Introduced in 1993, this new semi-automatic H&K pistol features a new design that incorporates a short recoil modified Browning action. Chambered for .40 S&W cartridge, this model has 4.13" barrel and magazine capacity of 13 rounds. Stainless steel model introduced in 1996. Weight 1.74 lbs. Available in seven different variations from traditional double-action to double-action-only and various safety locations and styles. Variants numbered by H&K are listed.

1.DA/SA with safe position and control lever on left side of frame.
2.DA/SA with safe position and control lever on right side of frame.
3.DA/SA without safe position and decocking lever on left side of frame.
4.DA/SA without safe position and decocking lever on right side of frame.
5.DA only with safe position and safety lever on left side of frame.
6.DA only with safe position and safety lever on right side of frame.
7.DA only without control lever.
9.DA/SA with safe position and safety lever on left side of frame.
10.DA/SA with safe position and safety lever on right side of frame.

NOTE: Add $45 for stainless steel model.

Same as USP 40, but chambered for 9mm cartridge. Magazine holds 16 rounds. Weight 1.66 lbs. Choice of seven variations as listed above for USP 40. New for 1993. NOTE: Add $45 for stainless steel.

Variation of USP 9 fitted with target sights to see over an optional sound suppressor. Barrel threaded left-hand. Does not have O-ring and does not require thread cap. Introduced in 2004.

Same as 9mm Compact model. Chambered for .40 S&W cartridge. Weight about 27 oz. All other dimensions the same.

Introduced in 1995. Slightly larger than 9mm and .40 S&W models. Barrel length 4.41"; overall 7.87"; weight 1.9 lbs. USP 45 available in same variants as other USP models. Magazine capacity 12 rounds. NOTE: Add $45 for stainless steel.

Introduced in 2002. Identical to USP Compact .40 S&W Variant 7, with double-action-only trigger. Special trigger mechanism improves double-action trigger performance and reduces weight of pull between 7.5 and 8.5 lbs. Offered in blued finish.

Introduced in 1997. Match grade variation of USP. Chambered for .45 ACP cartridge. Fitted with 6.02" barrel, with barrel weight assembly. Adjustable rear and target front sight. Adjustable trigger stop. Blued finish. Weight about 38 oz. Available in stainless steel version. NOTE: Add $60 for stainless steel.

Introduced in 1997. Chambered for .45 ACP cartridge. Has 3.8" barrel; overall length 7.1"; weight about 28 oz. Magazine capacity 8 rounds.

Blued semi-automatic .45 ACP. Double-action with 4.46" barrel, 8 round capacity. Polymer grip. Weight about 27.5 oz.

Introduced in mid-1998. Pistol built on same frame as .40 S&W Compact. Chambered for .357 SIG cartridge. Magazine capacity 10 rounds. Weight about 28 oz. Also was made in full-size version, with 4.25" barrel. Discontinued in 2005.

Introduced in 2003. Features 6.2" barrel chambered for 9mm or .45 ACP cartridge. Fitted with match trigger, adjustable trigger stop, adjustable micrometer rear target sights, extended floorplate and loaded chamber indicator. Weight about 30 oz. empty. Magazine capacity 10 rounds. NOTE: H&K price reduction in 2005.

Limited to 1,000 pistols. Features high polish blue with 50th Anniversary logo engraved in gold and silver. Supplied with custom-made wooden box and commemorative coin. Introduced in 2000.

Introduced in 1997, this 9mm model is smaller version of full size USP 9. Internal differences due to size. Barrel length .58"; overall length 6.81". Magazine capacity 10 rounds. Weight about 26 oz. Available with stainless steel slide. Note: Add $45 to NIB price.

Introduced in fall of 1998. This .45 ACP pistol fitted with 5.2" barrel and slide, with 10-round magazine. Overall length 8.7"; height 1.87"; weight about 30 oz. Adjustable low-profile sights. Limited availability between 1,000 and 2,500 pistols. In 2003 offered chambered for 9mm and .40 S&W cartridge. Note: H&K price reduction in 2005.

Introduced in 1998. Enhanced version of USP 45. Fitted with 4.9" threaded barrel, with adjustable high profile target sights. Overall length 8.6"; weight about 36 oz. Magazine capacity 10 rounds. Availability limited to 1,000 and 2,500 pistols.