Description
The Kel-Tec PLR-16 is a compact, semi-automatic pistol built to deliver rifle-caliber performance in a lightweight package. Chambered for .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO with a 9.2″ threaded barrel, the PLR-16 pairs a conventional gas system and M16-style locking mechanism with an integrated MIL-STD Picatinny rail for optics and accessories. The design emphasizes portability and modularity while providing adjustable sights and an ambidextrous safety for versatile use in range, target, and backcountry shooting contexts.
Key Specifications
- Chambering is .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO.
- The barrel measures 9.2 inches and is threaded for accessories.
- The action is a Semi-Automatic gas-operated system.
- Overall length is 18.5 inches.
- Optic footprint is an integrated PICATINNY rail.
- The muzzle is threaded with a 1/2-28 TPI pattern.
- Includes one magazine with the pistol.
- Sights are adjustable for windage and elevation.
- Safety features an ambidextrous push-bolt safety.
- Finish and controls are supplied in black.
Compact and modular, the PLR-16 delivers a practical solution when a rifle-caliber round is required in a pistol form factor. Its threaded 9.2″ barrel and integrated Picatinny rail make it easy to configure for optics and muzzle devices, while the lightweight layout keeps it packable for trips where weight and space matter. The PLR-16 is aimed at shooters who want a no-nonsense, capable AR-style pistol platform with straightforward features and utility.





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