Product Overview
The Smith & Wesson SD40 VE provides a precisely configured solution for compliance-sensitive operations, establishing its utility as a reliable .40 S&W compact pistol. Constructed for consistent operational performance, this model is specifically engineered to meet California compliance standards, making it a viable instrument for responsible citizens. Its design prioritizes practical application, ensuring dependable function in varied scenarios.
Technical Specifications
- Caliber: .40 S&W
- Capacity: 10+1 Rounds
- Barrel Length: 4 Inches
- Barrel Material: Stainless Steel
- Slide Material: Stainless Steel
- Slide Finish: Satin, Serrated
- Frame Material: Polymer
- Frame Finish: Matte Black
- Sights: Hi-Viz Fiber Optic (Green Front, Red Rear)
- Trigger System: Self Defense Trigger (SDT)
- Safety Feature: Tactile Loaded Chamber Indicator
Key Features
Precision Barrel and Slide System
The SD40 VE integrates a 4-inch stainless steel barrel, ensuring consistent projectile velocity and robust longevity. The satin serrated stainless steel slide is engineered to facilitate positive manipulation and reliable cycling under various operational conditions, optimizing the system’s overall function.
Ergonomic Polymer Frame
Featuring a matte black polymer compact frame, the pistol integrates a Picatinny-style accessory interface for the secure mounting of supplemental illumination or targeting devices. The ergonomic grip design incorporates aggressive front and back strap texturing, alongside a textured finger locator, specifically engineered to mitigate positional shift during firing sequences and ensure consistent weapon retention and control.
Self Defense Trigger (SDT) System
Equipped with the proprietary Self Defense Trigger (SDT) system, the SD40 VE is calibrated to deliver a consistent trigger pull characteristic from the initial round through the final one, facilitating predictable shot placement and maintaining user interface consistency.
Optimized Sighting and Safety System
The pistol is furnished with Hi-Viz Fiber Optic sights, featuring a green front and red rear, designed for expedited sight alignment and precise target acquisition in diverse lighting environments. A tactile loaded chamber indicator provides immediate positive confirmation of a chambered round, enhancing procedural safety during handling and deployment.
Its robust construction and performance-driven feature set ensure dependable operational readiness, whether for proficiency training or defensive deployment scenarios. Adherence to a rigorous maintenance regimen utilizing appropriate gun cleaning supplies is critical to sustaining optimal performance and ensuring long-term functional integrity.
