LATEST Ancient Prototypes of Proxy Warfare: The Economic and Logistical Burden of Roman and Persian Proxy Networks among Arab Tribes and Caucasian Powers
SEARCH
DB ONLINE
EN ▾
Winchester Model 1911
Photo: Luigibastardo · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
REC // INTEL FEED

WinchesterModel1911

Combat Shotguns · United States · 1911
ADD TO COMPARE

WinchesterModel1911

Winchester Model 1911
Winchester Model 1911 Photo: Luigibastardo · Wikimedia Commons · Public domain
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Close-Range Lethality
60
Ammunition Versatility
40
Capacity
30
Reliability
85
Handling
65
Breaching Capability
20
Pattern Control
50
Ergonomics
55
Technology
10
Cost-Effectiveness
90
Origin United States
ManufacturerWinchester Repeating Arms Company
CategoryCombat Shotguns
EraPre-WWI / Industrial Age
In service1911–1925
Quantity83,000
Data Quality83%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
52
Combat Shotguns MASS Rating
5/7
Pre-WWI / Industrial Age
95/107
All-Time
Combat Shotguns · 10 axes scored
Close-Range Lethality
60
Ammunition Versatility
40
Capacity
30
Reliability
85
Handling
65
Breaching Capability
20
Pattern Control
50
Ergonomics
55
Technology
10
Cost-Effectiveness
90
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the combat shotguns category.
01 / Overview
Winchester Model 1911
Production
1911–1925
Quantity
83,000
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
COMBAT SHOTGUNS · PRE-WWI / INDUSTRIAL AGE
5
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
78
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
52
combat shotguns category
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the combat shotguns category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General4MOD.4
  • DesignerThomas Crossley Johnson
  • Weight (Empty)3.6 kg
  • Weight (Loaded)4.1 kg
  • Currently In ServiceNo
◈Cartridge & Calibre1MOD.1
  • Calibre Class12 gauge
▣Operation3MOD.3
◇Ballistics4MOD.4
  • Muzzle Velocity390 m/s
  • Effective Range (point)40 m
  • Effective Range (area)60 m
  • Maximum Range100 m
◆Barrel & Sights3MOD.3
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANRetired
  1. 1911Production started
  2. 1925Production ended
115
years in service
14
years in production
83,000
units produced
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE3terms
Adjustable metal aiming devices on firearms, consisting of a front post and rear notch, used without magnification.
Long recoil is a firearm action type where the barrel and bolt recoil together for a longer distance before the bolt unlocks.
A straight, cylindrical ammunition container that feeds cartridges into a firearm's action via gravity or a spring.
These terms are listed automatically because they appear on this page.full encyclopedia →
📚 Sources
📖 ENCYCLOPEDIA Browse the Combat Shotguns entry →