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Newest model is the FNX Tactical. Previous model was called the FNP-45 Tactical. I don't know much about the differences except for the markings on them.
FN .45 Tactical or HK .45 Tactical
- Thread starter lucsergerie
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I had the FNX-45 Tactical, I hated the trigger and the factory sights hit about 16 inches low at 25 yards so I put a Trijicon RMR on it. The Thread protector always came loose on the barrel so I generally left it off. All in all I think I had it 6 months before I sold it. I have shot the HK, my buddy has one, the trigger is better but was much better to shoot once he installed the LMR trigger and dispensed with the dual action. On the whole I don't like dual action pistols and won't buy another one, I would rather have the consistency of a single action or a striker fired pistol. I carried a S&W M&P 40 for a number of years and it is not bad as a service pistol and I have owned a variety of Glocks, some with good triggers and some with bad. At the end of the day one is as accurate as the next but it is generally the ability to control the trigger that determines if the bullets go where you want them to. These Tactical variants are essentially like putting a spoiler on a street car, they add nothing to the performance of the pistol and generally detract from it's practicality. Save the money you would spend on the tactical version, buy the standard version and spend what you saved on ammo, that's what will make you a better shooter.
- Location
- Beaverlodge, Alberta
I've had my FNX 45 Tactical for a few weeks now and have put around 500 rounds through it so I'll add my brief experience.
Pros:
10 rounds of acp(mags are 15 rounders pinned to ten)
Suppressor sights, I found them fast to acquire and easy to line up.
Ambi controls
Easy to field strip.
Comes with 3 other interchangeable back steps
Comes with mounting hardware and Allen keys for mounting a reflex sight
You can mount an RMR.
Looks badass
Cons:
DA trigger pull
It seems bulkier than it really is.
Tan is constantly dirty.
Mags were pinned with enormous rivets which actually meant the mags had to be manually removed.
Carry case is neat, but not sure if it's legal by itself. (Not hard plastic, not externally lockable)
Thread protector comes loose.
Holster selection can be limited.
It was a jump for me, moving from 1911's To this gun. But I find it fits my hand well, points well, and is nicely balanced when loaded with 10 rounds of 45.
It is accurate. But I think most factory pistols these days are more accurate than they get credit for.
I went to Gregg's distributors and picked up a few o rings that looked close to the size of my barrel. Cost me about $0.50 cents. I put the oring on the barrel, then threaded the protector on. It no longer comes loose.
I found a holster maker down south. Already cut out for an RMR.
The double action trigger is new to me, so I can't compare it to others. But if it bothers you to much, there is the option to carry cocked and locked, rather than decocked.
I personally really like this gun. It's my new favorite pistol to be honest. I put an RMR on and it's tons of fun.
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Pros:
10 rounds of acp(mags are 15 rounders pinned to ten)
Suppressor sights, I found them fast to acquire and easy to line up.
Ambi controls
Easy to field strip.
Comes with 3 other interchangeable back steps
Comes with mounting hardware and Allen keys for mounting a reflex sight
You can mount an RMR.
Looks badass
Cons:
DA trigger pull
It seems bulkier than it really is.
Tan is constantly dirty.
Mags were pinned with enormous rivets which actually meant the mags had to be manually removed.
Carry case is neat, but not sure if it's legal by itself. (Not hard plastic, not externally lockable)
Thread protector comes loose.
Holster selection can be limited.
It was a jump for me, moving from 1911's To this gun. But I find it fits my hand well, points well, and is nicely balanced when loaded with 10 rounds of 45.
It is accurate. But I think most factory pistols these days are more accurate than they get credit for.
I went to Gregg's distributors and picked up a few o rings that looked close to the size of my barrel. Cost me about $0.50 cents. I put the oring on the barrel, then threaded the protector on. It no longer comes loose.
I found a holster maker down south. Already cut out for an RMR.
The double action trigger is new to me, so I can't compare it to others. But if it bothers you to much, there is the option to carry cocked and locked, rather than decocked.
I personally really like this gun. It's my new favorite pistol to be honest. I put an RMR on and it's tons of fun.
I saw this thread and thought I'd take a look at one (the FN, I have an HK 45). You have to be joking. The grip felt like 2X4 (and I have big paws), and overall didn't even come close to the HK. As far as I'm concerned they aren't even in the same league.
- Location
- Beaverlodge, Alberta
It's funny because I had a chance to use an HK 45 on a training course and found the grip bulky for me. And I also have some big meat hooks. Different strokes I guess.
