About Glock 22: History & Specifications

 The Glock 22 is considered a pistol by the United States law enforcement agencies. It is a .40 caliber gun introduced in 1990 at the S.H.O.T Show.

This firearm fills the gap between the .45 charges and the well-known 9X19mm service calibers. Glock was the first firearms manufacturer to make such a pistol available to law enforcement agencies, as it does fulfill all of the needs in terms of power and easy handling. 

Today, the Glock 22 is one of the most commonly used pistols by police departments all around the United States.

Glock 22 Specifications

The Glock 22 is a .40 caliber safe action system. It boasts a weight of 650 grams or 22.92 ounces. The pistol weighs a bit heavier at 975 grams or 34.38 ounces. 

The Glock 22 measures 186 millimeters or 7.32 inches in length and features a height of 138 mm or 5.43 inches. The standard Glock 22 features a magazine capacity of 15 with an optional cartridge unit. The width of the Glock 22 is 1.18 inches, with a barrel height of 1.26 inches. 

The gun features a 5.5-pound trigger pull and a half-inch trigger travel. The line of sight measures 6.49 inches, and the barrel length is 4.49 inches. The barrel rifling is right-hand and hexagonal, and the twist size is 9.84 inches.

History and Conversion

The Glock 22 is interesting because it is a .40 S&W version of the larger Glock 17 introduced in 1990. This firearm features a modified slide, frame, and barrel, responsible for the differences in size, weight, and power when comparing the two pistols. 

The Glock 22 is easily converted to a .357 SIG chambering, as all one has to do replace the barrel. No other parts will be needed, as the .40 S&W magazines are compatible and will feed the .357 SIG round.

Overall, the Glock 22 is considered a very versatile yet powerful pistol. 

For those who want a powerful gun that is still relatively easy to handle and not cumbersome when holstered, the Glock 22 is a perfect choice. These are precisely why the Glock 22 is used by police departments and law enforcement agencies around the United States and beyond. 

In many instances, the Glock 17 is being replaced by departments with the Glock 22 as they update their department weapons. It certainly is not a one size fits all pistol. 

Still, most officers who carry these weapons find that they are easy to handle and provide more than ample power for everyday situations and even more extreme situations when a firearm is necessary.