The pistol ships with one 8-round Tac-Mag magazine.
• Trigger is a KimPro II Blue Aluminum V-Cut match-grade trigger, breaking crisply as specified by the manufacturer.

Built for shooters who value match-capable features on a classic 1911 platform, the Rapide Ice brings modern ergonomics and optics readiness without sacrificing the control and feel associated with full-size .45 ACP pistols. Its combination of a stainless slide, premium grip materials and a tuned trigger make it well suited for range work, competition formats that allow single-stack 1911s, and precision-focused training sessions.