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Few firearms turn heads at the range like a Thompson, and the 1927A1C Lightweight Deluxe from Auto-Ordnance delivers that classic Chicago typewriter profile in a package you can carry all day. The big difference between this model and the standard steel 1927A1 is the receiver and frame, which are machined from a solid billet of aluminum. That trims serious weight off the platform while keeping every visual cue intact, from the finned barrel to the blued finish and that unmistakable vertical foregrip. If you have ever shouldered an all-steel Thompson, you know why the lighter version has such a loyal following.
The 16.5 inch finned barrel wears a pinned compensator that brings the muzzle out to an 18 inch profile, just like the originals, and it does a nice job taming what little muzzle rise .45 ACP produces out of a carbine. Sights are a blade up front paired with an open rear, and the top-mounted charging handle sits right where Thompson fans expect it. The buttstock, pistol grip, and foregrip are genuine American walnut, not a lookalike substitute, so the wood-to-metal fit has the warmth this design deserves. Overall length comes in at 41 inches, and the whole rifle balances noticeably better than its steel-framed sibling.
This carbine runs from a closed bolt in semi-auto, which makes it smoother and more accurate than the originals ever were, and .45 ACP out of a 16.5 inch barrel is downright pleasant. It ships with one 20 round stick magazine, and the platform accepts both stick and drum magazines if you want to build out the full gangster-era look. Whether you collect pieces with real history behind them, love WWII and Prohibition-era firearms, or just want the carbine everyone at the range asks to shoot, this one earns its spot in the safe. Auto-Ordnance has been carrying the Thompson legacy under Kahr Arms since 1999, and this is one of the most livable versions of the design they have built.
The main difference is the receiver and frame, which are machined from a solid billet of aluminum instead of steel. That cuts several pounds off the platform, making it far easier to shoulder and carry for a full range session. You keep the same finned barrel, walnut furniture, and classic Thompson lines.
Yes. The platform is compatible with both stick and drum style Thompson magazines, so you can add a 50 or 100 round drum for the full period-correct look. This model ships from the factory with a single 20 round stick magazine.
No, this is a semi-automatic carbine that fires one round per trigger pull from a closed bolt. The closed bolt design makes it smoother shooting and more accurate than the original open bolt guns. It gives you the look and feel of the classic without the price tag of a vintage original.
Very softly. The pistol cartridge combined with the carbine's weight and the pinned compensator means recoil and muzzle rise are minimal, so it is easy for newer folks to enjoy. The longer barrel also squeezes a bit more velocity out of the round than a handgun would.
| UPC | 602686212007 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | T5 |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | MODERN SPORTING RIFLE |
| Barrel Finish | Blued |
| Barrel Length | 16.5" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
| Capacity | 20 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 41 |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 / 20 rd. Stick |
| Package Height | 6.0 |
| Package Width | 15.0 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Safety | Lever Action |
| Shipping Weight | 19.55 |
| Sights | Blade Front/Fixed Battle Rear |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
| State Restriction (IL) | NO SALE TO ILLINOIS PICA |
| State Restriction (OR) | NO SALE TO OREGON |
| State Restriction (RI) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO RHODE ISLAND |
| State Restriction (WA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO WASHINGTON |
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