What's the difference between Hellcat and Hellcat OSP?

The main difference is their size; the Pro model now comes with a longer grip and a longer hammer-forged barrel. The Pro has a barrel length of 3.7” and a height of 4.8”. The Hellcat Pro OSP weighs 21 oz. and comes standard with a flush 15-round magazine, offering a larger capacity than any other gun in its size.

What does OSP mean on Hellcat?

The OSP (Optical Sight Pistol) variant features a milled slide to accept the smallest, most popular micro red dot optics on the market.

Is the Hellcat OSP worth it?

The Springfield Armory Hellcat is a reliable accurate pistol that would be great as a CCW option and we recommend it without hesitation. However, it still feels like a gun made in Croatia (because it is) in that it feels like a solid “value” gun that has a LOT going for it.

What comes in the Hellcat OSP box?

Right out of the box the Hellcat comes with two magazines, a patented 11-round mag with pinky extension and a 13-round extended mag. A flush plate is also included to give the pistol as small of a footprint as possible.

How many models of Springfield Hellcat are there?

The initial Hellcat launch included two models — the standard Hellcat and the OSP (Optical Sight Pistol) Hellcat. Springfield created an incredible performing micro 9mm pistol that was loaded with features. This trio of Hellcat pistols demonstrates the incredible CCW potential of the Springfield Armory line.

Springfield Hellcat, Hellcat OSP, and Hellcat RDP

Are there any issues with the Springfield Hellcat?

Perhaps the most talked-about issue with the Springfield Hellcat is the trigger. Specifically, the Hellcat's trigger has a tendency to jam through no real fault on the part of the shooter.

Can you put an optic on a non OSP Hellcat?

The Trijicon RMRcc optic can be fitted to either a standard Hellcat (by pushing out the rear dovetail sight and adding an adapter plate) or Hellcat OSP.

What does OSP mean Springfield Armory?

Springfield Armory® announces the release of the XD-M Optical Sight Pistol (OSP) with a threaded barrel and an additional non-threaded barrel included.

Does the Hellcat OSP come with a red dot?

The Hellcat OSP has its billet-machined slide cut to accept a micro red dot sight such as the included HEX Wasp.

Does the Springfield Hellcat OSP come with optic?

This model includes a Shield SMSC red dot micro optic installed and pre-zeroed at the factory.

Is it OK to dry fire a Hellcat?

NOTE: Extensive dry firing can accelerate component wear/stress. Use snap caps if dry firing on a regular basis. WARNING: When you squeeze the trigger, you must expect the firearm to fire . You must take full responsibility for firing it .

Is the Springfield Hellcat too small?

Ergonomics The Springfield Hellcat is a small gun, and it's almost too small for my hands. My pinky hangs off the bottom when equipped with the flush-fitting magazine. Luckily the gun comes with a pinky extension, and that provides a much better grip.

Can Springfield Hellcat shoot plus P?

In real-world terms, this will give a small velocity increase over standard pressure ammo. Federal advertises the +P 124-grain HST as having 50 FPS more than the standard pressure version. The Hellcat is rated for +P ammo and there should be no concerns about shooting it, even regularly.

What is OSP optic?

The OSP, or Optical Sight Pistol, is a version of the gun that allows an electronic optic's easy addition through direct mounting to the slide. The result is a means for low-mounting a micro-optic that will allow co-witnessing with the pistol's excellent U-Dot sights.

Does the Springfield Hellcat come in 45 caliber?

Combining the performance of a larger handgun with class-leading concealability and capacity, the new Hellcat® Pro is a compact pistol chambered in 9mm that offers 15+1 capacity in a smaller footprint than any other gun in its class.

What optic fits the Hellcat pro?

Designed with the use of red dot optics in mind, the Hellcat® Pro features an OSP™ (Optical Sight Pistol) configuration. The slide is milled with the Springfield Micro™ footprint, designed to accept the smallest, most popular micro red dots on the market.

What does RDP stand for in guns?

The Hellcat®, the highest capacity micro 9mm in the world, is now offered in the Rapid Defense Package (RDP™) configuration. Paired with a HEX™ micro red dot and a Self Indexing Compensator the Hellcat RDP delivers fast target acquisition and rapid, accurate follow-up shots.

Does the Sig Sauer Romeo zero fit the Hellcat?

Yes, it will fit the Springfield Hellcat OSP specifically.

Is Springfield a good gun?

The Springfield Armory XD(M) Competition Series is a seriously great set of guns. It's highly accurate, extremely reliable, and its streamlined design allows for a balanced, lightweight hold. Whether you are looking for a home defense weapon or need a new competition piece, definitely try out the XD(M).

How long will the Springfield Hellcat last?

Springfield also offers an 11-round mag with a pinky extension. That, folks, means 12 to 14 rounds, if you carry one loaded in the chamber and a full mag. In a micro pistol? Yes!

Does Springfield Hellcat have a drop safety?

The lack of a grip safety, however, in no way means the Hellcat is unsafe. It is simply that the gun's redundant mechanical safeties are tucked away inside where you can't readily see them. Live The Armory Life. The latest content straight to your inbox plus an automatic entry to each of our monthly gun giveaways!

Can a Springfield Hellcat shoot steel cased ammo?

It won't damage your pistol, so that's a non-issue...but be aware some ranges won't allow steel cased ammunition.

What does +P mean for ammunition?

Overpressure ammunition, commonly designated as +P or +P+, is small arms ammunition that has been loaded to produce a higher internal pressure when fired than is standard for ammunition of its caliber (see internal ballistics), but less than the pressures generated by a proof round.

What is the difference between 9mm and 9mm Luger?

9mm and 9mm Luger are the same. You can use them interchangeably. SAAMI officially designated the name “9mm Luger” as the official designation ammo. So, 9mm Luger is the most common name you'll see listed by manufacturers and ammunition stores.