Glock G45 Gen6

About the Glock G45 Gen6

The Glock G45 Gen6 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, produced by Glock Ges.m.b.H. since 2026. 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 17-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 4.0-inch barrel provides an excellent balance between sight radius and portability, making it equally suitable for duty carry and recreational shooting. Weighing 601g (21.2 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 G45 Gen6 brought Glock's most popular duty crossover into the modern era. The original G45 was already the duty Glock that 'should have existed all along,' and the Gen6 refinements addressed every remaining criticism: the flat-face trigger eliminated the curved shoe that felt dated, the palm swell and thumb ledges improved ergonomics to match purpose-built competitors, and factory optics plates made the MOS premium obsolete. For law enforcement agencies already running the G45 Gen5, the Gen6 offered a compelling upgrade path with full holster compatibility.

Glock G45 Gen6 specifications

The Gen6 G45 was one of three launch models for the Gen6 platform (alongside the G17 and G19). MSRP is $745, matching the Gen5 MOS pricing while including optics capability as standard. The factory optic plates support RMR, Shield/DeltaPoint Pro/Holosun K, and C-More pattern footprints with a lower bore-axis optic mounting position. The single recoil spring assembly replaces the Gen4/Gen5 dual-spring RSA. The metal slide cover plate replaces the previous plastic version. Two backstrap insert sizes are included for grip customization.