The KCI Gen2 MZ011 magazine delivers reliable feeding and extended capacity for Glock 23 and 27 pistols chambered in 40 S&W. This aftermarket magazine combines hardened steel construction with polymer components to provide shooters with a cost-effective alternative to factory magazines without sacrificing performance.
What Makes This Different
Unlike standard polymer magazines, the KCI Gen2 incorporates hardened steel reinforcement in critical stress areas while maintaining the lightweight benefits of polymer construction. The magazine body features enhanced feed lip geometry that promotes consistent cartridge presentation to the chamber. Factory testing indicates reliable feeding through thousands of rounds across various 40 S&W ammunition weights and profiles.
Key Features
- 13-round capacity extends firepower beyond standard 10-round factory magazines
 
- Hardened steel reinforcement in high-wear areas for extended service life
 
- Drop-free design with positive lock engagement for tactical reloads
 
- Polymer body construction reduces overall weight by 15% versus all-steel alternatives
 
- Enhanced feed lips engineered for consistent 40 S&W cartridge presentation
 
- Compatible with Glock 23 and Glock 27 pistol frames
 
- Witness holes allow quick visual ammunition count verification
 
Field performance demonstrates reliable function across temperature ranges from -20°F to 140°F, making this magazine suitable for duty carry, competition shooting, and range training. The steel-reinforced construction handles repeated loading cycles without feed lip deformation that can cause malfunctions. Competition shooters appreciate the extended capacity for USPSA Limited division, while law enforcement values the additional rounds for duty carry applications.
Technical Specs
- Capacity: 13 rounds of 40 S&W ammunition
 
- Construction: Hardened steel reinforcement with polymer body
 
- Compatibility: Glock 23, Glock 27 pistols
 
- Finish: Matte black polymer with steel components
 
- Overall length: Approximately 4.8 inches
 
- Weight: 3.2 ounces empty
 
- Spring: High-tensile steel with anti-corrosion coating
 
The KCI Gen2 magazine represents proven aftermarket engineering at a fraction of factory magazine cost. Bulk purchasers and training facilities rely on these magazines for consistent performance without the premium price of OEM components.