Colt CCU Government | 5 in | 8+1 | O1080CCU-OR

The Colt CCU Government is a full-size Combat Unit 1911 built from forged materials with competition-grade features and a factory optics-ready slide. It pairs a stainless National Match barrel and matte black DLC coating with upgraded G10 grips and an upswept beavertail for improved hand placement. For an optic that complements the CCU without exceeding $1,000, consider a Holosun 507K or a similar compact red-dot suited to full-size 1911 footprints.

Applications: training and competition; duty or range carry in professional settings.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Colt.
• The model is the Combat Unit (CCU) Government.
• The manufacturer part number is O1080CCU-OR.
• The action is Single Action Only.
• The barrel measures 5 inches and is a National Match profile.
• The barrel material is Stainless Steel.
• The barrel description is National Match.
• The finish is Matte Black DLC.
• The frame material is Carbon Steel.
• The frame finish is Black Ion Bond.
• The grip material is G10.
• The capacity is 8 + 1.
• The sights are Novak front and rear with night-sight capability listed.
• The overall length is 8.50 inches.
• The UPC is 098289113818.

The CCU Government combines competition-inspired features with duty-grade durability: forged construction, refined ergonomics and an optics-ready slide make it a versatile platform for shooters who want a modernized 1911. Enhanced grip checkering, an undercut trigger guard and an upswept beavertail promote positive hand placement and predictable recoil control for faster follow-up shots. The National Match barrel and precision fit components aim to deliver consistent accuracy and a dependable trigger feel suitable for extended training sessions.

Owners frequently praise the pistol’s out-of-the-box accuracy and the durable DLC finish along with the comfortable G10 grips that aid control during rapid strings of fire.

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