The Heckler and Koch VP9A1 X Crossover (81001210) in 9mm combines a full size frame with a compact 4.09 inch barrel to deliver an optics ready platform that balances shootability with carry readiness for duty, defense, and everyday use. This striker fired pistol ships with one 17 round and one 20 round magazine for maximum flexibility and is equipped with tritium front and serrated rear sights, ambidextrous controls, and a flared magwell for fast reloads.
Key Features
- Manufacturer part number 81001210
- Caliber 9mm
- Capacity 20 rounds plus one in chamber with included 20 round magazine, also includes one 17 round magazine
- Barrel length 4.09 inches with hammer forged polygonal rifling
- Frame material black polymer with integrated Picatinny accessory rail
- Slide material steel with black finish and front and rear serrations
- Sights tritium front sight with blacked out serrated rear
- Weight 26.56 ounces without magazine
- Overall length 7.34 inches
- Overall height 5.52 inches with magazine
- Action striker fired with Browning type modified linkless locking system
- Safety features trigger safety, firing pin safety, disconnector safety, and disassembly safety
- Grip system interchangeable backstraps and side panels for customizable fit
- Controls ambidextrous paddle style magazine release and slide release on both sides
- Optics ready slide with proprietary optics cut compatible with EOTech MRDS, Noblex Sight III, Vortex Viper, and Vortex Venom with appropriate adapter plates
Special Features
- Full size frame paired with compact slide creates a balanced platform that offers full hand purchase and reduced slide length for easier carry
- Factory flared magwell speeds reloads and aids smooth magazine insertion under pressure
- Nickel Teflon coated trigger bar reduces pre travel friction for a smoother trigger pull right out of the box
- Interchangeable backstraps and side panels offer 54 different grip configurations to fit a wide range of hand sizes
- Enhanced slide serrations front and rear provide secure purchase for press checks and slide manipulation in all conditions
- Low bore axis design promotes fast follow up shots and improved control
- Hammer forged polygonal barrel delivers exceptional accuracy and extended service life
- Fully ambidextrous controls with paddle magazine releases and slide releases on both sides accommodate left and right handed shooters equally
- Optics ready slide accepts popular red dot sights using available adapter plates without requiring slide milling
- Accessory rail accepts lights and lasers for defensive or low light applications
- Made in Germany with precision machined components and rigorous quality control
Practical Benefits
- The full size grip frame provides a complete grip for shooters with larger hands while the compact slide reduces printing and weight for concealed carry
- Excellent choice for shooters transitioning between duty and off duty carry who want consistent controls and handling
- Versatile enough for home defense, everyday carry, range training, and competition use
- Tritium front sight ensures fast target acquisition in low light while the optics cut allows adding a red dot for faster precision
- Ambidextrous controls make this an ideal choice for households with both left and right handed shooters or for firearms training programs
- Interchangeable grip panels allow proper fit for shooters with small, medium, or large hands as well as youth and new shooters growing into the platform
- Flared magwell and enhanced controls support faster manipulation during competition or defensive drills
- High capacity magazines provide extended firepower for range sessions or defensive scenarios
- Proven HK reliability and durability make this suitable for high round count training and professional use
- Polygonal rifling reduces fouling and maintenance time while extending accuracy over the life of the barrel
The HK VP9A1 X Crossover 9mm (81001210) is a reliable pick for shooters seeking a duty grade pistol with carry friendly dimensions and modern features.
| MANUFACTURER | HECKLER & KOCH |
| MODEL | VP9X |
| CALIBER | 9MM |
| TYPE | PISTOL |
| IMPORTER | HECKLER & KOCH INC. |