Manufacturer announcement: 2026-08-26.
A Beretta-issued release distributed August 26 introduced the APX A1 Ported. The announcement describes a factory-ported barrel and slide, enlarged controls, an optics-ready slide and FDE or OD Green configurations.
Beretta says the model includes three magazines. The release also states that a compatible optics mounting plate is required and is not included with the pistol.
The manufacturer presents the design as intended to reduce muzzle rise and improve control. Those performance statements are attributed to Beretta. Gunfire has not conducted a range evaluation or verified the claimed effect.
The configuration is also listed in Beretta’s official firearm catalog. This update preserves the original August announcement, rather than describing it as an October launch. Readers can compare the dated release with the manufacturer’s current catalog; specifications and exact configurations may change over time.
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Sources & further reading
- Beretta — official tactical firearm catalog ↗
- Beretta-issued August 26 release, distributed by The Shooting Wire ↗
Original source publication: 2026-08-26.
Sources reviewed 2026-10-13.
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