Brownells - Rimfire Target Conversion Kit

Published on June 7, 2011
Duration: 2:08

This guide details the installation of the Kimber Rimfire Target Conversion Kit, which transforms a full-size .45 ACP 1911 into an economical .22 Long Rifle training handgun. The process involves a simple slide and barrel swap, allowing for practice with less expensive ammunition while maintaining the feel of a full-power pistol. The kit is designed for Milspec 1911 government models with specific barrel configurations.

Quick Summary

The Kimber Rimfire Target Conversion Kit converts a .45 ACP 1911 into a .22 LR trainer, offering economical practice while preserving the firearm's feel. Installation involves swapping the slide and barrel. It fits Milspec 1911 government models with 4-5 inch non-ramped barrels and requires high-velocity .22 LR ammo for operation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Kimber Rimfire Conversion Kit
  2. 00:06Installation Process Overview
  3. 00:16Blowback Operation and Ammunition
  4. 00:25Preserving Pistol Feel and Skill Development
  5. 00:35Conversion Kit Component Quality
  6. 00:40Slide Machining and Finish
  7. 00:48Compatibility with 1911 Models
  8. 01:04Target Sights and Adjustability
  9. 01:17Match-Grade Barrel and Bushing
  10. 01:23Magazine Design and Function
  11. 01:34Slide Operation and Dry Firing
  12. 01:47Brownells Guarantee

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Kimber Rimfire Target Conversion Kit?

The Kimber Rimfire Target Conversion Kit transforms a full-size .45 ACP 1911 pistol into an economical .22 Long Rifle training handgun. It allows users to practice with less expensive ammunition while maintaining the weight and feel of their primary firearm.

How do you install the Kimber Rimfire Target Conversion Kit?

Installation is straightforward: remove the factory slide and barrel from your .45 ACP 1911, then replace them with the conversion unit. Load the included .22 LR magazine and insert it into the pistol.

What types of 1911 pistols are compatible with this conversion kit?

The kit is designed for Milspec 1911 government models chambered in .45 ACP, specifically those with 4 or 5-inch non-ramped barrels and dimensional tolerances meeting US government specs, including Series 70 and 80 Colt pistols and clones.

Does the Kimber conversion kit allow for dry firing?

Yes, the pistol can be dry-fired with the Kimber Rimfire Target Conversion Kit installed. However, for live-fire operation, it requires high-velocity .22 Long Rifle ammunition for proper cycling.

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