Kahr CM40 Complete Specs and Full Gun Specifications

The CM Series, which debuted in spring 2011 with the CM9, takes the value priced features from Kahr's CW series (3.6" barrel, 9 mm, .40 S&W and .45 ACP models) and incorporates these features into a smaller 3" barrel package. The CM4043 has the same external dimensions as the PM4043, which make it ideal for concealed carry by licensed civilians and law enforcement personnel. The CM4043 is chambered in a .40 S&W caliber, has a 3.1" barrel and an overall length of 5.47", with a height of 4.0". The pistol weighs in at 15.8 ounces plus 1.9 ounces for the stainless steel magazine. Differences between the CM models and PM models include: the CM4043 has a conventional rifled barrel instead of the match grade polygonal barrel on Kahr's PM series; the CM slide stop lever is MIM (metal-injection-molded) instead of machined; the CM series slide has fewer machining operations and uses simple roll marking instead of engraved markings; and finally, the CM series are shipped with one magazine instead of two magazines. The CM40 boasts real sights, which are drift adjustable in the rear and a pinned-in polymer front sight featuring a white bar-dot configuration. Finally, the slide does lock back after firing the last round - another feature missing on a number of other value priced compact semi-auto pistols. The CM40 slide is machined from solid 416 stainless steel with a matte finish and is only .94 inch wide. Each gun is shipped with one 5 rd stainless steel magazine with a flush floorplate. Magazines are made in the USA, plasma welded, tumbled to remove burrs and feature Wolff Gunsprings. The magazine catch in the polymer frame is all metal and will not wear out on the stainless steel magazine after many uses.
89
out of 10
24 Positive, 0 Mixed & 0 Negative
from 24 Reviews
Retail Price:
$336.09
Used Price:
$235.26
Sale Price:
$235.26

Product Specifications

Brand Kahr Arms
Category Handguns
Action Double Action Only
Caliber .40 S&W
Capacity 5+1
Finish Stainless Steel Slide
Gun Type Pistol
Sights Adjustable

Kahr CM40 Reviews

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bmsa
February 9, 2022
100

Love this gun! Perfect size and weight. Fits perfect in most of my pants pockets which makes this a brilliant CW coupled with good ammo gives you plenty of confidence in a tough situation.

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Doc
February 9, 2022
40

Sorry. I purchased the CM40 in 2018 and really wanted to like this pistol -- size and accuracy were great. Recoil was manageable. BUT, too many failures to feed (all sorts of ammo -- although it seemed to like Liberty Civil Defense fairly well), and now t

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KIM K H
February 9, 2022
100

Damm good " EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT " for a damm good price purchased it back when it was $289. Yes it was very tight and super stiff out of the box, but did a lot of review watching on this model and PM40 model. More good reviews than bad reviews, the most h

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Gerard F
February 9, 2022
100

Great little pistol Great prices EXCELLENT A+++++ service again from Buds Also a shout out to the FFL guy Curt Tuttle he provides First class service!

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Carol S
February 9, 2022
100

I've put about 250 rounds through this pistol so I feel pretty comfortable reviewing it now. Anybody looking at this pistol obviously wants a very small gun with a big punch and the CM40 definitely delivers. The gun was delivered quickly (thanks Buds) and

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Rocky L
February 9, 2022
80

The gun itself arrived in perfect condition,flawless!!!,a true pocket rocket.Took it to the range ,after 50 rounds the only issue being a long trigger pull that I'm sure I'll get used to.Dont get me wrong it's not as much of a pleasure to shoot as my XD40

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Lawson M
February 9, 2022
100

I bought this pistol from Bud's two years ago and am very impressed with it. It was deemed my official Summer ccw to replace my g27 after i gave it a chance to prove it's reliability and function to me. Kahr reccomends a 200 round break in period. 3rd mag

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Thomas N
February 9, 2022
100

Happy Camper with both CM40 & CM9....Thanks Buds!

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Russell T
February 9, 2022
100

I am surprised that I don't really hear about these little Kahrs, as this is on of the only true pocket .40s that I am aware of. Make no mistake, this is a true pocket gun- I carry this pistol exclusively in my right front pocket with a Blackhawk! #3 in-t

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Ian M
February 9, 2022
100

Bought this gun due to its small size and weight. Even though I have other subcompact guns for conceal carry purposes (Glock 27 and Taurus PT24/7 G2 compact 45 ACP) I would find myself attracted to my Taurus mini PT738 and carry it almost on daily basis.

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Martin K
February 9, 2022
100

Picked this up due to my experience with my Kahr PM-9 and CM-9 and both of them have been flawless for me. This new CM-40 is the same, great fit and finish and smooth right out of the box. Good gun, good price! As always Buds was great to deal with! AAA +

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Malcolm L
February 9, 2022
100

The first 150ish rounds had some issues, but after that no major problems. The trigger brake does get slack (farther pull needed) if the weapon is dirty. It dose need cleaning after every 50 rounds. I believe this to be good for a CCW. The first six round

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Brad D
February 9, 2022
100

Buds was awesome as usual. I selected the e-check option, so it took longer to receive my firearm, but Buds topped it off by shipping next day air. Amazing customer service! Now to the Kahr CM40...Love this gun!! I've never owned a Kahr, but I've always l

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Gwen A
February 9, 2022
20

Well, I have no choice but to give this pistol the review it deserves.Bud's is great-product arrived at my FFL dealer's quickly and without issue. The pistol appeared to be okay, but after I got it home the issues started. It absolutely won't feed a round

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Barry T
February 9, 2022
60

No problem with purchasing this gun from Bud's, but I did have a problem with the Kahr CM40 before firing a single shot. The problem was with the trigger. Kahrs have a striker firing mechanism, and in order to get the striker to release, I had to pull the

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Kinkee
February 9, 2022
100

Received gun today and immediately took it to the range. Put 155 rds through it and I'm very impressed. Zero misfires and my groupings were tight. The gun has some pop to it, but it's to be expected with such a compact .40 cal. Definitely would recommend.

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Billy
February 9, 2022
60

Firearm arrived pristine and functioned flawlessly for 50 rounds.....UNTIL.... The magazine follower shatterd like cheap plastic...

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Lorrence T
February 9, 2022
100

First gun from Buds they were awsome wont be my last. The CM40 is a great little gun and i mean little and it packs a punch i have had no issues with mine shoots great accurate and has not FTF, or FTE problems to date and im still a little shy of Kahr's r

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Farmer AL
February 9, 2022
100

Awesome service from Bud's. Awesome gun from Kahr. 40 cal is great in this gun. Kicks harder than the CM9 obviously, but not as hard as a Ruger LCP 380. The LCP is much more brutal and has a less powerful bullet.

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prock48
February 9, 2022
100

Very nice gun to carry for you concealed carry gun. Shots great , bought 180 grain self defense amo and shot extremly well.

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mascott
February 9, 2022
100

I ordered this pistol on 10-22-2012 and recieved it in two days. A fast shipping from Buds and this is the second pistol i have ordered from Buds. And the Kahr CM40 i took to the gun range. And i put a 160 rounds in it and it was flawless. No jams what so

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chase p
February 9, 2022
80

Very happy with my Kahr, fills my needs perfectly. Compact and easy to conceal. Price was right as well. Pros great trigger nice looking gun small good price feels awesome in my hand Cons milling marks on slide under notch for slide lock only 1 clip (knew

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Steve J
February 9, 2022
100

I just recently purchased this KAHR .40 cal. I put 200 rounds of cheap Tul ammo through it with no jams. The trigger is great, but the felt recoil is very stiff. I think with the 6 round extended magazine it will make it more controllable. No complaints,

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Tita C
February 9, 2022
100

This is an Excellent Firearm, No FTF or FTE Fired FMJ and JHP with flawless performance. Easy to conceal for ccw, just a great firearm. Thank you Gurney and The Entire Bud's Crew for the easy ordering process as Always Bud's Rocks!

Kahr CM40 Questions and Answers

Asked by Andrew Seymour 5 years ago

It there a extended clip available?

Unknown 6 years ago

Yes, it will say (Made In USA Glock, Inc.. Smyrna GA) - http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MJ6g2SX17EY/Ug5NNtimCRI/AAAAAAAADI8/xw2P9VDo8tE/s1600/frame+close.jpg

Asked by Andrew Seymour 5 years ago

Cm40

Unknown 6 years ago

I only see small white lettering that says .357 etc. I also see small round holes like where the pin holds the sight in place. Maybe one other pin under it. But no white spots on these.

Kahr CM40 Price History