Similar to P228 except chambered for .40 S&W cartridge. Has blackened stainless steel slide and lightweight aluminum alloy frame. Slide slightly larger to accommodate more powerful cartridge. In 1996, 9mm chamber also offered. Overall length 7.1"; height 5.4"; weight 27.54 oz. Magazine capacity 12 rounds. Introduced in 1992. In 1994, a new caliber for this model was introduced: .357 SIG developed by Federal. Magazine capacity 12 rounds.