G43X
The G43X is subcompact 9mm.
It comes with a 10 round magazine. This enough for most self-defense needs.
It has Gen5 features. One these features is the nDLC finish. Glock says ir prevents scratches and corrosion better previously used finishes. The G43X also includes the GLOCK marksman barrel for improved accuracy. This barrel has improved rifling and a crown in the front.
There is no rail for attaching a laser or light.
Caliber | Magazine | Weight | Width | Length | Accessory Rail |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
9mm |
10 |
18.70 oz / 530 g |
1.10 in / 28 mm |
6.06 in / 154 mm |
No |
G48
The G48 is a compact 9mm. This give it a longer sight radius than the G43X. It also weighs more. These are the biggest differences from the G43X.
Comes with a 10 round magazine.
It has the nDLC finish and the GLOCK marksman barrel.
There is no rail for attaching a laser or light.
Caliber | Magazine | Weight | Width | Length | Accessory Rail |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
9mm |
10 |
18.70 oz / 530 g |
1.10 in / 28 mm |
6.06 in / 154 mm |
No |
G26 Gen 5
The Gen 5 G26 is subcompact 9mm.
Unlike the the pistols above, it features all Gen 5 updates. These include the new finish and barrel. Also, the magazine well flares for easier insertion of the magazine.
There is no rail for attaching a laser or light.
Caliber | Magazine | Weight | Width | Length | Accessory Rail |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
9mm |
10 |
21.69 oz / 615 g |
1.30 in / 33 mm |
6.42 in / 163 mm |
No |
G19 Gen 5
Unlike the other 9mm, this Glock is compact. This makes it larger and heavy, but it’s good weight for those who don’t mind.
It comes with a standard 15 round magazine, and a longer sight distance than the subcompacts.
It has a rail for lights and lasers
Caliber | Magazine | Weight | Width | Length | Accessory Rail |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
9mm |
15 |
21.52 oz / 610 g |
1.34 in / 34 mm |
7.28 in / 185 mm |
Yes |
G27 Gen 4
Want something that hits and kicks harder than 9mm?
The G27 Gen 4 is subcompact chambered in .40 caliber.
While I am a huge fan of 9mm. Given how few bullets are used in self-defense, it makes sense to consider a .40 caliber over 9mm.
There is no rail for attaching a laser or light.
Caliber | Magazine | Weight | Width | Length | Accessory Rail |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
.40 |
9 |
19.40 oz / 550 g |
1.26 in / 32 mm |
6.42 in / 163 mm |
No |
G42
This is the lightest and smallest gun Glock makes.
This subcompact 380 is for those who value comfort more than bragging rights.
It comes with a single stack 6 round magazine.
There is no rail for attaching a laser or light.
Caliber | Magazine | Weight | Width | Length | Accessory Rail |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
.380 Auto |
6 |
12.17 oz / 345 g |
.98 in / 25 mm |
5.94 in / 151 mm |
No |
G30SF
Do you want small gun that makes big holes?
Then the G30SF is for you. It’s a subcompact chambered in 45 ACP
The magazine springs are very stiff from the factory. You might have to go with 9 rounds until the spring gets broken in.
It has a rail for lights and lasers.
Caliber | Magazine | Weight | Width | Length | Accessory Rail |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
.45 ACP |
10 |
23.81 oz / 675 g |
1.38 in / 35 mm |
6.97 in / 177 mm |
Yes |