Specifications
Weapon type:
semi-automatic pistol
Weight:
940 g (33.16 oz)
Calibre & Catrige:
9x19mm Parabellum
Effective range:
50 m
Designed:
1979-1982
Designer:
Gaston Glock
Manufacturer:
Glock Ges.m.b.H.
Number produced:
5.000.000 as of 2007
Action:
Short recoil, locked breech, tilting barrel
In service:
1982-present
Muzzle velocity:
375 m/s (1,230 ft/s)
It's a competition version of the Glock 17. It is similar to its predecessor, but with a slightly shorter slide and barrel, to meet the maximum size requirements for many sanctioned action pistol sporting events. Glock 34 has great accuracy for target shooting. This pistol has found widespread use as a competitive pistol for sport shooting organizations.