GLOCK GR-115 Selected as UK Police National Primary Carbine

Following the most comprehensive small-arms trial conducted by UK policing in more than 20 years, the GLOCK GR-115 rifle has been selected for UK specialist armed units through two separate procurement awards. GLOCK won an exclusive contract to supply a high-level specialist national policing network, and the GR-115 also ranked highest among carbines approved under the broader framework agreement. Evaluated against competing rifles from multiple global manufacturers, the GR-115 recorded the highest accuracy results in both suppressed and unsuppressed testing.

Limited Information Available

The TFB crew has been working to obtain official images and technical specifications of the GLOCK GR-115; however, these are not currently available from GLOCK. Images circulating online appear to be leaked photos likely from the British Army's Project Hunter carbine evaluation trials process. Here are the leaked images of the GR-115 Matthew Moss reported on previously:

GLOCK's UK Law Enforcement History

GLOCK has supported UK law enforcement since the 1990s, and the selection of the GR-115 expands that long-standing relationship. In addition to supplying the rifle, GLOCK will provide ongoing service support, training, and logistical assistance to UK police units.

Official Announcement

The original press release from Viking Arms, GLOCK's UK distributor, reads:

Glock GR-115 Selected as the Weapon of Choice for UK Firearms Units

As the UK distributor for GLOCK, Viking Arms is proud to publish the following press release following the successful award of the National Police Primary Carbine Tender.

London, UK — 9th January 2026 — Following the most extensive weapons trial conducted in UK policing in the past two decades, the GLOCK rifle GR-115 has been officially selected as the firearm of choice for specialist armed policing units across the country.

This decision marks a significant milestone in the evolution of armed policing capabilities in the UK. The GR-115 rifle outperformed a field of leading global manufacturers, achieving the highest scores for accuracy both suppressed and unsuppressed.

A Legacy of Trust and Support

Glock has been a trusted partner to UK law enforcement since the 1990s, when GLOCK pistols were first adopted by police forces nationwide. Today, Glock continues to stand firmly behind UK policing, providing not only advanced firearms and long-term service but also training and logistical support.

Engineering at Its Core

The GR-115 rifle represents the culmination of years of intensive research, development, and refinement of the AR platform. Its superior accuracy, reliability, and adaptability are the result of rigorous testing and collaboration with end-users to ensure operational effectiveness in the most demanding environments.

Availability

The GR-115 rifle is only available to selected law enforcement and military customers at this time.

About Glock

GLOCK is a renowned global manufacturer of firearms, celebrated for its reliable and safe design. Since its inception, GLOCK pistols have been favored by military and law enforcement agencies worldwide and by pistol owners of all backgrounds. Featuring three internal safeties, GLOCK pistols offer users confidence they can rely on.

About Viking Arms

Founded in 1965, Viking Arms has 60 years of experience providing firearms, ammunition, accessories, and training solutions to police and military customers. With decades of experience, Viking Arms remains dedicated to ensuring UK forces are equipped with world-class products and support.

Contract Award Notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054986-2025

Two Separate Awards

GLOCK's selection involved two distinct procurement processes:

National Specialist Network Contract: GLOCK won an exclusive, outright contract to supply a high-level specialist national policing network. This sole-source award represents dedicated business for GLOCK separate from the framework agreement.

Framework Agreement (Lot 2): The GR-115 also achieved the top ranking among approved carbines in the framework agreement, which allows approximately 50 individual UK police units to select from an approved list based on their operational requirements.

Framework Agreement Details

A total of six 5.56×45mm carbine platforms from multiple manufacturers have been approved under the Lot 2 framework agreement. This framework permits each of the approximately 50 individual UK police units to procure a weapon system from the approved list, subject to internal assessment of operational suitability and intended use.

The approved Lot 2 framework carbines are:

• GLOCK GR-115 (top-ranked)
• FN ASR
• IWI ARAD
• Beretta NARP
• Colt C8
• Knights KS-3

Who Can Purchase from the Framework

Under the framework agreement, the following UK law enforcement agencies are among those authorized to select carbines from the approved list (including the GR-115):

• West Yorkshire Combined Authority
• West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner
• The Greater Manchester Combined Authority
• Police and Crime Commissioner for South Wales
• Avon & Somerset Constabulary
• Thames Valley Police
• Scottish Police Authority
• Police Service of Northern Ireland

Note: The separate national specialist network contract operates independently of this framework.