Glock 47 Overview

Published on December 3, 2024
Duration: 7:23

This video provides a comprehensive overview of the Glock 47, a 9mm handgun developed for US Customs and Border Protection and now available commercially. It highlights its modularity, combining Glock 17 barrel length and sight radius with a frame that accepts Glock 19 Gen 5 slides due to a shortened dust cover. The MOS (Modular Optic System) plate system is a key feature, allowing for various optic footprints.

Quick Summary

The Glock 47 is a full-size 9mm handgun featuring the MOS system for optics and enhanced modularity. It combines the Glock 17's barrel length and sight radius with a frame compatible with Glock 19 Gen 5 slides, offering users flexibility in customization.

Chapters

  1. 01:11Introduction to the Glock 47
  2. 01:21Glock 47: A Modular 9mm Handgun
  3. 01:53Origin: Developed for US Customs and Border Protection
  4. 02:11Key Differences: Frame and Slide Compatibility
  5. 02:38Modularity Explained: Mixing and Matching Glock Parts
  6. 03:09Personal Purchase Rationale: Battle Belt Setup
  7. 03:50Ergonomics and Gen 5 Features
  8. 04:11MOS Plate Adapter System
  9. 04:48Ambidextrous Slide Release
  10. 05:17Range Performance and Reliability
  11. 05:30Ammunition Tested
  12. 05:51Round Count and Future Use
  13. 06:14Optics and Battle Belt Considerations
  14. 06:37Plain Jane Workhorse Design
  15. 06:51Viewer Thoughts and Comparison to Glock 17 MOS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Glock 47 and how does it differ from the Glock 17?

The Glock 47 is a full-size 9mm handgun that shares the Glock 17's barrel length and sight radius but features a frame designed to accept Glock 19 Gen 5 slides due to a shortened dust cover. This offers enhanced modularity.

What is the primary advantage of the Glock 47's modular design?

The Glock 47's modularity allows users to mix and match components, such as using Glock 19 Gen 5 slides on its frame, which is particularly beneficial for law enforcement and those seeking customized firearm configurations.

What is the MOS system on the Glock 47?

The MOS (Modular Optic System) on the Glock 47 is an adapter plate system that enables the easy mounting of various red dot sights. It comes with interchangeable plates to accommodate different optic footprints.

How does the Glock 47 perform in terms of reliability?

The Glock 47 has demonstrated excellent reliability, functioning flawlessly with a variety of 9mm ammunition types, including 115, 124, and 147 grain rounds, reinforcing Glock's reputation for dependable firearms.

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