SMITH & WESSON M&P40 M2.0 PRO SERIES

Posted Jun 13, 2023

The Smith & Wesson M&P40 M2.0 Pro Series is a gun that should be on the radar of anyone looking for a modern, reliable, and well-crafted firearm with a versatile design. First introduced in 2018, this model is a beefed-up version of the standard M&P40 and comes with several improvements that bring it into the modern market. With its enhanced grip texture, adjustable trigger stop, stainless steel slide slide, Smith & Wesson sear, and patented take-down lever, this gun is aptly named the “Pro Series.”

For starters, the Smith & Wesson M&P40 M2.0 PRO Series is chambered in .40 S&W and can hold up to sixteen rounds with an extended magazine. That means you can fill it to capacity with fifteen rounds and then 1 one in the chamber – giving you sixteen in all. The gun also features a shorter 4.25-inch barrel which helps with the improved accuracy potential and allows for faster follow-up shots when the situation calls for it. Couple this with the 5.5-7.5 pound trigger break and you could help make you a more accurate shooter.

The Pro Series also features a stainless steel slide along with a variety of stainless steel parts making it much more durable and corrosion resistant. This is important for added long-term reliability. It also has 3 interchangeable backstraps and longer, more exaggerated texturizing to help with the comfort and better control. This helps you keep a better grip of the gun even if your hands are sweating during a competition or you are shooting during wet weather. The gun also comes standard with an ambidextrous magazine release making it suitable for right and left-handed shooters.

The Smith & Wesson M&P40 M2.0 Pro Series also comes with a fixed 3-dot (or 3-white dot) configuration on the front and rear sights with a tritium front sight post for low-light shooting. The sights are made out of robust steel allowing them to take harder use over a period of time without having to adjust them much.Between the fact that it is manufactured using high-quality parts, its consistent performance, and this also makes it a very useful handgun for those who need to shoot in different light conditions.

Best of all? This gun is 100% American made. From the manufacturing process to the quality of the parts used, the Smith & Wesson M&P40 M2.0 Pro Series was made for the experienced and amateur shooter alike. As one would expect from the Smith & Wesson team, the Pro Series is accurate, reliable, and easy to use.

All in all, the Smith & Wesson M&P40 M2.0 Pro Series is an excellent gun for the firing range, personal home safety, or competition use. For those looking for an excellent duty-grade handgun that is the perfect compromise between size and firepower, you can’t go wrong with the Smith & Wesson M&P40 M2.0 Pro Series. With its enhanced ergonomics, corrosion resistant stainless steel slide, adjustable trigger stop, and more, the Pro Series provides superior accuracy and control allowing for more confident and accurate shooting. It also comes with an industry best lifetime service policy meaning you can rest assured that Smith & Wesson has your back if any issues arise. You get all of this in a gun that is lightweight, accurate, and reliable; making it the ideal choice for the professional shooter and beginner alike.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Proven reliable: The M&P40 M2.0 PRO SERIES has been tested and proven reliable in a variety of conditions.

• Highly customizable: The pistol platform features a number of customizable features, such as interchangeable grips, trigger and sight options.

• Good ergonomics: The grip angle and slide shape make it comfortable in a variety of hand sizes.

• Lightweight: The lightweight frame and slide make it easy to carry concealed.

• Quality parts: The components on the pistol are all of the highest quality, ensuring the best performance and durability.

Cons:

• Cost: The M&P40 M2.0 PRO SERIES is an expensive pistol, making it inaccessible to some.

• Ammunition cost: The pistol is chambered in the expensive .40 Smith & Wesson round.

• Complicated trigger: Some users find the trigger system difficult and hard to learn.

• Not suitable for open carry: The M&P40 M2.0 PRO SERIES is primarily designed for concealed carry. It may be cumbersome or uncomfortable to wear openly.

Who Should Buy

The Smith & Wesson M&P40 M2.0 Pro Series is a pistol meant for those who have had advanced firearm training and are proficient with firearms. It is intended for law enforcement, military personnel, and experts who are familiar with handguns. Beginners or those unfamiliar with firearms should not purchase this kind of handgun.

Comparisons

SMITH & WESSON PERFORMANCE CENTER PC1911	WILSON COMBAT CQB TACTICAL LE
.40 S&W	.45 ACP	.45 ACP
24.2 oz.	44 oz.	41.2 oz.
4.25 in.	5.0 in.	5.0 in.
15 rounds	7 or 8 rounds	8 rounds
Striker Fired	Semi-Automatic	Semi-Automatic

Features / Specs

• Caliber: .40 S&W

• Capacity: 15+1 Rounds

• Action: Striker fired

• Barrel Length: 4.25"

• Overall Length: 7.4”

• Frame Material: Polymer

• Slide Material: Stainless steel

• Weight: 25.8 oz

• Sights: 3-dot steel

• Grip: Interchangeable palmswells

• Trigger: Lightening Striker Trigger

• Finish: Black Armornite

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Accuracy

The SMITH & WESSON M&P40 M2.0 PRO SERIES is designed for maximum accuracy. This is achieved through a range of features, including enhanced ergonomics, a precision-crafted stainless-steel barrel, a crisp trigger pull and adjustable sights. It also has a low bore axis, which helps reduce felt recoil for a more comfortable shooting experience. All of these features combine to create a gun that is highly accurate and reliable. In tests, it has consistently produced groups of 0.75 inches or less at 25 yards when using quality ammunition. All in all, the SMITH & WESSON M&P40 M2.0 PRO SERIES is a first-class pistol that provides superior accuracy and reliability in a highly reliable package.