Description
There is nothing else on the rack that runs quite like a Kriss Vector. The CRB G2 in .45 ACP is built around the patented Super V recoil mitigation system, a closed-bolt delayed blowback design where the bolt travels down and rearward instead of straight back. That movement redirects recoil energy away from your shoulder, and combined with a bore axis that sits nearly in line with your hand, the result is a big-bore carbine with noticeably less muzzle rise than you would expect from anything throwing 230 grain slugs. Follow-up shots come back on target fast, which is exactly why the Vector has built such a following at pistol-caliber carbine matches.
What Sets the Vector CRB G2 Apart
This Flat Dark Earth model wears a 16 inch barrel with a black shroud, a fixed stock, and a paddle-style grip, and it ships with one 10-round magazine for a 10+1 capacity. Magazine compatibility is a big part of the Vector's appeal. It feeds from full-size Glock 21 pattern mags, so spares are easy to find and easy to share with a G21 already in the safe. Low-profile flip-up front and rear sights come installed, and the full-length Picatinny top rail gives you plenty of room for a red dot, magnifier, or whatever glass you prefer. The frame blends metal components with polymer composite and a Cerakote finish, keeping unloaded weight around 7.8 pounds.
Shooting the Kriss CRB G2 in .45 ACP
Range time is where this thing earns its keep. The .45 ACP out of a 16 inch barrel is pleasant to shoot, easy on the ears compared to rifle calibers, and cheap fun with bulk ball ammo. The futuristic angular look draws attention at the range every single time, but the Vector is more than a conversation piece. It is a genuinely soft-shooting, quick-handling carbine that works for recreational plinking, training days, and PCC competition alike. If you have been wanting a Vector in a warm earth-tone finish, this FDE G2 is the one to grab.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: KV45CFD22
- UPC: 810237023259
- Caliber: .45 ACP
- Action: Semi-Auto, Closed Bolt Delayed Blowback (Super V System)
- Barrel Length: 16 in
- Capacity: 10+1
- Magazine Compatibility: Full-Size Glock 21 Pattern
- Overall Length: 35.25 in
- Overall Height: 6.8 in
- Weight (Unloaded): 7.8 lbs
- Stock: Fixed
- Sights: Low-Profile Flip-Up Front and Rear
- Finish: Flat Dark Earth Cerakote
- Frame Material: Metal Components with Polymer Composite
- Safety: Ambidextrous
What’s Included
- Kriss Vector CRB G2 .45 ACP carbine
- One 10-round Glock 21 pattern magazine
- Flip-up front and rear sights (installed)
- Owner's manual
Frequently Asked Questions
What magazines does the Kriss Vector CRB G2 .45 ACP use?
It feeds from full-size Glock 21 pattern magazines, and one 10-round mag comes in the box. Because G21 mags are so common, finding spares is simple, and if you already run a Glock 21 you can share magazines between the two. Kriss also makes MagEx extension kits for the platform.
Does the Super V system really reduce recoil?
It makes a real difference you can feel. Instead of the bolt slamming straight back, the Super V design redirects energy downward as the bolt travels along an angled path, which cuts muzzle rise and softens the impulse at your shoulder. Pair that with the extremely low bore axis and a 16 inch barrel, and .45 ACP feels remarkably tame with fast follow-up shots.
Can I mount a red dot or other optic on the Vector CRB G2?
Yes, the full-length Picatinny top rail accepts red dots, magnifiers, and most rifle optics without any adapters. The included low-profile flip-up sights fold down out of the way when an optic is mounted, and they pop back up quickly if you ever need backups.
Is this Vector CRB a good choice for PCC competition?
It is one of the more popular platforms in pistol-caliber carbine divisions for good reason. The flat-shooting Super V system helps you stay on target through fast strings, and the Glock magazine compatibility keeps your reload gear simple. The 16 inch barrel also squeezes a bit more velocity out of .45 ACP loads compared to a pistol.



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