KE Arms LLC · Carbine · In Production · 2023
| Weight (empty) | 2450 g (86.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 838 mm (32.99") |
| Barrel Length | 406 mm (15.98") |
| Magazine Capacity | 30 rounds |
| Action Type | Gas Operated Direct Impingement |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Muzzle Velocity | 945 m/s (3100 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 1730 J (1276 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 500 m (547 yd) |
| Frame Material | Polymer |
Primary Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO
The KE Arms KP-15 CDR (Community Defense Rifle) is a budget-oriented, lightweight semi-automatic 5.56x45mm NATO carbine introduced in 2023 as an economy-model evolution of the WWSD platform. At roughly 5.4 lb (about 2.45 kg) as configured, it is built on the KP-15 monolithic polymer lower receiver of injection-molded 30% glass-filled nylon, with an integral fixed stock, pistol grip and trigger guard. The upper carries a 16-inch lightweight 5.56 NATO nitride-coated barrel with a 1:7 twist, a mid-...
Country of Origin: United States
Designer: Russell Phagan