The Rock Island Armory TAC Ultra FS HC is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9mm with a 5-inch barrel and a 16-round high-capacity magazine. It is built on the M1911 A2 platform and comes with Novak sights in a black finish. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Rock Island Armory 
• Model: TAC Ultra FS HC 
• Caliber: 9mm 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 16 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 5 in 
• Color/Finish: Black 
   

Detailed Features 

• 16-round high-capacity magazine in 9mm 
• 5-inch barrel on the M1911 A2 platform 
• Novak sights 
• Full-size frame in black finish 
• Single-action trigger

Rock Island Armory TAC Ultra FS HC owners in 9mm frequently point to the 16-round capacity as the main reason they chose this pistol over standard 1911 configurations. Getting that capacity in a familiar full-size 1911 A2 package appeals to shooters who want the ergonomics without the capacity trade-off.

The Novak sights are consistently mentioned as a practical upgrade over basic 1911 sights, and the overall build quality gets positive remarks for the price range. The trigger gets mixed feedback: experienced 1911 shooters tend to appreciate the single-action feel, while some owners report wanting a lighter pull out of the box.

The value-to-feature ratio is the TAC Ultra FS HC's main selling point according to most owner discussions. The common criticism is fit-and-finish inconsistencies that vary from unit to unit, which some owners address with aftermarket work while others find their example requires no changes.