M15 pistol

M15 General Officer's Pistol
M15 pistol
TypeSemi-automatic pistol
Place of origin United States
Service history
In service1972–1981
Production history
DesignerRock Island Arsenal
ManufacturerRock Island Arsenal
Produced1972–1984
No. built1,004
Specifications
Mass36.32 oz (1,030 g) empty
Length7.90 in (201 mm)
Barrel length4.25 in (108 mm)

Cartridge.45 ACP
ActionShort recoil
Rate of fireSemi-automatic
Muzzle velocity800ft/s (245 m/s)
Feed system7-round single column, detachable box magazine

The M15 General Officers is a .45 ACP pistol developed by the U.S. Army's Rock Island Arsenal from stock M1911 pistols.