Stoeger Cougar 8040 F .40 S&W Compact – Two-Tone, DA/SA, Rotating-Barrel, 3.6 in Barrel, 11+1
The Stoeger Cougar 8040 F stands out as a compact, two-tone .40 S&W with a steel slide over a silver aluminum-alloy frame, built in Turkey and imported by Stoeger Industries. It features a short-recoil rotating-barrel system with a cold hammer-forged 3.6-inch barrel, fixed 3-dot sights, and an ambidextrous slide-mounted safety/decocker. This example includes two factory 11-round magazines and the Stoeger-branded hard case.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The pistol presents in great shape with minor scratches and blemishes visible on the exterior surfaces.
What’s Included
- Stoeger-branded factory hard case
- Two 11-round factory steel magazines marked "COUGAR .40 S&W"
This Cougar 8040 F uses a short-recoil rotating-barrel locking system designed to manage .40 S&W recoil efficiently. The cold hammer-forged 3.6-inch barrel contributes to durability and consistent accuracy. The slide is steel with a black finish, matched to a silver aluminum-alloy frame for a durable two-tone configuration.
Controls are straightforward and duty-focused: a DA/SA trigger, an external spurred hammer, and a left-side magazine release. The Type F ambidextrous slide-mounted safety/decocker and firing pin block provide clear, decisive manipulation and drop safety. Ambidextrous levers on the slide aid operation with either hand.
Sight alignment is quick and familiar via fixed 3-dot sights, with a white-dot front and two-dot rear. The frame has a smooth dust cover without an accessory rail (non-FT variant), keeping the compact profile clean and streamlined.
Ergonomics come from black polymer grip panels with Stoeger logo and checkering. The pistol measures approximately 7.1 inches in overall length and weighs about 32.5 ounces, balancing compact dimensions with a solid, controllable feel. Markings include "MADE IN TURKEY" and "IMPORTED BY STOEGER INDUSTRIES, INC. ACCK, MD USA."