Kansas City, Missouri– October 2026– New modular pistol platform combines adaptability, intuitive handling and proven CZ performance
CZ today announced the launch of the all-new CZ DUTY, a new generation of striker-fired pistols built on an adaptable, modular platform.
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Designed for serious use, the CZ DUTY brings together a serialized modular chassis, advanced safety features, refined ergonomics, an improved striker-fired trigger and a direct-mount optics system. The result is a pistol designed to adapt to the shooter while delivering the control, reliability and performance expected from CZ.
“The CZ DUTY represents a major step forward for our pistol lineup,” said Chris Sprangers, Director of Marketing for CZ-USA. “We didn’t set out to simply make another striker-fired pistol. DUTY was developed as a new platform from the ground up, giving shooters the modularity, safety and performance they expect while maintaining the characteristics that make it unmistakably CZ.”
At the heart of the CZ DUTY is its patented serialized modular chassis, which can be moved between compatible grip modules and configurations. This gives owners greater flexibility to configure the pistol around their needs and preferences.
Safety is built into the platform through a three-stage drop safety system, including drop, trigger and out-of-battery safeties. Manual-safety models add an ambidextrous safety, and the pistol can be disassembled without pulling the trigger.
The CZ DUTY also features a refined striker-fired trigger with smooth take-up, a defined wall, crisp break and short, tactile reset. Updated grip geometry, aggressive texturing and fully ambidextrous controls provide a secure and intuitive interface across a wide range of hand sizes.
A redesigned optics-ready system allows compatible red-dot optics to mount directly to the slide without a traditional adapter plate. A standardized pin system supports many common optic footprints, with aftermarket adapter plates available for additional compatible optics.
The CZ DUTY has undergone extensive endurance and environmental testing to validate reliability and durability under demanding conditions.
The CZ DUTY launches in four 9mm configurations:
- CZ DUTY 4.0C — Compact configuration with 15- and 17-round magazine compatibility
- CZ DUTY 4.0C MS — Compact configuration with ambidextrous manual safety
- CZ DUTY 4.0F — Full-size configuration with 17- and 19-round magazine compatibility
- CZ DUTY 4.0F MS — Full-size configuration with ambidextrous manual safety
All four models have an MSRP of $729 and will be available in the U.S. beginning October 6, 2026.
The CZ DUTY does not replace the CZ P-10 family. It establishes a new pistol platform within the CZ lineup and gives shooters another option for personal defense, professional use and everyday carry.
IT’S YOUR DUTY.
To learn more about the CZ DUTY and explore available configurations, visit CZFirearms.com.
About CZ
CZ is a globally recognized firearms manufacturer known for delivering innovative, reliable, and high-performance firearms for competition, sport shooting, personal defense, hunting, law enforcement, and military. In the United States, CZ operates from Kansas City, Kansas, serving as the exclusive importer, manufacturer, and distributor of CZ-branded firearms for the U.S. market. For more information, visit https://www.czfirearms.com/en-us or contact:
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