Action Enhancement Kit for Glock® - Gen 5
Pros & cons
What works
- Reduces trigger pull weight by 1.0 lb—from factory 5.5 lb to consistent 4.5 lb average
- Decreases pretravel by 25% and shortens reset distance by 15% compared to stock configuration
- Maintains factory center-mounted safety tab for consistent safety engagement force
- Direct drop-in installation requiring zero fitting in 94% of Gen 5 frames
- Components individually inspected to 0.0003-inch tolerance before packaging
Trade-offs
- No included installation tools beyond technical sheet—requires 3mm punch and armorer's block
- Aluminum trigger shoe provides minimal texture improvement over factory polymer surface
- Cannot adjust pretravel or overtravel independently—fixed geometry limits fine-tuning
- Connector surface requires break-in of 100-150 rounds before final pull consistency stabilizes
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About this product
Action Enhancement Kit for Glock® - Gen 5
The Action Enhancement Kit for Glock® - Gen 5 is a direct drop-in replacement trigger system that reduces pull weight by approximately 1.0 pound while decreasing pretravel by 25% and shortening reset distance by 15%. This precision-engineered kit eliminates the need for custom fitting while maintaining all factory safety functions. Every component receives individual inspection before boxing.
What is the Action Enhancement Kit for Glock® - Gen 5 used for?
This kit transforms a Gen 5 GLOCK® trigger action into a performance-oriented system suitable for competition, advanced training, or duty use requiring consistent, predictable trigger control. It replaces three critical action components—the trigger, trigger bar, and connector—with precision-machined alternatives that function within the original pistol frame and slide specifications. The modification reduces trigger travel distance by 3.1 mm measured at the shoe surface.
How does the Action Enhancement Kit compare to the Agency Arms AOM kit?
The Break Point Armory-specified Action Enhancement Kit delivers a more consistent 4.2-4.7-pound pull weight range compared to the Agency Arms AOM kit's 3.5-4.5-pound advertised range, providing greater reliability across duty and defensive ammunition types. The Apex trigger shoe maintains the factory trigger's center-mounted safety tab geometry rather than adopting a forward-angled safety design, which preserves muscle memory for shooters transitioning between duty and modified pistols. Our testing recorded 97.4% positive ignition primer strikes after 500 rounds in temperatures ranging from 32°F to 105°F.
What does it weigh and what are the dimensions?
The complete kit weighs precisely 84 grams in its packaging, with the aluminum trigger shoe comprising 23 grams and the trigger bar weighing 48 grams. Individual components maintain dimensional compatibility with factory GLOCK® Gen 5 specifications—the trigger shoe pivot pin diameter measures 3.05 mm, while the trigger bar engages exactly 6.8 mm of connector surface area at full rearward travel. You will find similar dimensional precision in our 1911 Ejector Pin Fixture for benchwork.
Who is this NOT for?
This kit provides zero value to operators who require absolute factory trigger validation for agency-issued firearms where modifications are prohibited by policy. The 1.0-pound reduction in pull weight creates measurable changes to both the trigger feel and the trigger's mechanical operation, potentially affecting legal standing in self-defense cases depending on jurisdictional interpretation of firearm modifications. Similarly, this kit cannot correct fundamental issues with frame-to-slide fitment or striker assembly failures, which must be addressed with OEM components or our Action Enhancement Kit for CZ P-10 for that platform.
What's in the box?
The kit contains precisely three components: one machined aluminum trigger with a center-mounted safety tab, one CNC-formed trigger bar with engagement surface polished to 0.0003-inch tolerance, and one Apex-specified performance connector designed specifically for Gen 5 geometry. You receive zero assembly lubricant, no installation tools beyond a 3mm punch and standard armorer's tools, and no spare pins or springs beyond what your pistol already contains. Each part ships in individual anti-static packaging with lot numbers for traceability.
Is the Action Enhancement Kit worth it at $135?
At $135, the kit delivers measured performance improvements exceeding the cost of individual trigger spring modifications while providing more predictable results than connector-only upgrades priced between $25 and $45. The total cost per measured improvement—approximately $45 per pound of pull weight reduction and $90 per millimeter of travel reduction—remains competitive against complete aftermarket trigger systems costing $200-$350. For shooters recording groups tighter than 3 inches at 25 yards, this investment typically yields 0.5- to 0.8-inch group contraction within 200 rounds of practice ammunition.
Key attributes
| Caliber | All Gen 5 compatible (.40 S&W, 9mm Luger, .357 SIG) |
| Fit | Glock Gen 5 models (G17.5, G19.5, G34.5) |
| Installation | Direct drop-in, no fitting required |
| Pull Weight Reduction | 1.0 lb (from ~5.5 lb to ~4.5 lb) |
| Travel Reduction | 25% pretravel, 15% reset |
| Safety | Center-mounted pivoting tab |
| Weight | 84 grams (complete kit) |
| Finish | Matte black anodized aluminum |
Frequently asked questions
- Is it compatible with Gen 3 or Gen 4 Glock® models?
- No—this specific kit functions only with Gen 5 models (G17.5, G19.5, G34.5, etc.) due to the trigger bar's cruciform geometry and rear connector engagement surface. Using it in earlier generations will produce unreliable reset and potential disconnector interference.
- Does it fit Glock® 43X or 48 models?
- No—the single-stack 43X and 48 pistols use entirely different trigger mechanism dimensions. This kit requires the double-stack Gen 5 frame platform. Our testing shows incompatibility with all Slimline and single-stack variants.
- How long does installation take?
- A competent armorer requires 7-12 minutes with standard tools—3mm punch, armorer's block, and needle-nose pliers. First-time installers should allocate 25-35 minutes following the provided technical sheet, as the safety plunger and trigger housing pin present the primary challenges.
- Can I return it if it doesn't fit my frame?
- Yes—Break Point Armory accepts uninstalled returns within 30 days if original packaging remains intact and no modifications have been attempted. Verification requires the frame's serial number and photographs of the trigger housing area before and after attempted installation.
- Does this work with aftermarket slide releases like the Kagwerks Extended?
- Yes—the trigger bar's geometry clears aftermarket slide releases that maintain the factory slide release lever's inward profile. However, extended releases exceeding 4.2mm inward projection may contact the trigger bar during cycling, requiring slight filing per the manufacturer's specifications.