Glock used the 2026 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits to announce factory 15-round magazines for its G43X, G48, and G44 pistols. According to the company, the magazines will reach dealers in May 2026. The full details are in Glock's press release.
What Was Announced
Glock said the G43X and G48 SLIMLINE pistols, both chambered in 9x19 mm, will ship standard with a 15-round magazine. The G44, chambered in .22 LR, will also come with a 15-round magazine as standard equipment. The company showed all three at its booth.
Key Details
- Availability: Dealers expected in May 2026
- G43X and G48 magazine: 15 rounds, metal, double-stack design
- Magazine catch: A radius in the catch recess lets owners keep the standard magazine catch
- G44 magazine: 15 rounds, polymer, double-stack design with integrated load-assist
- G44 chambering: .22 LR
What It Means for Gun Owners
The SLIMLINE magazine's catch radius matters for owners who want more capacity without changing how the magazine seats and releases. The release does not list pricing or whether the magazines will be sold separately, so check with your dealer once they are in stock.
Bottom Line
Glock is moving the G43X, G48, and G44 to 15-round standard magazines, with the first dealer shipments expected in May. The company also put its Gen6 line on display at the show, including the G17, G19, and G45 in 9x19 mm. Glock's release also notes that 2026 marks 40 years of GLOCK pistol sales in the United States.
