42, 43, 43x, & 48 Parts Compatibility.

[Port]

Can better people than me create a parts compatibility chart/list here between these guns? I’ve noticed some companies like ghost have updated their sites, but many more haven’t. I know i’d like to know if the Apex trigger that works in my 43, will work in my 48. What about the pins? Can I order the stainless pins for a 43 and expect them to work on the 48.

All help is appreciated!

[Palisut]

Just got a G48 and am wondering if a Vickers slide stop for G42/43 will fit it...I can confirm that my G43 SCD fits fine.

[EChryst]

I can confirm that my G43 SSVI Tyr Trigger fits and functions in my 48.

[Port]

Nice! Thank you. :)

[Speederlander]

How about 43 guide rod in a 43X? Drop in replaceable?

[Port]

I got notice from Apex that the trigger that works in my 43, will work in my 48.


Thank you for your interest in Apex Tactical Specialties. Yes, kit 102-112 will work in your G48.

There was more to it if you are interested.

[EChryst]

Just got a G48 and am wondering if a Vickers slide stop for G42/43 will fit it...I can confirm that my G43 SCD fits fine.

My G43 Vickers/TD Extended slide stop fit and functioned correctly during dry fire. Locks slide back upon empty mag and activation. Drops slide on press. Live fire testing to be done soon.

My G43 Vickers/TD Magazine Release did NOT work.

[EChryst]

From 10-8 Performance's email today RE sights:

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[Port]

I reached out to the “glockstore” asking about compatibility on certain products. Unfortunately 3 days later, they still haven’t emailed me back.

Disappointing.

[Poe Performance]

Per Glock customer service the internals in the 43x and 48 are exactly the same as the 43 except for the mag release due to the frame width difference. The frame width on the 43x/48 measures the same as the 43 at the raised portion where the slide release rests. The difference is the 43x/48 width continues down the sides of the grip.

[Port]

Per Glock customer service the internals in the 43x and 48 are exactly the same as the 43 except for the mag release due to the frame width difference. The frame width on the 43x/48 measures the same as the 43 at the raised portion where the slide release rests. The difference is the 43x/48 width continues down the sides of the grip.

Thank you sir. That means the pins are the same size too. I was waiting on that before ordering. Cool!

[EChryst]

Now if I could only wrap my head around G48 aftermarket sight compatibility....

[PensFan]

Slide stop lever and mag catch are unique to the G43X and G48.

I would not consider the TD G42/G43 SSL as a fully vetted alternative for the above models.


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[Port]

Slide stop lever and mag catch are unique to the G43X and G48.

I would not consider the TD G42/G43 SSL as a fully vetted alternative for the above models.


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That’s good to know! I actuality had a 43 slide stop in the basket for the 48.

Hey, what’s a “TD G42/43 SSL”?

[Trukinjp13]

That’s good to know! I actuality had a 43 slide stop in the basket for the 48.

Hey, what’s a “TD G42/43 SSL”?

This is a assumption. But.
https://tangodown.com/vickers-tactical-slide-stop-for-glock-42-43-only-vtss-002/


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[Port]

So everything in this order would be ok then I’m guessing - short of the slide stop.

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[PensFan]

So everything in this order would be ok then I’m guessing - short of the slide stop.

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Depends on what your definition of “OK” is. [emoji41]

But yes, they should fit.


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[PensFan]

This is a assumption. But.
https://tangodown.com/vickers-tactical-slide-stop-for-glock-42-43-only-vtss-002/


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Correct.


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[GJM]

So everything in this order would be ok then I’m guessing - short of the slide stop.

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I haven’t followed this thread closely enough to know whether I am missing a joke, but why would a thoughtful person put any of these parts on their Glock 43X/48?

[JonInWA]

I haven’t followed this thread closely enough to know whether I am missing a joke, but why would a thoughtful person put any of these parts on their Glock 43X/48?

Totally concur. Two other points: Glock specifically recommends against non-polymer slide covers, as metal slide cover apparently can induce accelerated wear on the polymer bearing piece that fits into the extractor depressor plunger spring, inducing ejection issues. Second, I recently performed a detailed maintenance/inspection on a friend's Lock that tad one of the titanium firing pin safeties; while the safety itself looked ok, the spring that nests within it was toast, exerting insufficient spring force, compromising the safety's operation.

I am very, very wary of non-Glock components on general principal, other than vetted sights.

Best, Jon

[PensFan]

Totally concur. Two other points: Glock specifically recommends against non-polymer slide covers, as metal slide cover apparently can induce accelerated wear on the polymer bearing piece that fits into the extractor depressor plunger spring, inducing ejection issues. Second, I recently performed a detailed maintenance/inspection on a friend's Lock that tad one of the titanium firing pin safeties; while the safety itself looked ok, the spring that nests within it was toast, exerting insufficient spring force, compromising the safety's operation.

I am very, very wary of non-Glock components on general principal, other than vetted sights.

Best, Jon

I wouldn't worry about the cover plate wearing on the bearing too much.

Pre Gen5 Titanium firing pin safeties wear out fast from what I've seen. They take a good beating in the engagement area. I've seen more push by issues with aftermarket f. pin safeties. Especially titanium ones. Whatever weight/peformance benefit there is, is, IMO mitigated by the accelerated wear in a critical area of the safety system. May not be an issue with the Gen5 F pin safety design. Money is better spent on more ammo IMO.

[Poe Performance]

Now if I could only wrap my head around G48 aftermarket sight compatibility....
I have Ameriglo Bolds on my 43x and 48, both shoot POA at 10 yards, didn't test them any further. Worse case is the 48 shoots a tad high at 25 yards. The packing slip I received from Glock lists the same sights for the 42, 43 and 48. I did a modularity video on YouTube, covered a lot of questions.

[Poe Performance]

Slide stop lever and mag catch are unique to the G43X and G48.

I would not consider the TD G42/G43 SSL as a fully vetted alternative for the above models.


The nice folks at Glock told me the mag release is the only component that isn't compatible with the 43x and 48. The width on the 43 where the slide release rests is the same width as the 43x and 48. There is no reason it shouldn't function but I will test it tonight with an OEM part for the 43 and share the results.


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[JonInWA]

My bad, smart phone, not so smart operator. Best, Jon

[PensFan]

The nice folks at Glock told me the mag release is the only component that isn't compatible with the 43x and 48.

You just can't get good help these days. :eek:

[JonInWA]

The issues of metal slide covers, polymer bearing wear and extraction issues were specifically covered in my September 2018 Armorer's Course; I expect they were relaying empirically derived experience from a larger data pool then most of us likely have; YMMV. Best, Jon

[JHC]

You just can't get good help these days. :eek:

NOICE! :D

[Poe Performance]

You just can't get good help these days. :eek:
:D You speak truth, Glock was incorrect. The 43x/48 and 43 slide release holes are in the same location so the 43 part assembles, but the geometries along the top side are different. The spring on the 43x/48 release is also bigger in diameter. The 43 part didn't function properly for me in the 43x/48.

[EChryst]

:D You speak truth, Glock was incorrect. The 43x/48 and 43 slide release holes are in the same location so the 43 part assembles, but the geometries along the top side are different. The spring on the 43x/48 release is also bigger in diameter. The 43 part didn't function properly for me in the 43x/48.

What wasn't functioning?

I installed my 43 Vickers Slide Stop (not yet live fired) and it performed in locking back on an empty magazine. It locked back when manually activated and released when there was a empty mag in as well as without a magazine.

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(Not doubting you at all, just curious)

[Poe Performance]

What wasn't functioning?

I installed my 43 Vickers Slide Stop (not yet live fired) and it performed in locking back on an empty magazine. It locked back when manually activated and released when there was a empty mag in as well as without a magazine.

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(Not doubting you at all, just curious)
It sounds like the Vickers part works, the one I tried was Glock OEM. The upper geometry is different than the 48 part and the spring tension is different so it feels like you have to "help it lock into the slide. I should get a chance this weekend to investigate more. If I do I will post pics of both parts.