Is this a full size government 1911 frame or is it a smaller officer style frame

Andrew, this pistol has a Full Size Grip/Frame with the shorter Slide/Barrel.

Will the kimber 8 round mags work on this

They will be great for range work as they are If you want to use them for carry then I suggest you add the X-grip spacer https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/714005675/xgrip+mag+spacer+1911+off+45acp+1pc

It will definitely fit. How reliably the magazine feeds is another story.

Andrew, yes, other than extending just a tad, they will lock in and function just the factory Magazines.

Full size magazines like the Kimber 8 round mags should fit with the excess length hanging out of the bottom of the gun; however, I would be cautious about the potential to over-insert those magazines in the smaller frame of this gun which may cause jamming.

Yes sir they will work just fine. 1911s are great for magazine compatibility. Enjoy that Champion - nice 1911.

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Springfield Armory 1911 Champion Operator Lightweight - Blue/Black, 4" Barrel, 7+1 Rounds, Wood Grips, Night Sights

Name: Springfield Armory 1911 Champion Operator Lightweight
Brand: Springfield Armory
SKU: 109644
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 5.00 (1 reviews)

1 Reviews| 2 Questions & Answers

Model: PX9115L18

Condition: Factory New

Bud's Item Number: 109644

UPC: 706397919429

MFG: Springfield Armory

Questions & Answers (2) Reviews 5 out of 5

Springfield Armory 1911 Champion Operator Lightweight

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FAMILY:1911 Style Pistol Series
MODEL:Lightweight Champion Operator
TYPE:Semi-Auto Pistol
ACTION:Single Action
FINISH:Black Armory Kote
STOCK/FRAME:Alloy Frame
STOCK/GRIPS:Cocobolo Grips
WEIGHT:31 oz.

CALIBER/GAUGE:45 ACP
CAPACITY:7 + 1
# OF MAGS:2
MAGAZINE DESC:7 rd.
BARREL:4"
OVERALL LENGTH:7.6"

SIGHTS:Fixed Night Sights
SAFETY:Ambi-Safety
ADDL INFO:Match Grade Barrel
ADDL INFO:Includes Range Bag
ADDL INFO:Accessory Rail
GUN CASE:Plastic

Product Information

Finish

White

Action

Semi-Auto

Caliber

30 Super Carry

Barrel Length

4.5

Capacity

Grips

Composite

Sights

Product Information

Finish

Stainless/Silver

Action

Semi-Auto

Caliber

22 Short

Barrel Length

3.78

Capacity

Grips

Rubber

Sights

Product Information

Finish

Blue/Black

Action

Single

Caliber

45 ACP

Barrel Length

Capacity

7+1

Grips

Wood

Sights

Night Sights

Product Information

Finish

Green

Action

Double

Caliber

300 HAM'R

Barrel Length

4.2

Capacity

20+1

Grips

Wood

Sights

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Springfield Armory 1911 Champion Operator Lightweight

Model PX9115L18	Condition Factory New
Bud's Item # 109644	UPC 706397919429
Manufacturer Springfield Armory

FAMILY:1911 Style Pistol Series
MODEL:Lightweight Champion Operator
TYPE:Semi-Auto Pistol
ACTION:Single Action
FINISH:Black Armory Kote
STOCK/FRAME:Alloy Frame
STOCK/GRIPS:Cocobolo Grips
WEIGHT:31 oz.

CALIBER/GAUGE:45 ACP
CAPACITY:7 + 1
# OF MAGS:2
MAGAZINE DESC:7 rd.
BARREL:4"
OVERALL LENGTH:7.6"

SIGHTS:Fixed Night Sights
SAFETY:Ambi-Safety
ADDL INFO:Match Grade Barrel
ADDL INFO:Includes Range Bag
ADDL INFO:Accessory Rail
GUN CASE:Plastic

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Scotty D on 01/31/2019

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

This is just a awesome gun. I dont have a lot of experience with 1911's and this is the only one I own but the fit and finish is awesome and it shoots really well.

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Questions & Answers

Q: Is this a full size government 1911 frame or is it a smaller officer style frame
Answered

Asked 04/12/2019 20:22 by Andrew C

A:

Andrew, this pistol has a Full Size Grip/Frame with the shorter Slide/Barrel.
Q: Will the kimber 8 round mags work on this
Answered

Asked 02/08/2019 19:19 by Andrew C

A:

They will be great for range work as they are If you want to use them for carry then I suggest you add the X-grip spacer https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/714005675/xgrip+mag+spacer+1911+off+45acp+1pc
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