The Kimber Ultra Raptor II is a compact .45 ACP 1911 with a 3-inch match-grade barrel, 7-round capacity, and a matte black finish over Altamont hardwood grips. It weighs 25 ounces (1.56 lbs), and measures 6.8 inches in length by 4.75 inches in height. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Ultra Raptor II 
• Caliber: .45 ACP 
• Action: Semi-Automatic (1911 type) 
• Barrel Length: 3 inches 
• Capacity: 7 rounds 
• Weight: 25 ounces (1.56 lbs) 
• Height: 4.75 inches 
• Length: 6.8 inches 
• Finish Color: Matte Black 
• Grip Material: Wood (Altamont Hardwood) 
• Safety Feature: Manual Safety 
• Sights: Night Sights 
   

Features 

The match-grade 3-inch barrel is paired with a full-length guide rod and an 18-pound recoil spring. The guide rod helps the slide cycle consistently and keeps felt recoil manageable for a compact .45. Tactical wedge tritium night sights are standard, which is useful for a gun positioned as a carry piece. The manual thumb safety is the standard 1911 arrangement. The raptor-pattern slide serrations and grip engraving give it a distinctive look compared to conventional 1911 compacts. 
 

Common Uses 

• Concealed carry (compact dimensions, standard 1911 controls) 
• Range work 
• Collecting

The Ultra Raptor II tends to draw strong opinions. Owners who value traditional 1911 ergonomics and want a compact format generally like it a lot.

The fit and finish come up consistently as positives. The raptor-engraved slides and hardwood grips get more attention than most production guns. The trigger pull is smooth out of the box by compact 1911 standards, and the night sights are a practical inclusion. Reliability with quality defensive ammunition is generally reported as solid.

The criticisms follow a familiar pattern for Kimber compacts. Price is the first one. This gun competes in a range where buyers expect near-perfection, and some owners report feeding issues with certain hollow-point profiles, which requires attention on a defensive carry gun. At 25 oz unloaded it's heavier than polymer-framed carry alternatives, and the all-metal frame demands more cleaning discipline than a striker-fired pistol. Some buyers also note that 1911 maintenance is more involved than they expected.

Overall the sentiment is positive among 1911 enthusiasts. The criticisms come mostly from buyers who would have been better served by a different platform.