The MAC Cerberus 2011 is a double-stack 1911-pattern pistol chambered in 9mm Luger with a 4.4-inch barrel. It holds 17+1 rounds and comes optics-ready with an RMR footprint cut into the slide. The pistol is built by Military Arms Corporation with a QPQ-finished slide in black and a full-size frame. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Military Arms Corporation 
• Model: Cerberus 2011 
• Caliber: 9mm Luger 
• Action: Single Action Only 
• Capacity: 17+1 
• Barrel Length: 4.4 inches 
• Finish: QPQ, Black 
   

Detailed Features 

• Double-stack 2011-style frame that pairs a 1911 trigger system with higher magazine capacity 
• Slide is cut to an RMR footprint for direct-mount red-dot optics 
• QPQ finish on the slide for a durable black finish 
• Picatinny rail molded into the dust cover for mounting lights or lasers 
• Push-button guide rod allows tool-less takedown, and the pistol ships with two magazines and an optic mounting plate

Double-stack 1911 pistols like the Cerberus draw a lot of comparison to other 2011-style guns, and reception generally comes down to fit and finish out of the box. Owners who like the format point to a crisp, short single-action trigger pull carried over from the 1911 design, now paired with a wider grip that holds more rounds. Complaints usually focus on the learning curve of a metal-frame, single-action pistol for shooters coming from a polymer striker-fired gun.

Ergonomics get generally positive marks. The double-stack grip fills the hand well for larger-handed shooters, and having the slide already cut for a red-dot saves a trip to a gunsmith. Some owners note the extra width and steel content make it heavier to carry all day compared to a polymer nine, which is the usual trade-off with this style of gun.

On value, buyers weigh the Cerberus against other double-stack 1911-pattern pistols on price and included accessories. Having spare magazines and an optic plate in the box is appreciated since red-dot pistols often need those purchased separately. The aftermarket for 1911-pattern parts is deep, so most owners find holsters, sights, and grips easy to source even for a less mainstream brand.