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The SIG Sauer P220 has been around since 1976 and has spent the decades since earning a reputation as one of the most accurate full-size .45s available. The P220 Elite takes that proven foundation and layers on a set of meaningful upgrades that make it feel like a step up from a standard service pistol without turning it into something fussy or over-engineered.
The biggest selling points on the Elite are the beavertail alloy frame and the factory-installed Short Reset Trigger (SRT). The beavertail lets you get a higher, more secure grip that puts your hand closer to the bore axis, which does real work in keeping the muzzle under control when you're running .45 ACP. The SRT shortens the trigger reset significantly by taking the firing pin block out of the equation during the trigger return, so only the sear and trigger bar need to reset. In practice, the DA pull is smooth and the SA break is crisp and light at around 4.4 pounds. It's a trigger that responds well to someone who has put in range time.
The slide is machined from stainless steel barstock, coated in SIG's Nitron finish for long-term durability, and features front and rear cocking serrations. New for 2024, SIG cut the slide to an RMR/DeltaPoint Pro footprint right from the factory, so mounting a compact red dot is straightforward without any gunsmith work. It still ships with SIGLITE tritium night sights, so you're covered whether you run iron sights or eventually add an optic. The frame is lightweight alloy with a black anodized finish, an integral SIG rail for accessories, and the E2 one-piece polymer grip that slims down the overall profile compared to older two-piece panel-style grips.
SIG's four-point safety system is built into the design: decocking lever, automatic firing pin safety block, safety intercept notch, and trigger bar disconnector. This model also adds a manual safety. The package includes two 8-round steel magazines, giving you a ready-to-go 8+1 setup with a spare on hand.
This is a pistol that suits someone who appreciates a hammer-fired DA/SA platform and wants a .45 that's built to last. It works well for home defense, duty use, or serious range work, and the factory optic cut gives it enough modern versatility to stay relevant for years.
The Elite adds several worthwhile upgrades over the base P220: a beavertail grip frame for a higher, more controlled hand position, the Short Reset Trigger (SRT) for a noticeably shorter reset between shots, front cocking serrations on the slide, and the E2 one-piece polymer grip. This particular model also comes with the slide pre-cut for an RMR or DeltaPoint Pro footprint, which the standard P220 has not traditionally offered.
The slide is cut to the RMR/DeltaPoint Pro footprint, which is compatible with the Trijicon RMR, Leupold DeltaPoint Pro, and several other optics that share the same mounting pattern. For optics with a different footprint, like certain Holosun models, an adapter plate from a company like C&H Precision is often used. The SIGLITE night sights are retained and co-witness is something to verify based on the specific optic and mount height you choose.
The first shot fires in double action, meaning the trigger pull is longer and heavier (around 10 pounds) as the trigger both cocks and releases the hammer. Every subsequent shot fires in single action after the slide cycles, with a lighter, crisper break at roughly 4.4 pounds. The SRT (Short Reset Trigger) on the Elite shortens the reset distance between shots in SA mode, which makes fast follow-up shots cleaner and more consistent with practice.
It's a solid choice. The full-size alloy frame keeps felt recoil manageable for a .45, and the SIGLITE tritium sights give you a usable sight picture in low light without needing a flashlight just to see your sights. The four-point safety system and the DA first shot provide meaningful built-in safeguards. The integral accessory rail also lets you mount a weapon light if that's part of your setup.
The P220 R Elite ships with two 8-round single-stack steel magazines, and the gun runs 8+1 with one in the chamber. SIG Sauer also produced 10-round extended magazines for the P220 platform that fit and function in this frame. The P220 uses a single-stack design, so the grip stays relatively slim despite the .45 ACP caliber.
SIG Sauer backs their firearms with their Infinite Guarantee, which is a fully transferable lifetime warranty that requires no registration, receipts, or warranty cards. It covers the original owner as well as any subsequent owners, which is a genuinely rare policy in the industry and adds real long-term value to the purchase.
| UPC | 798681697649 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 220R-45-BSE-R2 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Length | 4.4" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
| Capacity | 8 + 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 13.5 |
| Magazine Included | 2 x 8-Round |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 2 8 rd. Steel Mags |
| Package Height | 3.1 |
| Package Width | 13.3 |
| Product Type | Semi-Auto Pistol |
| Safety | Decocker/Firing Pin/Manual |
| Shipping Weight | 3.5 |
| Sights | Siglite |
| Sights Type | Night Sights |
| Slide Description | Optic Ready/Serrated |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
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