FNX-45 Tactical Best FN .45 ACP
$995.00 – $1,250.00
FNX™-45 Tactical
Available for commercial, law enforcement, and military.
FNX™-45 Tactical FDE & FNX™-45 Tactical
FN FNX-45 Tactical Semi-Auto Pistol
FN FNX-45 Threaded FDE NS 45 ACP Full-Sized 15-Round Pistol features a cold hammer-forged stainless-steel barrel with a threaded muzzle and a stainless-steel slide with high-profile combat night sights. The 2 included mounting bases accept multiple styles of optional red-dot electronic sights (sold separately). Checkered polymer frame.
FNX-45 Tactical: Best Suppressor-Ready .45 ACP
FNX-45 Tactical
FNH FNX-45 Tactical FDE Cal. 45 ACP
FN AMERICA FNX 45 Tactical FDE
We’ll look at the history behind the handgun, what makes it cool, and areas that may make it a hard pass for you.
Ultimately, you’ll walk away with a better understanding of whether this FN deserves a spot on your gun shelf.
Improving on the FNP™-45 Tactical, developed for the U.S. Joint Combat Pistol Program, the FNX™-45 Tactical was born and bred for battle. Like its legendary FN forefathers, this combat handgun was designed to not only survive the battlefield but to emerge victoriously. It is the latest in technological advancements in handgun engineering, offering .45 ACP performance and a host of unique features that no other handgun can match.
FN also developed a (what I would call) neutered version of the FNX 45 Tactical.
The FNX 45 does not feature the raised night sights, the optic cut, or the threaded barrel.
Still, if you live in California and you want an FNX 45 variant, it’s worth the consideration.
Many things make the FNX 45 Tactical a formidable firearm, and we’re going to explore those today.
Its 15-round magazine is precisely engineered to take a dive to the prone position and naturally roll up toward the target. The checkered polymer frame has a low-bore axis for reduced felt recoil, enhanced operator control, and a grip angle that provides an unmatched natural point of aim. Four interchangeable backstraps come standard to quickly customize the grip feel. All operating controls are fully ambidextrous for ease of use. The 5.3″ cold hammer-forged stainless steel barrel has a threaded muzzle to accept sound suppressors, compensators, and other accessories. The stainless steel slide has high-profile combat night sights and includes two mounting bases to accept multiple styles of optional red-dot electronic sights.
Featuring an aggressive grip, interchangeable backstraps, and a threaded barrel, the FNX 45 Tactical had things that other manufacturers had not even dreamed of yet.
The kicker? It all came in an FDE package.
Improving on the FNP™-45 Tactical, developed for the U.S. Joint Combat Pistol Program, the FNX™-45 Tactical FDE was born and bred for battle. Like its legendary FN forefathers, this combat handgun was designed to not only survive the battlefield, but to emerge victorious. It is the latest in technological advancements in handgun engineering, offering .45 ACP performance and a host of unique features that no other handgun can match.
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PRODUCT | DESIGNATION | UPC |
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66966 | FNX-45 Tactical DA/SA MS Blk/Blk (2) 15-Rnd Night Sight | 845737000912 |
66981 | FNX-45 Tactical DA/SA MS Blk/Blk (2) 10-Rnd Night Sight | 845737005399 |
66968 | FNX-45 Tactical DA/SA MS FDE/FDE (2) 15-Rnd Night Sight | 845737000981 |
66982 | FNX-45 Tactical DA/SA MS FDE/FDE (2) 10-Rnd Night Sight | 845737005405 |
66-100223 | FNX-45 FDE/FDE NS 2X10 U T NON-TB | 845737009052 |
66983 | FNX-45 DA/SA MS Blk/Blk (2) 15-Rnd Night Sight LE | 845737003241 |
66984 | FNX-45 DA/SA MS Blk/SS (2) 15-Rnd Night Sight LE | 845737003258 |
66322-5 | FNX-45 Magazine 15-Rnd Blk | 845737002541 |
66322-1 | FNX-45 Magazine 10-Rnd Blk | 845737002558 |
66322-6 | FNX-45 Magazine 15-Rnd FDE | 845737002534 |
66322-2 | FNX-45 Magazine 10-Rnd FDE | 845737002565 |
The FN FNX™-45 Tactical Semi-Auto Pistol harnesses the latest handgun engineering in a battle-ready upgrade to the original FNP-45 developed for the U.S. Joint Combat Pistol Program. Ideal for combat and self-defense, the FNX-45 offers hammer-fired reliability in a polymer frame pistol. The cold hammer-forged stainless steel barrel comes with a polished chamber and feeds ramp for reliable feeding and extraction, and the barrel is threaded (.578×28 TPI) for attaching aftermarket suppressors (includes thread protector).
History of FNX 45 Tactical
The story of the FNX 45 Tactical begins with an entirely different gun — the FNP 45 Tactical.
Developed for the U.S. Joint Combat Pistol Program, the FNP 45 Tactical came chock full of goodies, as you’d expect from any other gun designed for the military.
So, it makes sense that its successor is better.
Raised 3-dot Trijicon green tritium night sights to come standard, allowing the use of sights with a suppressor attached to the barrel. The stainless steel slide has serrations on both the front and rear for a solid grip when loading, or clearing the weapon. 2 included mounting bases allow attaching aftermarket electronic sights directly to the slide. The slide makes solid contact with steel rails on a replaceable steel sub-frame within the polymer frame, and a steel recoil spring guide rod enhances reliability and longevity.
The Low-bore axis reduces felt recoil, enhancing operator control. Grip angle delivers a natural point of aim. Use the 4 included interchangeable backstraps to quickly customize the grip feel. All operating controls are fully ambidextrous for ease of use. Other highlights include integral MIL-STD-1913 accessory mounting rail and loaded chamber indicator. The FN FNX-45 Tactical semi-auto pistol comes in a fitted, soft Cordura® nylon case and includes 2 magazines, a locking device, and a sight mounting kit with plates and screws.
- Polished, nickel coated steel
- Hammer-fired polymer frame
- Raised 3-dot night sights
- Threaded barrel for suppressors
- Slide cut for optional electronic sights
- 2 interchangeable backstraps
- Replaceable steel subframe
- Ambidextrous controls
- Integral accessory rail
- Comes with 2 steel magazines
Specs
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Operation: Double-action/Single-action
- Mag Capacity: 10 or 15 Rd.
- Weight: 33.3 oz.
- Barrel Length: 5.3″
- Overall Length: 8.6″
- Twist Rate: 1:16″ RH
- Height: 6.5″
- Width: 1.58″
- Trigger Pull: 8.8 – 12.1 lb. or 3.96 – 5.06 lb.
- Sight Radius: 6.4″
Primary Features
Raised 3-dot Trijicon green tritium night sights (standard) allow for one-handed operation
The width of the raised night sights perfectly size up the shoulder width of a target at 25 meters
SLIDE
Stainless steel construction
External extractor with loaded chamber indicator
Front and rear cocking serrations
Slide cut and threaded for optional electronic red-dot sight (not included)
Raised night sights for suppressor use
BARREL
Cold hammer-forged stainless steel
Polished chamber and feed ramp
Threaded .578×28 TPI with thread protector
FRAME
Polymer construction with replaceable steel frame/slide rails
Four interchangeable backstraps with lanyard eyelets
MIL-STD-1913 accessory mounting rail
Serrated trigger guard
Matte black finish
OPERATING CONTROLS
Fully-ambidextrous decocking/safety levers, slide stop lever, and magazine release
MAGAZINE
Polished body
Low-friction follower
Polymer base
SIGHTS
Includes two mounting bases for optional red-dot electronic sights
Ships With
Two 15-round magazines with extended base pad or Two 10-round magazines
Fitted, soft Cordura® nylon case
Owner’s manual
Four interchangeable backstraps
Locking device
Sight mounting kit with plates and screws
Now, of course, these aren’t all that uncommon. Back in the day, however, a manufacturer making these stock was unheard of.
Has the cool factor of the FNX 45 Tactical caught your attention yet?
It features a stainless-steel slide assembly and measures 8.6-inches in total length! Furthermore, it stands 6.5-inches tall with a width of 1.5-inches.
No wonder it measures in at 33-ounces unloaded.
Fret not. This behemoth comes loaded with features that justify the size and continue to uphold the standard of modern firearms today.
Don’t let the weight scare you. The FNX 45 Tactical wears it well.
As mentioned before, some of the accouterments that come stock on the FNX 45 Tactical include aggressive grip, interchangeable backstraps, and a threaded 5.3-inch barrel.
That’s already more than some models out today, but the FNX 45 Tactical goes above and beyond.
It also features optic cuts, suppressor height sights to match, and ambidextrous controls.
Even by today’s standards, that is fairly impressive.
Why are these things amazing?
Well, I’m glad you asked.
When it comes to shooting a handgun, grip is everything. That’s why you see all the more modern firearms offer interchangeable backstraps. Additionally, shooters often stipple their guns for added grip.
Both of these problems are solved with the FNX 45 Tactical, and you don’t have to spend an extra dollar to make it right. (Although, the talon grips are pretty a e s t h e t i c.)
Next, the Trijicon suppressor-height night sights and optics cut.
If you’ve had any other gun — which if you’re reading this, you probably have — you know that sending your slide out to get milled for optics can cost a pretty penny.
When you eventually pony up and send it, your old non-suppressor height sights are all but useless. This could cost $300 or more!
The FNX 45 Tactical comes stock with these amenities. Sure, it’s an expensive handgun, but in an industry where turnaround times can be over two months, one must ask, “What is my time worth?”
Most importantly, its best-known feature is its 15+1 round capacity of .45 ACP. That’s right. A whopping 16 big boy, two World War .45 ACP rounds.
Okay, enough gushing over the paper stats. Features don’t matter until we answer one question…how does it shoot?
Related
FNX™ Series Type | FNX™-45 Tactical Blk, FNX™-45 Tactical FDE |
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Condition | New, used |
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