KIMBER RAPIDE ICE OR 9MM 5″ 9+1

Kimber Rapide Ice 9mm 5″ 9+1 Compact Optics-Ready

The Kimber Rapide Ice 9mm 5″ 9+1 is built for everyday carry, home-defense readiness, and fast target acquisition with a compact, modern 1911 platform. With a 5-inch barrel and 9+1 capacity, this optics-ready 9mm pistol is designed to pair practical handling with clean follow-up shots. If you’re shopping for a Kimber Rapide Ice-style compact 9mm 1911, this model features a lightening cut slide and manual safety for disciplined, safe operation.

Key Specifications

• UPC: 669278304557 identifies the specific Kimber Rapide Ice product listing.
• Manufacturer: Kimber produces this semi-automatic 1911-pattern pistol.
• Manufacturer Part Number: 3000455 is the exact model designation for ordering and verification.
• Action: Semi-Auto cycles the next round automatically after each shot.
• Caliber/Gauge: 9mm uses 9x19mm ammunition for reliable compatibility.
• Barrel Length: 5" balances velocity and handling in a compact defensive format.
• Capacity: 9 + 1 provides one round in the chamber plus nine in the magazine.
• Number of Magazines: 1 (9 rd.) ships with a single 9-round magazine.
• Model: Rapide Ice is the specific Kimber variant in this series.
• Product Type: 1911 confirms the pistol platform and operating system.
• Rate of Twist: 1-in-16" supports common 9mm bullet stabilization needs.
• Safety: Manual Safety includes a manual control intended for intentional, user-governed engagement.
• Sights: Optics Ready is designed to accept a red-dot style optic mounting setup.
• Sights Type: Fixed Sights provides a baseline aiming system alongside optic use.
• Slide Description: Lightening Cut/Optic Ready/Serrated supports reduced slide weight and secure slide handling.

The Kimber Rapide Ice 9mm 5" 9+1 delivers a compact 1911 feel with an optics-ready slide for modern defensive sighting, while the 9+1 capacity supports more rounds between reloads. The 5-inch barrel helps maintain practical ballistics and accuracy for everyday carry and home-defense scenarios, and the manual safety is built for intentional, safe handling according to responsible firearms practices.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1) What makes the Kimber Rapide Ice different from other Kimber 1911s?
It’s specifically configured as a compact 1911 with a 5-inch barrel, 9+1 capacity, and an optics-ready slide profile designed for modern aiming setups.

2) Is this Kimber Rapide Ice 9mm compatible with red dot optics?
Yes. The slide is marked as optics ready, meaning it’s intended to accept a compatible optic mounting system based on the manufacturer’s mounting specification.

3) What is the magazine capacity on this model?
The pistol is rated at 9 + 1, with 9 rounds in the magazine and 1 round in the chamber.

4) Does it include a manual safety?
Yes. This model is equipped with a manual safety, which is designed for the shooter to control intentionally before operating the firearm.

5) What sights does it come with if I don’t mount an optic?
It features fixed sights and is still usable for aiming without an optic installed.

6) What ammunition does it use?
This is a 9mm pistol intended for 9x19mm ammunition.

7) How many magazines are included?
The listing indicates it includes 1 magazine with a 9-round capacity.