Glock V Model Torture Test (Is It Just As Good ???)

Published on November 24, 2025
Duration: 26:46

This video from Kentucky Ballistics puts the Glock 19 Gen 5 and a variant referred to as 'Gen V' through a rigorous torture test. The test includes endurance firing, drop tests, water submersion, and extreme environmental challenges like mud and sand. The host, Scott DeShields, demonstrates high-level expertise in destructive firearm testing, concluding that both models exhibit legendary Glock reliability despite minor design differences.

Quick Summary

The Glock 19 Gen 5 and a 'Gen V' variant underwent rigorous torture tests including 100-round endurance firing, drop tests, water submersion, and burial in mud and sand. While mud caused some cycling issues, both models proved exceptionally reliable, confirming the platform's legendary durability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Model Comparison
  2. 05:08100-Round Endurance Test
  3. 07:46Drop Testing
  4. 09:22Water Immersion Test
  5. 11:12Dirt and Mud Torture Test
  6. 14:47Sand Test and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Glock 19 Gen 5 perform in a mud torture test?

During the mud torture test, both the Glock 19 Gen 5 and the 'Gen V' model experienced trigger reset issues and cycling failures due to the thick mud fouling the internal mechanisms, requiring manual clearing.

What were the key differences noted between the Glock 19 Gen 5 and the 'Gen V' model?

The primary differences highlighted were the shape of the backplate (rounded on Gen 5, tapered with a notch on 'Gen V') and the internal slide geometry near the firing pin channel, which was narrower on the 'Gen V'.

Did the Glock 19 Gen 5 pass the water submersion test?

Yes, the Glock 19 Gen 5 successfully passed the water submersion test. After being submerged in a natural creek for five minutes, it cycled through a full magazine without any hydro-locking or mechanical failures.

What was the overall conclusion regarding the Glock 19 Gen 5's reliability after the torture test?

The overall conclusion was that the Glock 19 Gen 5, despite minor design variations compared to the 'Gen V' model, demonstrated legendary Glock reliability throughout the extreme torture tests, including endurance firing, drops, water, mud, and sand.

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