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The SUB2000 has been the go-to folding carbine for over two decades, and the Gen 3 in 5.7x28mm might be the smartest pairing yet. The flat-shooting, soft-recoiling 5.7 round gets a real boost out of the 16.15 inch barrel, and the whole package weighs just 4.36 pounds unloaded. Folded, it measures right around 16 inches, which means it disappears into a backpack, range bag, or truck cubby without a second thought. This version wears a tan polymer stock and matte finish for a look that stands apart from the usual black.
The big upgrade over earlier generations is the rotating forend. Instead of pulling your red dot off before folding, you twist the forend to the side and your optic stays put with its zero intact. Kel-Tec also gave the Gen 3 an aluminum trigger with reworked internals for a crisp pull in the 5 pound range, an ambidextrous bolt hold-open, and a chamber peephole that lets you visually confirm brass in the chamber. The forend carries M-LOK slots on the sides with Picatinny rail up top and underneath, so lights, lasers, and optics all have a home. The barrel is threaded 1/2×28 with a 1:7 twist, so adding a suppressor is about as easy as it gets, and 5.7 happens to be a fun cartridge to run quiet with subsonic loads.
This carbine runs FN Five-seveN pattern magazines and ships with one 20-round mag, giving you 20+1 on tap. Higher capacity Five-seveN compatible mags and even aftermarket drums will drop right in, so building out spares is simple. The straight blowback action keeps the design uncomplicated, which translates to easy takedown and cleaning. Between the light weight, mild recoil, and fold-in-half convenience, this is a carbine that earns a permanent spot in the gear you keep close at hand, whether that means home defense duty, trail carry, or just a good time at the range.
It feeds from FN Five-seveN pattern magazines and comes with one 20-round mag in the box. Compatible 30-round mags and aftermarket options like high-capacity drums will also run in it, so finding spares is easy and affordable.
Yes, and that is the headline feature of the Gen 3. The rotating forend twists to the side before you fold the carbine, so your red dot stays mounted and holds its zero. Older generations forced you to remove the optic or use special folding mounts, and this design solves that completely.
No, the Gen 3 ships optics-ready without irons. It has a long Picatinny top rail that accepts red dots, backup sights, or whatever setup you prefer. Most owners run a compact red dot since it pairs nicely with the fold-and-rotate forend design.
It is. The 16.15 inch barrel comes threaded 1/2×28, which is the common thread pitch for most 5.7 and .22 caliber suppressors. Paired with subsonic 5.7 loads, it makes for a really pleasant suppressed shooting setup.
| UPC | 640832009897 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SUB2K57TAN |
| Action | |
| ATF Type | Pistol |
| Barrel Length | 16.25" |
| Caliber/Gauge | 5.7 x 28 mm |
| Capacity | 20 + 1 |
| Color | Black |
| Length | 22.8500 |
| Model | |
| Number of Magazines | 1 20 rd. |
| Package Height | 3.25 |
| Package Width | 10.0 |
| Product Type | Rifle |
| Safety | Yes |
| Shipping Weight | 6.15 |
| Sights | Adjustable Sights |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
| State Restriction (IL) | NO SALE TO ILLINOIS PICA |
| State Restriction (OR) | NO SALE TO OREGON |
| State Restriction (RI) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO RHODE ISLAND |
| State Restriction (WA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO WASHINGTON |
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