Kalashnikov USA KR-9 SBR

Kalashnikov USA · Carbine · In Production · 2020

Overview

The Kalashnikov USA KR-9 SBR is the short-barreled-rifle variant of the KR-9, an American-made 9x19mm carbine based on the Russian PP-19-01 Vityaz. It pairs a 9.25-inch threaded barrel with the skeletonized triangle side-folding stock, collapsing to just 18.25 inches folded - shorter than an MP5A3 with its stock retracted. The closed-bolt blowback action includes an out-of-battery safety, and the muzzle is threaded 1/2x28 with a factory flash suppressor. As an SBR it requires NFA registration and ATF approval.

Specifications

Weight (empty)	2830 g (99.8 oz)
Overall Length	698.5 mm (27.50")
Folded Length	463.5 mm (18.25")
Barrel Length	234.9 mm (9.25")
Action Type	Blowback
Firing Mechanism	Closed Bolt
Trigger Type	Single Stage
Magazine Capacity	30 rounds
Magazine Type	Detachable Box
Muzzle Velocity	380 m/s (1247 fps)
Muzzle Energy	540 J (398 ft·lbf)
Effective Range	100 m (109 yd)
Barrel Rifling	Right Hand
Frame Material	Stamped Steel
Barrel Material	Steel
Stock Material	Steel
Finish	Black Oxide

Calibers

9x19mm Parabellum · primary · 9mm NATO — also known as 9mm Luger, 9mm NATO, 9x19mm

Features

Firing modes: Semi Automatic
Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety Selector
Features: Closed Bolt Blowback, Out Of Battery Safety, Side Folding Stock, Threaded Barrel, Flash Suppressor, Hinged Top Cover Picatinny Rail, Double Column Double Feed Magazine, Nfa Short Barreled Rifle

Production

Production years: 2020-present

Origin

Country of origin: United States

Notes

NFA item - requires a tax stamp and ATF Form registration to own. Popular for pistol-caliber carbine (PCC) competition and personal defense. Accepts 30-round and 10-round Kalashnikov USA magazines.

Background

At 18.25 inches folded, the KR-9 SBR is more compact than the iconic MP5A3 it competes against, while retaining the rugged AK-derived Vityaz mechanism.