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SIG
SAUER
P228

Swiss-German precision in a compact package. The P228 earned a reputation for outstanding accuracy and reliability across NATO forces worldwide.

9mm
Caliber
13+1
Capacity
1989
Introduced
M11
U.S. Mil. designation
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Catalog · SIG SAUER P228SIG SAUER P228// 9×19mm · Pistol
Origin
Switzerland
Maker
SIG Sauer
Action
DA/SA
Frame
Aluminum
Mil. Name
M11
Heritage
P226 family
The Story

SIG Sauer P228

The P228 is one of the most respected compact service pistols ever made. Adopted by the U.S. military as the M11 for officers, military police, aviators, and CID agents, it has a near-mythical reputation for accuracy and reliability.

Swiss precision meets German production quality — a genuinely premium handgun in every detail. The P228 was also Special Agent Jack Bauer's signature pistol throughout the 24 television series. Kiefer Sutherland reportedly insisted on it for the role.

A trigger that's smooth as silk in single action, all-metal construction with a satisfying weight, and the kind of accuracy that makes new shooters look talented. There are few pistols in our catalog that feel as refined as a SIG.

Carried by U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, FBI HRT, and the German Bundespolizei. Wherever discreet capability is required at the highest level, the P228 has been there.

Development · History · Heritage

SIG Sauer P228 — Timeline

The history behind this firearm, from conception to the present day.

SIG-Sauer Partnership

Swiss SIG and German J.P. Sauer & Sohn formally merge their pistol development, creating the SIG Sauer brand.

1975
1983
P226 NATO Trial

The full-size P226 wins the US Army XM9 trials on merit, but loses the contract to the Beretta 92F on price alone.

P228 Introduced

SIG Sauer introduces the P228 as a compact variant of the P226 — retaining full magazine capacity in a shorter grip and barrel.

1985
1989
FBI & Military Adoption

The FBI adopts the P228 as a compact carry option; CIA agents and US military plainclothes personnel follow suit.

Special Operations Choice

The P228 becomes the preferred concealed carry weapon for Delta Force and other US SOF elements requiring a compact 9mm.

2000s
Today
Available at GunRange.lv

Fire the Swiss-German precision compact at our Riga range — €2 per round, 5 rounds minimum.

In service · in cinema · in history

In the wild.

Where you've seen this firearm — on screen, in service, or making history.

TV
24
2001–14

Jack Bauer's signature pistol throughout the series — Kiefer Sutherland reportedly insisted on it.

Service
U.S. Army (M11)
1990s–

Standard issue for officers, military police, aviators, and CID agents.

Service
FBI HRT
1990s–

Carried by the FBI's elite Hostage Rescue Team.

From the range

What our visitors say.

Real feedback from guests who fired this weapon at our Riga range.

★★★★★

“The P228 is the smoothest DA/SA trigger I've fired at this range. Not flashy but genuinely excellent — the kind of pistol where you immediately trust it to do exactly what you ask of it.”

Viktor P. · Prague
★★★★★

“I shoot a P226 at home. The 228 is everything I love about SIG in a smaller package — the trigger feel is identical and the accuracy is exceptional. If anything, the compact size makes it feel faster.”

Nicole W. · Zurich
★★★★★

“Asked specifically for the P228 after reading about its use by FBI agents. The instructor gave great context on why it was chosen for plainclothes work. An underrated classic in every sense.”

Ian B. · Belfast
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