
Glock · Pistol
Glock G40 Gen4 MOS
Short recoil (semi-automatic) · 10mm Auto · introduced 2015
Also known as G40, Glock 40, G40 MOS
About the Glock G40 Gen4 MOS
The Glock G40 Gen4 MOS is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in 10mm Auto, produced by Glock Ges.m.b.H. since 2015. This Austrian-manufactured firearm reflects the engineering traditions and quality standards of its country of origin, designed to meet the demands of both civilian and professional users in a competitive global marketplace. Featuring a 15-round magazine capacity, this pistol offers generous firepower for duty use and home defense. The striker-fired action provides a consistent trigger pull for every shot, simplifying training and reducing the manual of arms - a design philosophy that has become the dominant paradigm in modern defensive handguns. The 6.0-inch barrel maximizes accuracy potential and ballistic performance, making this an excellent choice for target shooting, competition, or field use. Weighing 798g (28.1 oz) empty, this firearm strikes a practical balance between manageable carry weight and sufficient mass to moderate felt recoil during shooting. The polymer frame construction reduces weight while providing a textured, ergonomic grip surface designed for secure handling in all conditions. This firearm represents its manufacturer's commitment to delivering a well-engineered, reliable product that serves the needs of discerning shooters seeking quality, accuracy, and dependable performance from a proven platform.
The Glock 40 was Glock's answer to the question 'what if we made the biggest, most powerful Glock possible?' With its 6-inch barrel and 10mm Auto chambering, the G40 MOS filled a niche that no other striker-fired polymer pistol occupied: a serious handgun hunting platform. In Alaska and bear country across the Pacific Northwest, the G40 became the go-to sidearm for outdoorsmen who wanted semi-automatic capacity and speed over the traditional revolver. Its combination of 15+1 rounds of full-power 10mm with a red dot optic gave backcountry travelers a defensive option that was both faster to deploy and easier to shoot accurately under stress than a heavy revolver.
Glock G40 Gen4 MOS specifications
General
- Type
- Pistol
- Action
- Short recoil (semi-automatic)
- Firing mechanism
- Striker-fired
- Trigger
- Safe action
- Trigger pull
- 2.4 kg (5.4 lb)
- Calibres
- 10mm Auto
- Magazine capacity
- 15 rounds
- Magazine
- Detachable box magazine
Dimensions
- Barrel length
- 153 mm (6.0 in)
- Overall length
- 241 mm (9.5 in)
- Height
- 139 mm (5.5 in)
- Width
- 33 mm (1.3 in)
- Weight (empty)
- 0.80 kg (1.76 lb)
- Weight (loaded)
- 1.18 kg (2.60 lb)
- Sight radius
- 208 mm (8.2 in)
Barrel
- Rifling twist
- 1:10 in (250 mm)
- Rifling
- Right hand
- Grooves
- 6
Materials
- Barrel
- Steel
- Receiver / frame
- Polymer
- Slide
- Steel
- Finish
- tenifer
Performance
- Muzzle velocity (typical)
- 400 m/s (1312 fps)
- Muzzle energy (typical)
- 933 J (688 ft·lb)
- Effective range
- 75 m
History
- Introduced
- 2015
- Production status
- In production
- Country of origin
- AT
- Designer
- Gaston Glock
Features
- Long slide
- Extended sight radius
- Modular optic system
- Accessory rail
- Hexagonal rifling
- Adjustable rear sight
- Interchangeable backstraps
- Dual recoil spring
- Reversible mag release
- Rough textured frame
Safety
- Trigger safety
- Firing pin safety
- Drop safety
The G40 is only available in Gen4 MOS configuration. The 6.02-inch barrel extracts roughly 15% more velocity from 10mm Auto ammunition compared to the standard 4.61-inch G20 barrel, pushing full-power loads past 1,300 fps with 180-grain bullets. The adjustable rear sight allows precise zeroing for longer-range hunting applications. The MOS system is particularly valuable on the G40 since the longer sight radius and hunting application make a red dot optic nearly essential. With hard-cast lead or bonded hollow-point ammunition, the G40 is capable of taking deer-sized game at handgun distances and provides credible defense against large North American predators including black bear.
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