Century Arms · Pistol · In Production · 2023
| Weight (empty) | 3266 g (115.2 oz) |
| Overall Length | 566 mm (22.28") |
| Barrel Length | 211 mm (8.31") |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Action Type | Roller Delayed Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 780 m/s (2559 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1220 J (900 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 200 m (219 yd) |
| Frame Material | Stamped Steel |
Primary Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
The Century Arms AP53 is a roller-delayed blowback pistol chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, based on the HK53 carbine - a 5.56mm sibling of the MP5 built on the larger HK33 receiver group. Manufactured by MKE in Turkey, it features a cold-hammer-forged 8.3-inch barrel, Navy-style ambidextrous selector, MP5-compatible wide handguard, standard HK33 trigger group, and a 4-prong flash hider, feeding from 30-round HK33-pattern magazines.
Country of Origin: Turkey