UNBOXING | GLOCK 30s GEN 3

Published on October 16, 2024
Duration: 9:22

This video provides an unboxing and initial impressions of the Glock 30S Gen 3. The presenter highlights its compact size, .45 ACP caliber, and Gen 3 features like finger grooves and a rail. He discusses potential recoil due to its size and caliber, compares its weight to a Glock 42, and touches on magazine capacity and grip.

Quick Summary

The Glock 30S Gen 3 is a compact .45 ACP pistol known for its 'short and stubby' profile, making it suitable for concealed carry. It features a Slimline frame, finger grooves, and a rail, but lacks front slide serrations and optic cuts found on newer generations. An empty Glock 30S weighs around 1.4 lbs, increasing to nearly 2 lbs when loaded with 10 rounds of .45 ACP.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Glocktober
  2. 00:16Unboxing the Glock 30S
  3. 00:49Included Accessories
  4. 01:35Glock 30S Features
  5. 01:52.45 ACP Ammunition Details
  6. 02:06Gen 3 Specifics
  7. 02:25Grip & Size Impressions
  8. 03:05Grip Texture Analysis
  9. 03:52Weight Comparison: Glock 30S vs Glock 42
  10. 04:13Weighing the Glock 30S
  11. 05:02Loaded Glock 30S Weight
  12. 05:37Loading Magazines
  13. 06:04Magazine Capacities
  14. 06:23Extended Magazine Comparison
  15. 07:02Why the Glock 30S?
  16. 07:33Glock 30S vs Glock 26
  17. 08:01Glock 30S Size Impression
  18. 08:35Glock 30S vs Glock 43X Comparison
  19. 09:11Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Glock 30S Gen 3?

The Glock 30S Gen 3 is a compact .45 ACP pistol featuring a Slimline frame, finger grooves, a rail for accessories, and a 3.78-inch barrel. It comes with two 10-round magazines and is known for its compact size despite firing a powerful round.

How does the Glock 30S Gen 3 compare in weight to other Glocks?

An empty Glock 30S with a magazine weighs approximately 1 lb 6.6 oz. When loaded with 10 rounds of .45 ACP, it reaches about 1 lb 14.1 oz. This is heavier than a loaded Glock 42 (.380 ACP), which weighs around 1 lb.

What caliber is the Glock 30S and what are its magazine capacities?

The Glock 30S is chambered in .45 ACP. It typically comes with two 10-round magazines. Extended magazines, such as a 13-round option, are also available, though they increase the firearm's overall profile.

What are the notable differences in the Gen 3 Glock 30S?

The Gen 3 Glock 30S includes finger grooves on the front strap and a Picatinny rail. However, it lacks front slide serrations and an optic cut, which are features found on later generations.

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