The Glock G35 Gen 4 is a full-size semi-automatic pistol chambered in .40 S&W, built around competition and tactical use. Its 5.3-inch barrel is the defining feature. Longer than the G17 or G22, it extends the sight radius and improves muzzle velocity, which matters in timed events.
Key Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Glock
- Model: G35
- Series: Gen 4
- Caliber: .40 S&W
- Capacity: 15 rounds
- Barrel Length: 5.3 inches
- Weight: 1.72 lbs (27.5 oz)
- Frame Material: Polymer
- Slide Material: Forged Steel
- Total Height: 5.47 inches
- Total Length: 8.82 inches
- Grip Material: Polymer (Textured)
- Action Type: Double Action
- Safety Features: Trigger/Firing Pin/Drop safety
Detailed Features:
The polymer frame keeps weight manageable over extended shooting sessions while the forged steel slide handles the stress of sustained fire without issue. The textured grip gives a secure hold in adverse conditions. Adjustable sights use a clear two-dot rear and one-dot front arrangement for quick target acquisition. The double-action trigger pull is consistent, which many precision shooters prefer over variable-pull designs.
The Gen 4 platform introduced interchangeable backstraps, letting shooters dial in the grip to fit their hand size, a practical feature for a competition gun that gets a lot of rounds through it.
Target Audience:
This is primarily a competition pistol suited for IDPA and USPSA shooters, as well as law enforcement looking for a full-size duty gun with a longer barrel. It also works as a range trainer or home defense option for those who prefer the .40 S&W caliber.
Usage Scenarios:
At the range during a training session, the 15-round capacity keeps reloads infrequent and the full-size frame absorbs recoil well enough for extended practice without fatigue. In IDPA or USPSA matches, the longer barrel and consistent trigger give the G35 an accuracy edge over shorter models. For home defense, the combination of 15-round capacity and .40 S&W stopping power is practical. The G35 Gen 4 has been in production since 2010 and has a well-established track record in the competitive shooting community.