Glock 26 Gen5
- Category
- Pistol
- Barrel
- 87 mm
- Weight, empty
- 615 g
- Introduced
- 2018
About
What it is, and why it matters
The Glock 26 Gen5 is a subcompact semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum, widely known as the 'Baby Glock.' Introduced in January 2018 as part of Glock's fifth-generation lineup, it builds upon the original Glock 26 platform that debuted in 1995 as Glock's first subcompact offering. The Gen5 features the Glock Marksman Barrel (GMB) with enhanced polygonal rifling and an improved barrel crown for better accuracy, the nDLC (diamond-like carbon) finish for superior durability and corrosion resistance, removal of finger grooves for a universally adaptable grip, an ambidextrous slide stop lever, and a flared magazine well for faster reloads. With an overall length of just 163mm and a 10-round standard capacity, the G26 Gen5 is purpose-built for concealed carry, serving as both a primary everyday carry pistol and a backup weapon for law enforcement officers. It accepts all double-stack Glock 9mm magazines including 12, 15, 17, 19, 24, and 33-round variants, providing exceptional ammunition versatility for its size class.
The Glock 26 earned the affectionate nickname 'Baby Glock' when it debuted in 1995 as the company's first subcompact pistol. Its ability to accept all larger Glock 9mm magazines -- from 12-round to 33-round -- gives it unmatched ammunition versatility for a gun small enough to fit in a pocket.
The Glock 26 Gen5 does not include an accessory rail, unlike its larger siblings the Glock 17 Gen5 and Glock 19 Gen5. The Gen5 MOS (Modular Optic System) variant adds precision-machined slide cuts for mounting miniature red dot optics. Weight without magazine is 559g (19.72 oz); the 615g spec includes the empty magazine. Standard magazine capacity is 10 rounds, but the G26 is backwards-compatible with all Glock 9mm double-stack magazines (15, 17, 19, 24, and 33 rounds) via grip extensions or flush-fit in larger magazines. Muzzle velocity and energy figures are based on 124-grain FMJ ammunition from the 87mm barrel; shorter barrel length yields approximately 50 fps less than the 102mm barrel of the Glock 19. The Glock 26 is one of the most popular subcompact pistols for concealed carry in the United States and is commonly issued as a backup or off-duty weapon by law enforcement agencies.
Specification
Everything measured
IdentityWhat it is, who built it and when.
- Manufacturer
- Glock Ges.m.b.H.
- Category
- Pistol
- Country
- Austria
- Status
- In production
- Produced
- 2018
DimensionsAs issued, without a magazine or an optic.
- Barrel
- 87 mm
- Overall length
- 163 mm
- Height
- 106 mm
- Width
- 33 mm
- Sight radius
- 137 mm
- Weight, empty
- 615 g
- Weight, loaded
- 739 g
ActionHow it cycles, what trips it, and what feeds it.
- Action
- Short recoil
- Firing mechanism
- Striker fired
- Trigger
- Safe action
- Trigger pull
- 26.0 N
- Capacity
- 10
- Magazine
- Detachable box
MaterialsEach swatch is the material itself, not a colour chosen to stand for it.
- Frame
- Polymer
- Slide
- Steel
- Barrel
- Steel
- Finish
- NDLC
BallisticsFrom the service cartridge, not a handload.
- Muzzle velocity
- 338 m/s
- Muzzle energy
- 425 J
- Effective range
- 50 m
- Maximum range
- 1800 m
Trajectory
What the round does downrange
Solved from the muzzle figures and the bullet. The dashed rule is the effective range on the record, and the crosses are the steps the solver returned.
Features
What it has
What the record lists as fitted, drawn from the catalogue.
Ambidextrous slide stop
Reversible mag release
Flared mag well
Marksman barrel
Rough textured frame
Front serrations
No finger grooves
Standing
How it compares
Each figure against the firearms of the same type and cartridge that record it, or of the same type where that cartridge has too few. Positions are read to the nearest tenth.
| Measurement | This firearm | Median | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Empty weightAmong 560 9x19mm Parabellum pistols | 615 g | 765 g | Lighter than about 80% |
| Overall lengthAmong 559 9x19mm Parabellum pistols | 163 mm | 191 mm | Shorter than about 90% |
| Barrel lengthAmong 569 9x19mm Parabellum pistols | 87 mm | 105 mm | Shorter than about 90% |
| Magazine capacityAmong 571 9x19mm Parabellum pistols | 10 | 15 | Holds fewer rounds than about 80% |
Answers
Questions about the Glock 26 Gen5
How much does the Glock 26 Gen5 weigh?
The Glock 26 Gen5 weighs 615 g (1.36 lb) empty and 739 g (1.63 lb) loaded.
What caliber is the Glock 26 Gen5?
The Glock 26 Gen5 is chambered in 9x19mm Parabellum.
How many rounds does the Glock 26 Gen5 hold?
The Glock 26 Gen5 holds 10 rounds, fed from a detachable box magazine.
How long is the Glock 26 Gen5?
The Glock 26 Gen5 is 163 mm (6.42 in) long overall, with a 87 mm (3.43 in) barrel.
Who makes the Glock 26 Gen5?
The Glock 26 Gen5 is made by Glock Ges.m.b.H. (Austria). It was designed by Gaston Glock.
When was the Glock 26 Gen5 introduced?
The Glock 26 Gen5 was introduced in 2018.
How does the Glock 26 Gen5 operate?
The Glock 26 Gen5 uses a short recoil action, and its firing mechanism is striker fired.
Compatibility
Which parts fit this firearm
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Provenance
What the record holds
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In service
- United States Drug Enforcement Administration
- United States
- United States Federal Air Marshal Service
- United States
- Various U.S. State and Local Police Departments
- United States
- Austrian Federal Police
- Austria
- Norwegian Police Service
- Norway
Provenance
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API
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