Description
If you run a Beretta 92 series pistol and want serious magazine capacity for the range, this 30-round Mec-Gar magazine is the go-to choice. The extra rounds mean fewer reloads during long range sessions or competitions, and the extended design puts significantly more firepower in one mag.
The construction here is solid. You get a heat-treated carbon steel tube that's finished with Mec-Gar's anti-friction coating—the same coating that makes loading easier and resists corrosion over time. Inside, there's a high-tensile music wire spring paired with a high-impact polymer follower that feeds reliably regardless of bullet profile. The extended polymer floorplate houses all those extra rounds while keeping everything contained.
This magazine fits the full-size Beretta 92 platform: 92FS, 92G, 92X, and M9 pistols all work with it. Keep in mind it's not for carry—at 30 rounds, it extends well below the grip and makes the gun noticeably front-heavy. But for training, competition, or range sessions where capacity matters, it's practical and proven. Mec-Gar has been manufacturing magazines since 1965 and actually produces original equipment magazines for several major firearm makers, so you're working with industry expertise here.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Mec-Gar
- Manufacturer Part Number: MGPB9230AFC
- UPC: 765595512030
- Caliber: 9mm
- Capacity: 30 rounds
- Body Material: Heat-treated carbon steel
- Spring Material: High tensile music wire
- Follower Material: High-impact polymer
- Coating: Anti-friction
- Floorplate Material: Polymer extended
- Color: Black
- Compatible Models: Beretta 92FS, 92G, 92X, M9
- Country of Origin: Italy
What’s Included
- One 30-round magazine
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this 30-round magazine fit my Beretta M9?
Yes, this Mec-Gar 30-round magazine is fully compatible with M9 pistols as well as the 92FS, 92G, and 92X models. All full-size Beretta 92 series guns share the same magazine well, so they all work together. Just avoid older 92S models with the heel magazine release, which use a different release mechanism.
Is this magazine practical for carry?
No, this is strictly a range and competition magazine. At 30 rounds, it extends significantly below the grip and adds considerable weight to the front of the pistol. It's designed to minimize reloads during training and range sessions, not for everyday carry where you'd want something that works with the gun as designed.
What does the anti-friction coating do?
The coating makes loading smoother and easier on your hands and thumbs, reduces the chance of malfunctions by allowing rounds to feed more freely, and provides corrosion resistance to protect the steel underneath from rust and wear. It's one of the features that sets Mec-Gar magazines apart from basic alternatives.
How does Mec-Gar magazine quality compare to factory Beretta magazines?
Mec-Gar actually manufactures magazines for Beretta and other major firearm makers, so they know the platform inside and out. User feedback consistently shows their magazines function comparably to factory options at a better value, with some noting better finish quality and more consistent performance.
What if the springs get stiff after loading the magazine fully?
It's normal for high-capacity magazine springs to feel stiffer when fully loaded with 30 rounds. This is the spring doing its job—holding tension to feed rounds reliably. If you find it uncomfortable to load, you can store it partially loaded to ease the spring tension over time, or use a magazine loader to take stress off your hands.
Can I use this magazine with a Beretta CX4 carbine?
Yes, the CX4 Storm can accept Beretta 92-series magazines when equipped with the proper magazine well insert and release. This 30-round magazine will work with CX4 carbines configured for 92 magazines, giving you plenty of capacity for rifle-style training.





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