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Anyone who owns a Glock 17 or 22 in Gen 5 trim knows range time adds up fast when you're feeding it 9mm or .40. This Advantage Arms conversion kit solves that by letting you run affordable .22 LR through the exact same frame you already train with. The slide swaps on just like a factory Glock slide, no permanent changes and no gunsmithing, so you can go from centerfire to rimfire and back in under a minute. You keep your grip, your trigger, and your muscle memory while spending a fraction of the cost per round.
The kit is built around a 4.49-inch barrel and includes two 10-round magazines plus a range bag to carry everything. The slide is optics-ready with a recessed cut that accepts a range of common red dot footprints, though the optic and the pistol frame itself are not part of the package. Fixed sights come installed for quick, consistent aiming right out of the box. It also carries over safety features you'd expect from the real thing, including an internal firing pin safety and last-round hold open, so the feel stays true to a full-size Glock.
Here's the real-world tip that makes or breaks these kits: rimfire is picky, and ammo choice matters. Advantage Arms strongly recommends high velocity .22, and folks who run these consistently point to CCI Mini-Mags in 40 grain round nose as the gold standard for reliability. Remington Golden Bullets and other higher-velocity loads tend to run well too. Steer clear of hyper-velocity stuff and bargain-bin bulk if you want smooth cycling. Feed it good ammo, keep it lubricated, and give it a wipe-down every few hundred rounds since .22 runs dirty by nature.
For new shooters, plinking sessions, or just keeping your skills sharp without emptying your wallet, this is one of the most practical add-ons you can buy for a Gen 5 Glock.
Yes, this kit is built specifically for the Glock 17 and 22 in Gen 5 configuration. The slide drops right onto your existing frame the same way a factory Glock slide does, with no permanent modifications required. It will not fit Gen 3 or Gen 4 frames, since those use different versions of the kit.
Advantage Arms strongly recommends high velocity .22 LR, and CCI Mini-Mags in 40 grain round nose have a long track record of running the most reliably in these kits. Remington Golden Bullets and similar high-velocity loads also tend to work well. Avoid hyper-velocity ammo and cheap bulk loads, since rimfire is naturally more finicky than centerfire and low-power rounds can cause cycling issues.
No, the optic and the Glock frame are not included. The slide comes with an optics-ready recessed cut that accepts a variety of common red dot footprints, so you can add your preferred sight separately. You'll supply your own Gen 5 frame since this is a conversion kit, not a complete firearm.
Plan on a wipe-down every few hundred rounds since .22 LR burns dirty and fouling builds up faster than with centerfire. Keeping the slide lubricated at the recommended points goes a long way toward smooth, reliable cycling. A quick cleaning session keeps it running strong for many more rounds of practice.
| UPC | 094308000862 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | AAC17-22G5MOD-CA |
| Barrel Length | 4.49" |
| Caliber/Gauge | .22 LR |
| Capacity | 10 |
| Color | Black |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Conversion Kit |
| Sights | Fixed Sights |
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