Description
There's a reason the MP5 Navy configuration became one of the most iconic pistol-caliber platforms ever fielded. The wide handguard, ambidextrous Navy-style grip, and elongated profile are immediately recognizable to anyone who's spent time around these guns, and the Century Arms AP5-N captures all of that in a package that doesn't require a government budget to own. Built by MKE in Turkey on original H&K tooling, this isn't a loose interpretation of the design. Parts fit the way they should, the welds are clean, and the roller-delayed blowback system runs with the kind of smooth, controlled feel that made the original famous.
What Makes the AP5-N Navy Stand Out
The roller-lock delayed blowback action is the heart of this platform. Instead of a gas piston, the system uses hardened rollers in the bolt head that cam into recesses as the round fires, slowing the bolt's rearward travel just long enough to let pressure drop safely. The result is a noticeably soft shooting experience with very little felt recoil for a pistol, and fast, accurate follow-up shots. The 8.9-inch cold hammer-forged chrome-moly-vanadium barrel spins at a 1:9.8 twist and is finished in manganese phosphate for corrosion resistance. The muzzle is set up with both a 3-lug quick-detach interface and 1/2×28 threads, so you have full flexibility for suppressor mounting options. Overall length runs 19.5 inches and the pistol tips the scale at 5.5 pounds unloaded.
Century Arms AP5 Navy Configuration and Accessories
The Navy variant's ambidextrous grip assembly and wide polymer handguard are faithful to the original pattern, and the stamped steel receiver is finished in black lacquer over manganese phosphate for a period-correct look that holds up in real use. Sights are the classic MP5-style setup: a fixed front post inside a shroud and an adjustable rear diopter drum that can be rotated for different aperture sizes. The included claw-mount Picatinny rail drops onto the receiver without modification if you want to add an optic, and the Picatinny-compatible end cap opens up options for braces and stock adapters down the road. The package includes two 30-round magazines, a flash hider, factory sling, and a hard carry case. If you've been looking at the MP5 platform for a while, the AP5-N is the version that ships with everything you actually need to get on the range.
Key Specifications
- UPC: 787450984981
- MPN: HG6034N-N
- Model: AP5-N Navy
- Manufacturer: Century Arms (MKE)
- Caliber: 9mm Luger (9x19mm)
- Action: Semi-Auto, Roller-Lock Delayed Blowback
- Barrel Length: 8.9 inches
- Barrel Material: Cold Hammer-Forged Chrome-Moly-Vanadium Steel
- Barrel Finish: Manganese Phosphate
- Twist Rate: 1:9.8
- Muzzle Threading: 1/2×28 and 3-Lug Quick-Detach
- Capacity: 30+1
- Overall Length: 19.5 inches
- Weight (Unloaded): 5.5 lbs
- Sights: Fixed Front Post, Adjustable Rear Diopter Drum
- Safety: 2-Position Thumb Safety
- Receiver: Stamped Steel
- Finish: Black Lacquer Over Manganese Phosphate
What’s Included
- Century Arms AP5-N Navy Pistol
- Two (2) 30-Round Magazines
- Flash Hider
- Claw-Mount Picatinny Rail
- Picatinny-Compatible End Cap
- Factory Sling
- Hard Carry Case
- Cleaning Kit
- Gun Lock
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Century Arms AP5-N Navy pistol suppressor-ready?
Yes. The 8.9-inch barrel on the AP5-N has both a 3-lug quick-detach interface and 1/2×28 threads at the muzzle, which covers the two most common suppressor mounting systems used on MP5-pattern guns. You can run a direct-thread can on the 1/2×28 threads or use the 3-lug adapter with a compatible mount. It's one of the more suppressor-friendly setups you'll find in this price range.
How does the roller-lock action on the AP5 Navy compare to a standard blowback pistol?
The roller-delayed blowback system uses hardened rollers in the bolt head that slow the rearward travel of the bolt after firing, which reduces felt recoil significantly compared to a straight blowback design. In practice, the AP5 is noticeably softer shooting than most pistol-caliber guns of similar size. Follow-up shots feel controlled, and there's a mechanical smoothness to the action that fans of the platform really appreciate.
What is the difference between the AP5-N Navy and the standard AP5?
The Navy variant is distinguished by its ambidextrous Navy-style grip assembly and the wide polymer handguard, which match the original HK MP5 Navy configuration developed for maritime special operations use. The standard AP5 uses a different grip and handguard arrangement. Both share the same 8.9-inch barrel, roller-lock action, and core specs, but the Navy variant has the specific aesthetic and ergonomic profile of the classic Navy-pattern gun.
Does the AP5-N work with standard MP5 magazines and accessories?
Yes. Because the AP5 is manufactured by MKE on original H&K tooling, parts and magazines are generally compatible with the broader MP5 aftermarket ecosystem. Standard HK-pattern 9mm magazines feed reliably, and the platform has strong aftermarket support for handguards, stocks, braces, triggers, and optic mounts. If you plan to SBR this platform, virtually every MP5-pattern stock option is on the table.
Does the AP5-N lock open on the last round?
No. Like the original MP5, the AP5-N does not have a last-round bolt hold-open. This is by design and consistent with the original platform. When the magazine runs empty, you pull the charging handle rearward and rotate it upward to manually lock the bolt open. It's a slightly older convention, but one that anyone familiar with the MP5 design will already know.
Who makes the AP5-N, and where is it manufactured?
The AP5-N is manufactured by MKE (Makina ve Kimya Endustrisi), a Turkish defense contractor, on original H&K tooling. Century Arms imports the pistol into the United States. MKE has a long history in military firearms production, and the use of H&K tooling means the quality and parts interchangeability are at a level that sets the AP5 apart from other MP5-pattern clones on the market.





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