Sig p320 max vs x5 legion

Virtual SHOT Show 2021 / New from SIG Sauer: P320MAX and P320 XCarry Legion. Not from Germany but from the US East Coast come the two new handguns from SIG Sauer, designed for different purposes. The brand new SIG Sauer P320MAX is a full-size match pistol primarily intended for IPSC/action, while the P320 XCarry Legion is a compact pistol for everyday concealed carry.

Sig p320 max vs x5 legion

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Based on ideas from one of the most successful IPSC/action shooters, SIG Sauer team captain Max Michel, the brand new SIG Sauer P320MAX match pistol was designed in 9mm Luger with a tungsten-infused polymer grip module, 5"/127mm barrel, radically designed slide and ROMEO3MAX red dot sight.

While in Germany the traditional SIG Sauer company in Eckernförde has regrettably closed its doors, the US offshoot on the other side of the pond is growing and growing. As recently as mid-October last year, SIG Sauer USA announced that it was continuing to expand in the state of New Hampshire on the East Coast. In addition to the site in Newington, a further manufacturing facility is being set up in Rochester with around 300 future new jobs. In addition to the headquarters in Newington, SIG Sauer also operates six other smaller production facilities in New Hampshire, as well as additional companies in Arkansas and Oregon. But that is just a side note. The handguns from the SIG Sauer Custom Works department are particularly exclusive and classy. 

SIG Sauer P320MAX – The new "signature pistol" from Max Michel

This brand-new model is based on the technical heritage of the modular P320 series with a polymer frame, striker firing system and a serialized trigger assembly encapsulated in a stainless steel chassis. As is well known, the young M17/M18 US Army service pistol also originates from this series. The P320MAX is specifically intended for the USPSA Carry Optics Division, known in Europe as the IPSC Production Optics Division.

Sig p320 max vs x5 legion

The SIG Sauer P320MAX comes factory with a ROMEO3MAX red dot sight.

The new SIG Sauer P320MAX is, so to speak, the "signature model" of Max Michel, an IPSC/action shooter who is accustomed to success and has been a factory shooter for SIG Sauer USA for many years. The 2014 IPSC World Champion in the Open Class has won countless major matches, trophies and titles and, for example, won all (!) USPSA Area Championships in 2010. Max Michel is a 24-time IPSC US Champion and also a multiple Steel Challenge World Champion.

Even the P320 X-Five Legion in 9 mm Luger, his favorite tool of the trade so far, features a polymer frame infused with tungsten metal powder, which increases the gun's weight from 980 g (standard P320 X-Five) to over 1230 g (Legion version). This contributes to much smoother firing characteristics (recoil, muzzle climb). The new SIG Sauer P320MAX is also based on this frame, which is combined with a SIG Sauer Custom Works upper with a completely redesigned slide and 5"/127 mm match barrel. The slide has been radically milled to create wraparound cocking serrations for all manner of firearm manipulation during competition stress, and is factory-mounted for a mini red dot sight. A one-piece, steel spring guide rod sits under the barrel in classic 1911 style, and the match pistol comes right out of the box with two different weight recoil springs (14 lb and 12 lb). From the factory, the new P320MAX comes with a ROMEO3MAX red dot sight with a 6 MOA red dot from SIG Sauer Electro-Optics, as well as four magazines with a capacity of 21 rounds.

A utility pistol with innovative grip module: SIG Sauer P320 XCarry Legion

Sig p320 max vs x5 legion

The compact utility pistol P320 XCarry Legion in 9mm Luger is also based on the same innovative grip module.

Also based on the innovative tungsten-infused polymer grip module is the compact P320 XCarry Legion in 9mm Luger with 3.6"/91mm barrel with muzzle thread for mounting a silencer. The pistol features a gray hard-coated slide with suppressor night sights. However, the slide top is also ready for mounting a mini red dot sight (SIG Sauer Electro-Optics ROMEO1Pro or Leupold DeltaPoint Pro). Like the P320MAX, this utility handgun is fitted with the straight, skeletonized trigger blade and is topped off with a magwell for quick magazine changes. Three 17-round magazines with aluminum base pads are included. Prices for EU have not yet been determined.

According to reports, the new pistols will be available from spring 2021. Sales in Germany will be handled by GSG. How SIG Sauer's distribution will be organized in other European countries and which models will be available has not yet been conclusively clarified. We are staying on the ball.


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Is the P320 Max a legion?

The brand new SIG Sauer P320MAX is a full-size match pistol primarily intended for IPSC/action, while the P320 XCarry Legion is a compact pistol for everyday concealed carry.

What is the difference between the SIG P320 models?

Compact/Carry are technically two different versions. The slides are identical and the barrel length is the same, 3.9 inches, but the difference is the grip module, which affects magazine capacity. Compact comes with 15-round 9mm magazine, while Carry has 17 rounds of 9mm in the accompanying magazines.

What is P320 Legion?

The P320 XFIVE Legion is the ultimate handgun for the serious shooter. The weight was increased to 43.5oz thanks to the innovative TXG tungsten-infused grip module. This new product is the first of its kind in the firearms industry with the weight of steel and the flex of polymer, reducing muzzle flip by up to 50%.

Is SIG P320 better than Glock?

The Sig P320 Carry is basically the same; it's just 0.2 inches taller and holds 1 or 2 more rounds, depending on caliber. That said, the Glock 19 is only offered in 9mm; the Sig can be had in 9mm, . ... Sig P320 vs Glock 19: By The Numbers..