
The Kel-Tec PLR-16 is a lightweight, gas-operated semi-automatic pistol chambered in 5.56 NATO. Its long-stroke gas-piston system and Johnson/Stoner breech-locking design provide a rifle-inspired operating system in a compact pistol platform suited to silhouette shooting and hunting. The 9.2-inch barrel uses a 1:9-inch right-hand twist and is threaded 1/2x28 TPI for compatible muzzle devices. Adjustable front and rear sights support precise aiming, while the integrated MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail accommodates a wide range of accessories. The polymer construction helps keep the unloaded weight to 3.4 pounds.
Key features
- Gas-operated semi-automatic action with a long-stroke piston system
- Chambered in 5.56 NATO for broad ammunition availability
- 9.2-inch threaded barrel with 1/2x28 TPI muzzle threads
- Adjustable front and rear sights for windage and elevation correction
- Integrated MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail for compatible accessories
- Glass fiber reinforced polymer construction for reduced weight
The Kel-Tec PLR-16 combines familiar rifle operating features with a compact pistol format for range and field use.
Kel-Tec PLR-16 Gas-Operated 5.56 NATO Blue/Black Pistol: quick facts
- What caliber is the Kel-Tec PLR-16 Gas-Operated 5.56 NATO Blue/Black Pistol?
- It is chambered in 5.56 NATO.
- How many rounds does it hold?
- 10+1 rounds; magazines included: 1.
- How big and heavy is it?
- Barrel length 9.2 inches, overall length 18.5 inches, weight 3.4 pounds.
- What kind of action does it use?
- Semi-Automatic.
- Is it optic ready or threaded?
- Optic ready: No; threaded barrel: Yes.
- What sights and finish does it have?
- Sights: Standard Sights; finish: Blue/Black.
- Is it new or used?
- New, in the original packaging.
- Can I buy it in United States?
- Yes. It ships to a licensed FFL dealer in United States; you pick it up there after the background check. Handguns ship to a licensed FFL dealer only, and the buyer must be at least 21 and pass a background check at pickup; some states add a permit or waiting period.
- Is it in stock?
- Yes, at $693.44. Orders leave within 1-2 business days; shipping is free over $999.
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