Glock 21
Glock Ges.m.b.H. · Pistol · Discontinued
Also known as: 21
Overview
The Glock Ges.m.b.H. 21 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in .45 ACP, manufactured by Glock Ges.m.b.H..
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1090 g (38.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 216 mm (8.50") |
| Barrel Length | 127 mm (5.00") |
| Height | 140 mm (5.51") |
| Width | 34 mm (1.34") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Trigger Pull | 27 N (6.1 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 260 m/s (853 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 477 J (352 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Slide Material | Stainless Steel |
| Barrel Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Stainless |
Calibers
- .45 ACP · primary — also known as .45 Auto, 45 ACP, 11.43x23mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Features: Accessory Rail, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Textured Grip, Reversible Magazine Release, Striker Fired, Stainless Steel Slide, Polymer Frame, Interchangeable Backstraps
Origin
Country of origin: Austria
Notes
Factory finish: stainless.
Background
Founded in 1963, Glock Ges.m.b.H. has built a reputation in the firearms industry through consistent innovation and quality, earning the trust of shooters who demand reliability in their chosen defensive and sporting firearms.