The HK VP9L SCS delivers enhanced accuracy and versatility through its extended 5-inch polygonal rifled barrel and factory optics-ready slide configuration. This striker-fired pistol combines Heckler & Koch's proven VP9 platform with competition-focused features that elevate performance for serious shooters.
What Makes This Different
The SCS (Steel Cowitness Sight) system sets this VP9L apart from standard optics-ready pistols by maintaining backup iron sights that cowitness with mounted red dot optics. The 5-inch barrel extends sight radius compared to the standard 4.09-inch VP9, while lightening cuts in the slide reduce reciprocating mass for faster follow-up shots. Factory optics cuts accommodate popular red dot sights without requiring custom machining.
Key Features
- 5-inch cold hammer-forged polygonal rifled barrel for enhanced accuracy and barrel life
- Steel slide with lightening cuts and integrated optics mounting system
- 20+1 capacity with included steel magazines
- Interchangeable backstrap system accommodates different hand sizes
- Picatinny accessory rail for tactical lights and lasers
- Ambidextrous slide releases and magazine release lever
- HK's VP striker firing system with consistent 5.4-pound trigger pull
The extended barrel length delivers measurably improved ballistic performance, with standard 115-grain 9mm achieving approximately 50-75 fps higher velocities than compact variants. Competition shooters benefit from the increased sight radius and reduced muzzle flip, while the optics-ready configuration supports rapid target acquisition in tactical applications. The polymer frame construction maintains durability while keeping overall weight manageable for extended use.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 20+1 rounds
- Barrel Length: 5.0 inches
- Overall Length: 8.6 inches
- Height: 5.6 inches
- Width: 1.3 inches
- Weight: Approximately 28 ounces (unloaded)
- Frame Material: Reinforced polymer with steel inserts
- Slide Material: Steel with black finish
- Sights: Steel cowitness sights, optics ready
- Safety: Trigger safety, firing pin block, drop safety
- Made in Germany
This VP9L SCS represents HK's commitment to precision manufacturing and practical innovation. The combination of German engineering, extended barrel performance, and modern optics compatibility creates a platform that performs consistently across competitive shooting and professional applications.