Selected Handgun Detail

Manufacturer
	Glock Ges.m.b.H. More Info

About the Gun

Crossover striker-fired 9mm pistol that pairs a compact-length slide and barrel with a full-size frame supporting 17-round magazines, incorporating the same Gen6 updates seen across the initial lineup.

Production

Production began in 2026 and is currently ongoing.

Market value

Current MSRP is $745.

Cartridge Specifications
Cartridge:	9 mm Luger
Alias:	9 mm Parabellum
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Analysis

The Glock G45 Gen6 frame includes an integrated enlarged beavertail, palm swells on the sides and front strap, extended thumb rest areas with added texturing, and an aggressively undercut trigger guard to support a higher hand position. The RTF6 grip texture combines patterns for expanded coverage, including the thumb rest region. A flat-faced trigger is standard, complemented by refined front and rear slide serrations. The pistol ships optic-ready through the Gen6 mounting system, which provides three dedicated plates for various optic footprints. Compatibility persists with many legacy holsters and magazines, though barrel and certain frame components are not interchangeable with Gen5 parts. The Gen6 changes on the G45 configuration address demands for better control in a hybrid package that combines full-grip handling with reduced slide length for concealment or maneuverability. The palm swell, extended beavertail, and RTF6 texture improve purchase and consistency during recoil, particularly in rapid strings or extended sessions, while the undercut trigger guard and flat-faced trigger facilitate uniform finger placement across different hand sizes. The dedicated optic system lowers the mounting height and simplifies installation compared to prior MOS setups, though the use of polymer plates and direct-slide mounting reduces some part interchangeability with earlier generations. These adjustments represent targeted refinements to the established crossover formula, drawing from user input on ergonomics and optics preferences without altering the platform's core reliability or magazine ecosystem.