KE Arms KP-9

KE Arms LLC · Carbine · In Production · 2021

Weight (empty)2675 g (94.4 oz)
Overall Length870 mm (34.25")
Barrel Length406 mm (15.98")
Magazine Capacity17 rounds
Action TypeBlowback
Firing MechanismHammer Fired
Muzzle Velocity420 m/s (1378 fps)
Muzzle Energy657 J (485 ft·lbf)
Effective Range100 m (109 yd)
Frame MaterialPolymer

Primary Caliber: 9x19mm Parabellum

The KE Arms KP-9 is a 9x19mm pistol-caliber carbine built on a monolithic polymer lower receiver that is the 9mm sibling of the KP-15. Like the KP-15 it is injection molded from 30% glass-filled nylon - here in two halves that are sonically welded together - with the buffer tube, fixed A1-length 13-inch-LOP buttstock, pistol grip and trigger guard formed as integral parts. The KP-9 feeds from inexpensive, widely available Glock 9mm magazines through a flared magwell for fast reloads, and operate...

Country of Origin: United States

Designer: Russell Phagan