Glock 22 features, specifications and benefits

2024 Author: Henry Conors | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-12 02:45

The gun produced by the Austrian company Glock, named after its founder, is very popular. In particular, in the United States, approximately 65% of police officers currently use the Glock 22. Various special forces use it. In Australia, it is in service with the New South Wales Police Force. It should also be noted that the Glock 19/23 Gen 4 22 lr in the USA has been converted. In addition, it is considered one of the most popular civilian weapons on the market.

Distinguishing Features

Among all models, this one was the first to use the.40 S&W cartridge. The purpose of creating this pistol was to increase the efficiency of shooting. The creators of the weapon ensured her achievement using a cartridge, which is characterized by a higher stopping power of a bullet, compared to the same 9mm Parabellum.

At the same time, the dimensions and weight of the pistol remained the same,like the Model 17. The.40 S&W cartridge, in terms of bullet stopping power and case width, can be considered an intermediate option between the 9mm Parabellum and.45 ACP. It perfectly combines such parameters as dimensions and shooting efficiency. Dual magazine pistols chambered in.40 S&W have a definite advantage over their counterparts chambered in.45 ACP. First of all, this refers to the width, so when hidden wearing they are less visible, more comfortable and not burdensome.

Weapon information

The Glock 22 Gen 4.40 Pistol features a modular rear strap design that allows it to be adjusted to fit hand size without changing the grip angle. It also has a Safe Action system, which consists of three independent automatic safety measures that help prevent an unintended shot. The barrel of the pistol is cold forged, the weapon itself has a reinforced polymer frame with Gen 4 texturing technology. Equipped with an auxiliary rail.

Glock 22 is based on the same medium size frame as the G 17 9mm and has only 34 pieces, showing the simplicity of the design. The pistol is also equipped with Glock's legendary safety action system.

The pistol grip is thin. The Gen 4 handle frame is modular, with interchangeable fins that can be replaced to fit each user's hand size. New, roughStreamlined texture on the front, back and sides of the handle provides increased control. Inside there is a new double (concentric) spring system that increases the life of the pistol. Another improvement is a larger, double-sided magazine catch that can be swapped to the other side of the frame for left-handed shooting in seconds.

Features

Distinguishing features:

1. Trigger pull: 5.5 pounds, or 2.5kg.
2. Adjusted to shoot both right and left hand.
3. Barrel length: 4.49 inches, or 11.4 cm.
4. Double action trigger mechanism.
5. Ammunition Type: Centerfire.
6. Caliber:.40.
7. Polygonal cutting of the barrel.
8. Weight: 22.75 ounces, or 645 grams (without magazine); 34.29 ounces or 972 grams (with magazine).
9. Total length: 7.95 inches or 20.2 cm. Height 5.43 inches (13.8 cm) and width 1.18 inches (3 cm).
10. Magazine capacity: 15 rounds.

Features and Benefits:

1. Reinforced resin frame with Gen 4 texturing technology.
2. Auxiliary rail enables modular installation of detachable parts.
3. Equipped with double return spring.

Not only does the durable polymer frame weigh less, it's also stronger than most metals, requires little maintenance and reduces recoil. The barrel is located much closer to the top of the hand, which directs the recoil momentummove straight back, not up and down. The polymer frame makes it nearly impervious to rust and corrosion.

Integrated Glock 22 rail gives enough space to mount lasers like the Viridian C5.

Ease of maintenance

This gun is easy to operate and maintain, no need for additional fine tuning. Another advantage is the ease of disassembly of the Glock 22 pistol. The only place where care must be taken is to ensure that the pistol is unloaded before starting the disassembly process. This is because the first step in this process is pulling the trigger, and unfortunately, some careless and/or improperly trained people have been the victims of accidental firing while the cartridge was left in the chamber. After the cartridge is removed from the chamber, the magazine is taken out, then the trigger is removed, after which it is possible to manipulate the latch of the handle, retract the slider as necessary, and pull it forward from the frame. After that, the recoil ejector spring is removed, and then the barrel. These steps are sufficient for normal gun cleaning.