Kimber 2k11 Pro Coyote (or) .45 Acp 4.25" Barrel 13 Rounds Pvd
About this product
The Kimber 2K11 Pro OR Coyote is a double-stack 1911-pattern pistol chambered in .45 ACP, built on Kimber's 2K11 platform with a 4.25-inch Commander-length barrel and a 13-round magazine — roughly double what a traditional single-stack 1911 in .45 holds. OR means optics-ready: the slide is cut for a red dot without needing a separate adapter plate. Coyote is Kimber's tan-toned PVD finish, a harder physical-vapor-deposition coating rather than a painted or standard black Cerakote surface.
What is it used for?
It's aimed at competitive shooters running 2011-pattern doublestacks in USPSA and similar production-adjacent divisions, and at serious range or home-defense shooters who want a single-action 1911 trigger feel with modern magazine capacity. The Commander-length barrel keeps it a bit more manageable in the holster than a full-size Government-length 2K11 while still giving up little in sight radius. Its .45 ACP chambering also appeals to shooters who already have a stable of .45-caliber magazines and ammunition and want to add capacity without switching calibers.
How does it compare to a traditional single-stack 1911?
It keeps the same single-action trigger, thumb safety, and grip safety manual of arms that 1911 shooters already know. What changes is the grip — it's noticeably wider to house the double-stack magazine — and the round count, which is roughly double a classic single-stack .45's typical capacity.
What fits it?
Optics with a matching footprint mount directly through the OR cut, but confirm the exact footprint before buying a red dot for it. Standard single-stack 1911 holsters generally will not fit this frame — it needs a holster specifically molded for the wider 2K11-class grip.
Who is this not for?
Skip it if you want the slim, classic-width carry profile of a traditional single-stack 1911; the double-stack grip is noticeably wider in the hand. It's also a premium price point compared to an entry-level 1911, so it's not the pick if you're shopping strictly on budget. And if you've never owned a 1911-pattern gun before, the thumb safety and grip safety add a learning step that a striker-fired pistol simply doesn't require.
Does it work in California?
Standard handgun purchase rules apply through a licensed California FFL — a 10-day wait, DROS, and Firearm Safety Certificate — but confirm current roster status for this specific model and finish combination before ordering, since color and finish variants aren't always separately listed from the base model. See our California gun laws page for the full process.
Is it worth $2,519.99?
That price sits in premium 2011-doublestack territory alongside other competition-grade doublestacks, not entry-level 1911 pricing. You're paying for the optics-ready cut, the Coyote PVD finish, and Kimber's fit and finish on a 13-round .45 — decide whether those specific features justify the jump over a standard single-stack 1911 for your use case. If you mainly want a 1911 trigger and don't need the doubled capacity or the comp-oriented finish, a standard single-stack model will get you there for meaningfully less money.
Specs at a glance
Pros & cons
What works
- Double-stack capacity on a familiar 1911-pattern trigger
- Optics-ready slide cut without adapter plates
- Durable Coyote PVD finish
- Commander-length barrel balances size and sight radius
Trade-offs
- Premium price point near $2,500
- Wider grip than a traditional single-stack 1911, needs its own holster
- Heavier than a polymer-frame carry gun of similar caliber
Key attributes
| Caliber | .45 ACP |
| Barrel | 4.25″ (Commander) |
| Capacity | 13 rounds |
| Finish | Coyote PVD |
| Optics | Optics-ready (OR) |
| SKU | 3500062 |
Frequently asked questions
- What red dot footprint does the OR cut use?
- Confirm directly with Kimber or the listing before buying an optic — optics-ready cuts vary by manufacturer and model.
- Does it come with more than one magazine?
- Standard configuration typically includes at least one 13-round magazine; confirm the exact count with the shop before ordering.
- Is PVD finish more durable than Cerakote?
- PVD is a harder, thinner coating generally more wear- and holster-resistant than baked-on Cerakote, though both hold up well with normal care.
- Can I carry it concealed?
- It's carriable with the right holster and belt, but it's larger and heavier than a subcompact carry gun built for that purpose specifically.
- Does the grip safety need to be depressed to fire?
- Yes — the standard 1911-pattern grip safety must be fully depressed, along with the thumb safety disengaged, before the trigger will function.