Steyr ATd and ATc First Shots

Published on September 23, 2025
Duration: 1:41

This video provides initial impressions of the new Steyr ATD and ATC pistols, presented as refinements of previous RX models. The ATC is highlighted as a competition-oriented, modular pistol with customizable components like the trigger shoe, beaver tail, and magwell. While the factory single-action trigger is praised for its clean break and short reset, the reviewer notes that stock grip size and trigger reach may require modification for optimal performance and grip consistency under recoil.

Quick Summary

The Steyr ATC is a competition-focused, modular pistol featuring hand-fit construction and customizable components like the trigger shoe, beaver tail, and magwell. Its factory single-action trigger offers a clean break and short reset, aiding fast shooting, though stock ergonomics may require user modification for optimal grip and reach.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to Steyr ATD/ATC Launch
  2. 00:21Steyr ATD and ATC Overview
  3. 00:27Steyr ATD Features
  4. 00:36Steyr ATC Flagship Model
  5. 00:44ATC Modularity: Trigger, Beaver Tail, Magwell
  6. 00:53First Shooting Impressions
  7. 00:58ATC Single Action Trigger Quality
  8. 01:04Fast Splits and Trigger Reset
  9. 01:08Grip and Trigger Reach Issues
  10. 01:18Grip Consistency Under Recoil
  11. 01:23Comparison to CZ Shadows and Tanfoglio
  12. 01:30Future Modifications and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the new Steyr ATC pistol?

The Steyr ATC is a competition-oriented pistol, hand-fit and optimized for performance. It boasts significant modularity, allowing users to swap out the trigger shoe, beaver tail, and magwell to customize the firearm to their specific preferences and shooting style.

How does the Steyr ATC's single-action trigger perform?

The factory single-action trigger on the Steyr ATC is highly praised for its performance. It breaks very cleanly and crisply, with an extremely short reset, making it easy to pull quickly and facilitating rapid follow-up shots with minimal effort.

What potential issues were noted with the Steyr ATC's stock configuration?

The reviewer found the stock grips to be larger than preferred, and the trigger reach too long, impacting their ability to maintain a consistent grip under recoil and return the gun to target effectively. This is noted as a common issue with factory configurations on some high-performance pistols.

How does the Steyr ATD differ from the ATC?

The Steyr ATD is described as a refinement of older RX pistols, similar to the classic double-action single-action PT28, but includes a safety and decocker. The ATC is the flagship model, more focused on competition with extensive modularity.

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