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Kimber Pistols

Kimber Next Generation

Specs & variants

Kimber publishes 9 versions of the Next Generation pistol on its current product pages, chambered in .45 ACP and 9mm Luger. Barrels run from 4.25" to 5". Of the 9 versions, 6 ship with an RMR optic plate, and 2 are optics-ready from the factory with an RMR/SRO adapter plate. The table below lines up every version so you can compare them at a glance.

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What versions of the Kimber Next Generation are there?

9 current versions. Specs and measurements are Kimber's own.

Specs shared by every version

Width
1.35"
Twist
16

  • BOOT CAMPAIGN NEXT GEN

    Official product page
    Optics
    Model / part #
    3700897
    Caliber
    .45 ACP
    Capacity
    7
    Barrel
    5"
    Overall length
    8.6"
    Weight
    36.2 oz
    Height
    5.4"
    Finish
    Custom Boot Campaign Mosaic
    Frame
    Stainless steel (SS)
    Slide
    Stainless steel (SS)
    More specs for BOOT CAMPAIGN NEXT GEN
    Grips
    Material: G10 Custom Flag Pattern
    Barrel material
    Stainless steel (SS)
    Trigger
    GT Performance Trigger: Yes

  • Custom Two-Tone Next Gen (OR)

    Official product page
    Optics
    Adapter plate
    Model / part #
    3200399
    Caliber
    9mm Luger
    Capacity
    9
    Barrel
    5"
    Overall length
    8.6"
    Weight
    36.2 oz
    Height
    5.4"
    Finish
    Kimpro II Black / Satin Silver
    Frame
    Stainless steel
    Slide
    Stainless steel
    More specs for Custom Two-Tone Next Gen (OR)
    Sights
    Red dot front sight, Fixed black rear sight with RMR optic plate
    Grips
    Black walnut with G10 inlay
    Barrel material
    Stainless Steel
    Trigger
    GT Performance Trigger
    Factory setting (approximate pounds)
    4.0 - 5.0
    Other
    Mil-spec guide rod

  • Custom Two-Tone Next Gen (OR)

    Official product page
    Optics
    Adapter plate
    Model / part #
    3200400
    Caliber
    .45 ACP
    Capacity
    7
    Barrel
    5"
    Overall length
    8.6"
    Weight
    36.2 oz
    Height
    5.4"
    Finish
    Kimpro II Black / Satin Silver
    Frame
    Stainless steel
    Slide
    Stainless steel
    More specs for Custom Two-Tone Next Gen (OR)
    Sights
    Red dot front sight, Fixed black rear sight with RMR optic plate
    Grips
    Black walnut with G10 inlay
    Barrel material
    Stainless Steel
    Trigger
    GT Performance Trigger
    Factory setting (approximate pounds)
    4.0 - 5.0
    Other
    Mil-spec guide rod

  • Next Gen - Midnight Custom First Edition

    Official product page
    Optics
    Adapter plate
    Model / part #
    3700883-.45 ACP
    Caliber
    .45 ACP
    Capacity
    7
    Barrel
    5"
    Overall length
    8.6"
    Weight
    36.2 oz
    Height
    5.4"
    Finish
    DLC Gray
    Frame
    Stainless steel
    Slide
    Stainless steel
    More specs for Next Gen - Midnight Custom First Edition
    Sights
    TAG Precision FiberLok 2 Front sight. Additional red and black fiber-optic inserts included., Target models feature a cover plate with an adjustable rear sight. Ships with an optic adapter plate - RMR footprint.
    Grips
    Southern Trapper genuine shark skin covered walnut grips.
    Barrel material
    Stainless Steel
    Trigger
    GT Performance Trigger
    Factory setting (approximate pounds)
    4.0 - 5.0
    Other
    Mil-spec guide rod

  • Stainless Next Gen (OR)

    Official product page
    Optics
    Adapter plate
    Model / part #
    3200401
    Caliber
    9mm Luger
    Capacity
    9
    Barrel
    5"
    Overall length
    8.6"
    Weight
    36.2 oz
    Height
    5.4"
    Finish
    Stainless / Satin Silver
    Frame
    Stainless steel
    Slide
    Stainless steel
    More specs for Stainless Next Gen (OR)
    Sights
    Red dot front sight, Fixed black rear sight with RMR optic plate
    Grips
    Black walnut with G10 inlay
    Barrel material
    Stainless Steel
    Trigger
    GT Performance Trigger
    Factory setting (approximate pounds)
    4.0 - 5.0
    Other
    Mil-spec guide rod

  • Stainless Next Gen (OR)

    Official product page
    Optics
    Adapter plate
    Model / part #
    3200402
    Caliber
    .45 ACP
    Capacity
    9
    Barrel
    5"
    Overall length
    8.6"
    Weight
    36.2 oz
    Height
    5.4"
    Finish
    Stainless / Satin Silver
    Frame
    Stainless steel
    Slide
    Stainless steel
    More specs for Stainless Next Gen (OR)
    Sights
    Red dot front sight, Fixed black rear sight with RMR optic plate
    Grips
    Black walnut with G10 inlay
    Barrel material
    Stainless Steel
    Trigger
    GT Performance Trigger
    Factory setting (approximate pounds)
    4.0 - 5.0
    Other
    Mil-spec guide rod

  • Stainless Next Gen Pro (OR)

    Official product page
    Optics
    Adapter plate
    Model / part #
    3500405
    Caliber
    9mm Luger
    Capacity
    9
    Barrel
    4.25"
    Overall length
    7.7"
    Weight
    35.5 oz
    Height
    5.4"
    Finish
    Stainless steel
    Frame
    Stainless steel
    Slide
    Stainless steel
    More specs for Stainless Next Gen Pro (OR)
    Grips
    Material: Black Walnut w/ G10 inlay
    Barrel material
    Stainless steel
    Trigger
    GT Performance Trigger: Yes

  • Stainless Next Gen Pro (OR)

    Official product page
    Optics
    Adapter plate
    Model / part #
    3500406
    Caliber
    .45 ACP
    Capacity
    9
    Barrel
    4.25"
    Overall length
    7.7"
    Weight
    35.5 oz
    Height
    5.4"
    Finish
    Stainless steel
    Frame
    Stainless steel
    Slide
    Stainless steel
    More specs for Stainless Next Gen Pro (OR)
    Grips
    Material: Black Walnut w/ G10 inlay
    Barrel material
    Stainless steel
    Trigger
    GT Performance Trigger: Yes

  • Two-Tone Next Gen Pro (OR)

    Official product page
    Optics
    Adapter plate
    Model / part #
    3500403
    Caliber
    —
    Capacity
    9
    Barrel
    4.25"
    Overall length
    8.6"
    Weight
    36.2 oz
    Height
    5.4"
    Finish
    Matte Black / Two-Tone
    Frame
    Stainless steel
    Slide
    Stainless steel
    More specs for Two-Tone Next Gen Pro (OR)
    Sights
    Red dot front sight, Fixed black rear sight with RMR optic plate
    Grips
    Black walnut with G10 inlay
    Barrel material
    Stainless Steel
    Trigger
    GT Performance Trigger
    Factory setting (approximate pounds)
    4.0 - 5.0
    Other
    Mil-spec guide rod

What calibers does the Next Generation come in?

It's chambered in .45 ACP and 9mm Luger, depending on the version.

Is the Next Generation optics-ready?

Of the 9 versions, 6 ship with an RMR optic plate, and 2 are optics-ready from the factory with an RMR/SRO adapter plate.

Can you buy one in California or Massachusetts?

California and Massachusetts each keep their own list of handguns approved for sale, and a gun has to be on it before a dealer there can sell it to you. State rules change, so check our California and Massachusetts pages before you buy.

What's the latest on the Next Generation?

Nothing new on the Next Generation lately.

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