The Crosman 1911 Classic is a spring-powered air pistol (BB pistol) for 4.5 mm steel BBs, with the profile of the classic 1911. It comes as a kit with a framed gel target and 250 BBs, ready for short-range recreational shooting. It does not use CO2: it is cocked by hand before each shot.
Who it's for
- Anyone who wants to get into recreational shooting with a simple pistol and no gas costs.
- Short-range aiming practice, on private property or in authorised places.
- Fans of the 1911 design who want a light pistol made of synthetic material.
- It is not a precision pistol for competition.
- Adults only: we only sell to adults aged 18 and over, and Crosman warns that it is not a toy.
Features
- Spring powered, no CO2: no cartridges needed; each shot is cocked by hand.
- 17-BB magazine: load once and fire one shot at a time.
- Up to 200 fps (about 61 m/s) with steel BBs, according to Crosman.
- Picatinny rail for mounting accessories.
- Golf-ball texture grip, skeleton trigger and ring hammer.
- Two-tone finish in black and flat dark earth.
- Manual lever safety.
Specifications
| Field |
Value |
| Brand |
Crosman |
| Model |
Classic 1911 Pistol Kit (S1911KT) |
| System |
Spring |
| Calibre |
4.5 mm (.177), steel BBs |
| Speed |
Up to 200 fps (≈ 61 m/s) |
| Muzzle energy |
About 0.6 J (calculated with a 5.1 gr BB at 200 fps) |
| Magazine |
17 BBs |
| Operation |
Single shot |
| Barrel |
Smooth bore |
| Sights |
Fixed front and rear sights |
| Safety |
Manual, lever |
| Material |
Synthetic |
| Length |
8.5 in (21.6 cm) |
| Weight |
About 0.5 lb (≈ 230 g) |
What's in the box
- Crosman 1911 Classic pistol
- Framed gel target
- 250 steel BBs, 4.5 mm
How to choose
With an air pistol, the power system decides the use. Spring power is the simplest option: it uses no gas and costs little to maintain, but must be cocked before every shot. CO2 allows shots in quick succession and, on some models, blowback, at the cost of the cartridges. PCP suits those after precision and power. As for ammunition, steel BBs are for short-range recreational shooting; for precision, pellets are used in a rifled barrel.
FAQ
What ammunition does it use?
4.5 mm (.177) steel BBs. The kit includes 250 to get started. The barrel is smooth bore, made for BBs.
Does it need CO2 or batteries?
No. It is a spring pistol: it is cocked by hand before each shot, with no gas or batteries.
How many BBs does the magazine hold?
It holds 17 BBs. They are fired one at a time, cocking between shots.
Where is it safe to shoot?
With a proper target and a backstop behind it, away from people and hard surfaces, where steel BBs can ricochet. Crosman warns that it can be dangerous up to 229 m (250 yards).