Glock 48 MOS Gen 1 - Optics-Ready Compact 9mm Pistol, Versatile & Reliable
The Glock 48 MOS Gen 1 - Optics-Ready Compact 9mm Pistol, Versatile & Reliable is a 9mm compact handguns from Glock. It is available from 3 vendors at $484 to $515.99.
Product Information
Name: Glock 48 MOS Gen 1 - Optics-Ready Compact 9mm Pistol, Versatile & Reliable
Brand: Glock
Category: Compact Handguns
Caliber: 9mm
Barrel Length: 4.17"
Capacity: 10 rounds
UPC: 764503049996
SKU: UCDSUKt0m
Description
The Glock 48 MOS is a single-stack 9mm Luger semi-automatic pistol with a 4.17-inch barrel, 10+1 capacity, and a slim polymer frame. The nDLC-coated steel slide has factory front serrations and a Modular Optics System cut for direct optic mounting. It weighs 24.97 oz. loaded and measures 7.28 inches overall.
Key Specifications
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Barrel Length: 4.17 inches
- Capacity: 10+1 rounds
- Weight: 24.97 oz
- Overall Length: 7.28 inches
- Frame Material: Polymer
- Finish Color: Black nDLC Steel with Front Serrations & MOS Cut
- Action Type: Double Action Only (DAO)
- Safety Features: Trigger safety, firing pin safety, drop safety
Detailed Features
The Glock Marksman Barrel (GMB) has tighter tolerances and improved rifling compared to earlier Glock barrel designs. The MOS cut is machined to accept popular red dot optic adapter plates directly. Interchangeable backstraps allow grip sizing for different hand proportions. Fixed sights are included for iron-sight use. The nDLC finish on the slide resists corrosion and wear.
The G48 MOS occupies a specific niche in the Glock lineup: the slim single-stack profile of the G48 carries notably narrower than the G19 while retaining a 4-inch-class barrel and a full-size trigger reach.
Complete Specifications
| Caliber | 9mm |
| Model | Glock 48 |
| Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Magazines included | 2 |
| Barrel length | 4.17" |
| Overall length | 7.28" |
| Weight | 25.12 oz |
| Action | Semi Auto |
| Finish | Black |
| Color | Black |
| Sights | Fixed |
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber is the Glock 48?
The Glock 48 MOS is chambered in 9mm Luger.
What is the barrel length of the Glock 48?
It has a 4.17-inch barrel.
How many rounds does the Glock 48 hold?
It has a 10+1 capacity.
Who makes the Glock 48?
The Glock 48 MOS is made by Glock.
What type of firearm is the Glock 48?
It is a compact semi-automatic pistol with a single-stack polymer frame.
Is the Glock 48 optic-ready?
Yes. The MOS variant has a Modular Optics System cut machined into the slide for direct optic mounting.
Where can I buy the Glock 48?
Compare current vendor offers on this page.
What Reviewers Say
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Slide release is small and unobtrusive which I have found difficult to use especially when compared to larger offerings a small complaint but not something I cannot live without.
There's nothing new about the trigger it is the same characteristic Glock which feels mushy and has a loud reset.
Performance Glock 48 is a single stack gun that shows when you fire a couple of shots of it it certainly feels somewhat snappier than its double stack counterparts.
If you ask me I would certainly go for g48 and it is mainly because I'm very familiar with what to expect from a Glock and a very extensive aftermarket.
Customers Say
AI-generated insights derived from customer reviews and discussions on popular gun-enthusiast forums.
The Glock 48 MOS Gen 1 is a popular topic in concealed carry discussions where the slim profile is the primary selling point.
The single-stack width is consistently the most praised feature. Shooters who find the G19 too wide for their carry setup regularly land on the G48 as the right compromise between capacity, barrel length, and concealment. The MOS cut is well-received as an out-of-box feature at this price point, and the Glock Marksman Barrel gets positive accuracy feedback.
Grip ergonomics split slightly: most users find the slim grip comfortable, while those with larger hands sometimes note a preference for wider-grip models. Trigger feel is the standard Glock discussion: the stock pull is acceptable to most, but a subset of shooters prefer to modify it. Capacity comparisons with the G19 come up frequently; the G48's 10+1 versus the G19's 15+1 is the central trade-off users evaluate.
Overall, user sentiment is strongly positive for its intended use case of slimmer concealed carry with optics compatibility.
Where to Buy - 3 Offers Available
Price Range: $484 - $515.99
| Vendor | Price | Condition | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownells | $484 | New | Buy Now |
| Guns Com | $513.99 | New | Buy Now |
| Buds Gun Shop | $515.99 | New | Buy Now |
