The Micro Roni Gen 4 and Gen 4X are both pistol carbine conversion kits manufactured by CAA Industries, designed to transform Glock pistols into more stable and user-friendly Personal Defense Weapons (PDWs). Below are the comparisons based on different features and specifications.
Micro Roni Gen 4:
- Integrated Lower Angled Fore-grip and Magazine Holder:
- The Gen 4 comes with an integrated lower angled fore-grip and a magazine holder.
- This feature aids in a more comfortable and stable grip, providing better control during use.
- Stabilizing Brace:
- It features a stabilizing brace which aids in accuracy and stability.
- Accessory Rails:
- The Gen 4 model comes with side accessory rails, an optics rail, and a QD sling port angled grip and handguard.
- Ease of Installation:
- Installation is simple with a rear button that, when pressed, unlocks the rear hinging door allowing for an easy conversion.
Micro Roni Gen 4X:
- Angled Fore-grip and Optional Magazine Holder:
- Unlike the Gen 4, the Gen 4X comes with an angled fore-grip, and the magazine holder is optional, which can be purchased separately.
- Extra Picatinny Rails:
- The Gen 4X features two extra right and left Picatinny rails for mounting additional accessories.
- Ejection Port and Access to Pistol’s Slide-Stop:
- It has a larger and flared ejection port for better ejection, especially of weaker ammunition, and an open hatch providing access to the pistol’s slide-stop.
- Triangular-Shaped Barrel Shroud:
- The Gen 4X has a new triangular-shaped barrel shroud that is compatible with “Plus” muzzle accessories and allows shifting between full and medium-sized Glock pistols.
- Ambidextrous Features:
- The Gen 4X also comes with ambidextrous features including an easy and fast cocking handle and a trigger-guard safety.
- Right-Folding Stock:
- There’s a right-folding stock for easy concealment and carry, which is a feature enhancing the portability and concealability of the weapon.
In summary, both the Micro Roni Gen 4 and Gen 4X provide a robust platform for converting Glock pistols into PDWs, with the Gen 4X offering a bit more customization options due to its replaceable fore-grip and additional Picatinny rails.
