Published: September 17, 2026 
The M1911 in WARDOGS is a classic semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP. It offers strong close-range stopping power while maintaining a fast 0.2-second ADS time.
Weapon Details
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Category | Pistols |
| Availability | Vendor |
| Role XP | Infantry |
| Caliber | .45 ACP |
| Fire Mode | Semi-Automatic |
| Inventory Slot | Sidearm |
| Tier | C-Tier |
M1911 Overview in WARDOGS
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Price (Cash) | 300 |
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
| Inventory Size | 2 × 2 |
| Unlock Level | Level 1 |
| Rate of Fire | 430 RPM |
| Muzzle Velocity | 253 m/s |
| Effective Range | 50 m |
| Accuracy | 2 |
| Melee Damage | 20 |
| ADS Time | 0.2 s |
| Length | 80 cm |
| Zeroing Range | 25 m |
| ADS Zoom | 1.2× |
| Recoil Yaw | -22.5° to 22.5° |
| Recoil Pitch | 45° |
| Random Deviation | 10° |
| Requires Rechamber | No |
Damage
| Caliber | Base Damage | Suppression |
|---|---|---|
| .45 ACP | 30 | 0.07 |
Damage Falloff
| Distance | Damage Multiplier |
|---|---|
| 0 m | 1× |
| 50 m | 1× |
| 1,200 m | 0.3× |
Use Case
The M1911 is best suited for close-range engagements in WARDOGS where its .45 ACP rounds can deliver solid damage. Its quick 0.2-second ADS time also makes it useful as a backup weapon when you need to quickly switch away from your primary.
With a 50m effective range, the M1911 is better suited to close-quarters fights than long-range engagements. Its low inventory footprint also makes it easy to carry alongside a primary weapon.
Tips
- Use the M1911 as a backup when your primary weapon is empty or needs to be reloaded.
- Keep fights within its effective range to make the most of its .45 ACP damage.
- Take advantage of its fast ADS time when quickly switching to your sidearm.
- Consider the 10-round magazine when you want additional capacity during extended fights.
- Use Armor Piercing ammunition when penetration is more important than raw flesh damage.
Attachments
The M1911 has two magazine options:
| Slot | Attachment | Fitted by Default |
|---|---|---|
| Magazine | M1911 10 RND Magazine | Yes |
| Magazine | M1911 7 RND Magazine | No |
Handling
Compatible Ammunition
The M1911 supports several types of .45 ACP ammunition:
| Ammunition | Type | Caliber | Base Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| .45 ACP (Tracer) | Full Metal Jacket | .45 ACP | — |
| .45 ACP Armor Piercing (AP) | Armor Piercing | .45 ACP | — |
| .45 ACP Armor Piercing (AP) (Tracer) | Armor Piercing | .45 ACP | — |
| .45 ACP Flesh Damage (HP) | Hollow Point | .45 ACP | — |
| .45 ACP Flesh Damage (HP) (Tracer) | Hollow Point | .45 ACP | — |
| .45 ACP Standard (FMJ) (Tracer) | Full Metal Jacket | .45 ACP | — |
Unlocked By
The M1911 is available from the Vendor and requires Level 1 to unlock.
Looking for more weapons? Check out our WARDOGS Weapons guide to see every weapon, including their stats, ammunition, and unlock requirements. Visit the WARDOGS Wiki for more information on weapons, equipment, vehicles, factions, and other game mechanics.
