Four Glock pistols laid side by side for size comparison, including a two-tone model with a tan frame

Glock Sizes Compared

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Full size, compact and subcompact Glock pistols side by side.

Four Glock pistols laid side by side for size comparison, including a two-tone model with a tan frame
  1. 1
    Full size
    Longest grip and barrel, easiest to shoot well, hardest to conceal.
  2. 2
    Compact
    A shorter grip and slide that still fits most hands, a common carry choice.
  3. 3
    Subcompact
    Small enough for deep concealment, with a shorter sight radius and more felt recoil.
  4. 4
    Shared parts
    Many Glock models share magazines and parts within a caliber, which keeps ownership simple.
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