Century Arms AP51
Century Arms · Pistol · In Production · 2023
Overview
The Century Arms AP51 is a roller-delayed blowback pistol chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO, based on the rare HK51 - a chopped, full-power G3 in a compact PDW-style package. Manufactured by MKE in Turkey, it features a cold-hammer-forged 8.3-inch barrel, ambidextrous selector, MP5-compatible wide handguard, and a 4-prong flash hider, feeding from 20-round G3/HK91-pattern magazines.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3583 g (126.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 592 mm (23.31") |
| Barrel Length | 211 mm (8.31") |
| Action Type | Roller Delayed Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 20 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 700 m/s (2297 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 2330 J (1719 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 200 m (219 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 600 m (656 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Polygonal |
| Number of Grooves | 4 |
| Frame Material | Stamped Steel |
| Barrel Material | Chrome Moly Steel |
| Finish | Lacquer |
Calibers
- 7.62x51mm NATO · primary · 7.62mm NATO — also known as 7.62 NATO, .308 Winchester (commercial)
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety Selector, Ambidextrous Selector
- Features: Roller Delayed Blowback Action, Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, Threaded Muzzle, Mp5 Pattern, Ambidextrous Selector, No Stock, Hk51 Pattern, Mp5 Compatible Handguard, 4 Prong Flash Hider
Service history
Operators
- US civilian market · adopted 2023
Production
Production years: 2023-present
Origin
Country of origin: Turkey
Notes
MSRP approximately $1,799. SKU HG7887-N (also HG7887MB-N brace model). Based on the HK51. Full-power 7.62 NATO in a pistol format. Made by MKE, Turkey.
Background
The HK51 was a semi-mythical 'chopped G3' carried by special operators and immortalized in firearms lore for cramming 7.62 NATO punch into an MP5-sized envelope; the AP51 makes that legend buyable.