Rock Island Armory 51738 Pro Ultra Match HC | .40 S&W 5″ 16rd

The Rock Island Armory Pro Ultra Match HC (MFG 51738) is a target-oriented 1911-style pistol chambered in .40 S&W with a 5-inch barrel and a 16-round magazine capacity. It ships with G10 grips, a parkerized steel frame and slide, an LPA-style adjustable rear sight and a high-visibility fiber-optic front sight for target work. The pistol’s features—skeletonized hammer and trigger, extended beavertail, and wide slide serrations—are oriented toward controlled, repeatable shooting in competition and precision practice. A robust red-dot option under $1,000 that pairs well with this platform is the Holosun 507C.

Typical applications: competition/target shooting and precision range practice.

Product Specifications

• The UPC is 4806015517382.
• The caliber is .40 S&W.
• The barrel measures 5 inches.
• The action is Semi-Auto.
• The magazine capacity is 16 rounds.
• The firearm ships with one magazine.
• The frame material is steel.
• The finish is parkerized.
• The grips are made from G10.
• The sights include a fiber-optic front and an LPA MPS1-type adjustable rear.
• The firearm features an ambidextrous safety.
• The firearm is not drilled and tapped for optics.
• The overall length is 8.75 inches.
• The unloaded weight is 2.9 lbs.
• The barrel has 6 grooves with a 1:16 inch twist rate.

The Pro Ultra Match HC presents a full-featured 1911 platform that balances target-grade ergonomics with durable materials and a serviceable accessory rail. Its adjustable rear sight and fiber-optic front sight provide clear sight picture options for precision work, while the parkerized finish and steel frame deliver a robust baseline for a competition-oriented pistol. For shooters seeking a centerfire 1911 that is ready for deliberate practice or match use without extensive modification, this configuration offers factory-installed components oriented toward repeatable accuracy and controllable handling.