Top 5 Handguns Police Prefer To Carry!

Published on January 17, 2025
Duration: 8:03

This video ranks the top 5 most popular handguns carried by US police departments, based on analysis of major departments. It highlights the FN 509, Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0, SIG Sauer P320, Glock 22 (.40 S&W), and Glock 17 (9mm) as leading choices, noting their design intent for law enforcement and civilian markets.

Quick Summary

The top 5 handguns most preferred by US police departments are the FN 509, Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0, SIG Sauer P320, Glock 22 (.40 S&W), and Glock 17 (9mm). This ranking is based on the firearms carried by the largest police departments across the country.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction to Police Sidearms
  2. 00:12Commonality Across Departments
  3. 00:30Ranking Methodology
  4. 01:12Number 5: FN 509
  5. 02:06Number 4: Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0
  6. 02:45Number 3: SIG Sauer P320
  7. 03:54Number 2: Glock 22 (.40 Caliber)
  8. 04:39Number 1: Glock 17
  9. 05:19Summary of Top Police Sidearms
  10. 05:52Common Features of Top Handguns

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top 5 handguns most preferred by US police departments?

The top 5 handguns most preferred by US police departments are the FN 509, Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0, SIG Sauer P320, Glock 22 (.40 S&W), and Glock 17 (9mm). This ranking is based on the firearms carried by the largest police departments across the country.

Which Glock models are most popular with law enforcement?

Glock models are highly popular with law enforcement, with the Glock 22 in .40 caliber ranking as the second most carried sidearm and the Glock 17 in 9mm holding the top spot as the most desired sidearm globally.

Are police handguns designed specifically for law enforcement?

Yes, many popular police sidearms, such as the FN 509 and Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0, are designed with law enforcement needs in mind. These firearms often also gain significant popularity in the civilian market.

What common features do popular police handguns share?

Popular police handguns commonly share features like double-stack magazines for higher capacity, semi-automatic operation for rapid firing, and often have grips designed for secure handling, such as carbon fiber grips.

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