The IWI MASADA M9ORP17T delivers professional-grade performance with its optics-ready platform and threaded barrel configuration. This striker-fired pistol addresses the demanding requirements of tactical applications while maintaining the reliability IWI built its reputation on.
What Makes This Different
The MASADA features a fully ambidextrous control layout that works seamlessly for both left and right-handed shooters. Unlike many polymer-framed pistols that compromise on modularity, this platform includes interchangeable backstraps and a MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail system. The button-rifled barrel with 1/2x28 threading accepts suppressors and muzzle devices without additional modifications.
Key Features
- Optics-ready slide with removable cover plate for direct red dot mounting
- 4.60-inch button-rifled steel barrel with 1/2x28 threading
- 17+1 capacity with steel magazines and witness holes
- Ambidextrous slide release, magazine release, and manual safety
- Aggressive slide serrations front and rear for positive manipulation
- MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail accommodates tactical lights and lasers
- Modular grip system with interchangeable backstraps
Field testing demonstrates consistent accuracy with various ammunition weights, while the low bore axis reduces muzzle flip during rapid fire sequences. The trigger system provides a clean break with tactical reset characteristics suitable for competitive shooting and duty applications. Weather sealing protects internal components from moisture and debris infiltration during extended outdoor use.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 17+1 rounds
- Barrel Length: 4.60 inches, button rifled with 1/2x28 threads
- Overall Length: 8.14 inches
- Height: 5.47 inches
- Width: 1.26 inches
- Weight: 25.4 ounces (unloaded)
- Frame Material: Reinforced polymer with steel inserts
- Finish: Black nitride coating on steel components
- Sights: Three-dot configuration, optics-ready slide
- Safety: Manual thumb safety, trigger safety, firing pin block
- Origin: Manufactured in Israel by Israel Weapon Industries
Professional users recognize the MASADA platform for its consistent performance across temperature extremes and ammunition types. The combination of proven Israeli engineering and American market requirements creates a tactical pistol that performs when reliability matters most.