Kimber 2K11 Review: Feature-Packed 1911 in 9mm & .45 ACP | GunBroker

In this video Kimber’s Everett Deger shares the features of the new Kimber 2K11, available in 9mm and .45. This firearm is loaded with features that you’d otherwise have to buy aftermarket.

Watch the video to learn what sets the Kimber 2K11 apart from the competition.

2K11 Stainless Target (OR) Specs and Features:
Height (inches) 90° to barrel: 5.74
Weight (ounces) with empty magazine: 35
Length (inches): 8.56
Magazine capacity: 10 Rounds
Recoil spring (pounds): 10 (3 magazines included)
Toolless Guide Rod (Patent-pending)
Kevlar® Carbon Fiber Grip Module
Frame Material: Stainless Steel
Matte KimPro Granite finish
Width (inches): 1.53
Bumped grip safety
Front strap checkering (LPI)
Ambidextrous thumb safety
Slide Material: Stainless Steel
External extractor
Matte KimPro Granite finish
Custom 2K11 front and rear serrations
Barrel Length (inches): 5
Material: Stainless Steel
Twist rate (left hand): 5R rifling |9MM:1:10
Fluted
Ramped
Highly Polished with Coyote PVD
Sights: TAG Fiberlok 2
Additional red abd black fiber-optic inserts included
6.8 Radius
Grips Material: Kevlar® Carbon Fiber
Trigger: GT Match Grade Trigger
3-4lb pull
Material: Aluminum
UPC: 669278350615
SKU: 3500061

2K11 OR (45 ACP) Specs and Features:
Height (inches) 90° to barrel: 5.74
Weight (ounces) with empty magazine: 40.1
Length (inches): 8.56
Magazine capacity: 13 Rounds (3 magazines included)
Recoil spring (pounds): 16
Toolless Guide Rod (Patent-pending)
Aluminum Grip Module
Frame Material: Stainless Steel
Width (inches): 1.4
SST steel sub-frame with matte DLC coating
Tapered magwell
Ambidextrous safety
Slide Material: Stainless Steel
External extractor
Brush polish flats with DLC coating
Custom 2K11 front and rear serrations
Barrel Length (inches): 5
Material: Stainless Steel
Twist rate (left hand): 5R rifling | .45 ACP: 1:16
Fluted
Ramped
Highly Polished with Coyote PVD
Sights: C&H Precision RMR Optic Adapter plate included with purchase
C&H Precision Optic adapter plates available for purchase in RMR, RMSc, DPP, ACRO, and 509T
Front: TAG FiberLok 2 Green
Rear: Aluminum Cover plate with built in rear sight
Grip: Aluminum Grip Module
Aluminum Main Spring Housing
Matte with Type III Hardcoat Anodizing
Trigger: GT Match Grade Trigger
3-4lb pull
Material: Aluminum
UPC: 669278350509
SKU: 3500050

2K11 Target OR Specs and Features:
Height (inches) 90° to barrel: 5.74
Weight (ounces) with empty magazine: 40.1
Length (inches): 8.56
Magazine capacity: 13 Rounds (3 magazines included)
Recoil spring (pounds): 16
Toolless Guide Rod (Patent-pending)
Aluminum Grip Module
Frame Material: Stainless Steel
Width (inches): 1.4
SST steel sub-frame with matte DLC coating
Tapered magwell
Ambidextrous safety
Slide Material: Stainless Steel
External extractor
Brush polish with Coyote PVD Coating
Custom 2K11 front and rear serrations
Barrel Length (inches): 5
Material: Stainless Steel
Twist rate (left hand): 5R rifling | 1:16
Fluted
Ramped
Highly Polished with DLC Finish
Sights: C&H Precision RMR Optic Adapter plate included with purchase
C&H Precision Optic adapter plates available for purchase in RMR, RMSc, DPP, ACRO, and 509T
Front: TAG FiberLok 2 Red
Rear: SST cover plate with built in adjustable rear sight
Grips: Aluminum Grip Module
Aluminum Main Spring Housing
Matte with Type III Hardcoat Anodizing
Trigger: GT Match Grade Trigger
3-4lb pull
Material: Aluminum
UPC: 669278350523
SKU: 3500052
2K11 Target (OI) Specs and Features:
Height (inches) 90° to barrel: 6.75
Weight (ounces) with empty magazine: 42.9
Length (inches): 8.56
Magazines Included: (1) 17 Rounds and (2) 20 Rounds
Recoil spring (pounds): 10
Toolless Guide Rod (Patent-pending)
Aluminum Grip Module
Frame Material: Stainless Steel
Width (inches): 1.4
SST steel sub-frame with matte DLC coating
Tapered magwell
Ambidextrous safety
Slide Material: Stainless Steel
External extractor
Brush polish with Coyote PVD Coating
Custom 2K11 front and rear serrations
Barrel Length (inches): 5
Material: Stainless Steel
Twist rate (left hand): 5R rifling | 1:10
Fluted
Ramped
Highly Polished with DLC Finish
Sights: C&H Precision RMR Optic Adapter plate included with purchase
C&H Precision Optic adapter plates available for purchase in RMR, RMSc, DPP, ACRO, and 509T
Front: TAG FiberLok 2 Red
Trijicon SRO
Grips: Aluminum Grip Module
Aluminum Main Spring Housing
Matte with Type III Hardcoat Anodizing
Trigger: GT Match Grade Trigger
3-4lb pull
Material: Aluminum
UPC: 669278350554
SKU: 3500055

What Makes the 2K11 Different From Other Double-Stack 1911s?
The 2K11 stands out with its enhanced internal geometry, tapered magwell, and tool-less guide rod, which improve feeding reliability and simplify maintenance. Additionally, it features a match-grade GT trigger and is optic-ready with C&H Precision adapter plates

Can I Mount a Red-Dot Sight on the 2K11?
The 2K11 comes with a C&H Precision Optic adapter plate compatible with various red-dot optics, including those with a Trijicon RMR footprint. Also the “Target OI” version comes with a Trijicon SRO red dot sight pre-installed.

The Kimber 2K11 is a high-performance double-stack 1911 pistol released in 2025 by Kimber, available in both standard and target models. Chambered in 9mm and .45 ACP, the 2K11 features advanced enhancements for improved accuracy, reliability, and competitive shooting performance.
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