Century Arms AP53
Century Arms · Pistol · In Production · 2023
Overview
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.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 3266 g (115.2 oz) |
| Overall Length | 566 mm (22.28") |
| Barrel Length | 211 mm (8.31") |
| Action Type | Roller Delayed Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 780 m/s (2559 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1220 J (900 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 200 m (219 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 500 m (547 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Polygonal |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Stamped Steel |
| Barrel Material | Chrome Moly Steel |
| Finish | Lacquer |
Calibers
- 5.56x45mm NATO · primary · 5.56mm NATO — also known as 5.56 NATO, .223 Remington (parent), SS109
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, Hk53 Pattern, Mp5 Compatible Wide Handguard, 4 Prong Flash Hider, Navy Style Assembly
Service history
Operators
- US civilian market · adopted 2023
Production
Production years: 2023-present
Origin
Country of origin: Turkey
Notes
MSRP approximately $1,799. SKU HG7888-N (also HG7888MB-N brace model). Based on the HK53. Tested to NATO environmental standards. Made by MKE, Turkey.