Glock G23 V MOS
Glock Ges.m.b.H. · Pistol · In Production · 2025
Also known as: G23V MOS, Glock 23 V MOS, G23 V-Series MOS
Overview
The Glock G23 V MOS is the optics-ready variant of the G23 V compact .40 S&W pistol, featuring the Modular Optic System (MOS) slide that is precision-machined to accept popular red dot sight footprints. Released in 2025 as part of Glock's V-series lineup, it combines all the improvements of the G23 V -- the Glock Marksman Barrel, nDLC finish, front serrations, ambidextrous slide stop, and flared magazine well -- with the ability to directly mount micro red dot optics for faster target acquisition. The MOS configuration slightly increases the sight radius to 156mm (6.14 inches) compared to the standard G23 V's 152mm due to the taller suppressor-height iron sights that co-witness with mounted optics. The pistol retains the standard 13+1 capacity and accepts all Glock .40 S&W double-stack magazines. The G23 V MOS is designed for shooters and law enforcement officers who want the proven .40 S&W platform enhanced with modern optics capability.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 756 g (26.7 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 974 g (34.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 185 mm (7.28") |
| Barrel Length | 102 mm (4.02") |
| Height | 129 mm (5.08") |
| Width | 34 mm (1.34") |
| Sight Radius | 156 mm (6.14") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Striker Fired |
| Trigger Type | Safe Action |
| Trigger Pull | 26 N (5.8 lbf) |
| Magazine Capacity | 13 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 308 m/s (1010 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 546 J (403 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 1500 m (1640 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 250 mm (9.84") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | NDLC |
Calibers
- .40 S&W · primary — also known as .40 Smith & Wesson, 10x22mm
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Trigger Safety, Firing Pin Safety, Drop Safety
- Features: Compact Frame, Modular Optic System, Optics Ready, Glock Marksman Barrel, Ndlc Finish, Front Slide Serrations, Ambidextrous Slide Stop, Reversible Mag Release, Flared Mag Well, No Finger Grooves, Modular Backstrap System, Accepts Glock 22 Magazines
Base model
Service history
Operators
- U.S. Law Enforcement (Various Departments)
- U.S. Civilian Concealed Carry
Production
Production years: 2025-present
V-series MOS production began 2025 alongside the standard G23 V.
Origin
Country of origin: Austria
Designer: Gaston Glock
Notes
The MOS variant shares identical dimensions and weight with the standard G23 V, differing only in the milled slide top and included optic mounting plates. The taller MOS iron sights provide a longer sight radius of 156mm vs 152mm on the standard model. Ships with adapter plates for common red dot footprints. Weight without magazine is 687g (24.23 oz), same as the standard G23 V. The MOS system adds no significant weight as material is removed from the slide to create the optic mounting surface.
Background
The MOS system on .40 S&W Glocks addresses a long-standing request from competitive shooters and law enforcement agencies that remained committed to the .40 caliber. Red dot optics on the compact G23 platform help mitigate one of the .40 S&W's perceived weaknesses -- the snappier recoil making follow-up shots slower than with 9mm -- by allowing shooters to track the dot through recoil and get back on target faster.