KE Arms LLC · Carbine · In Production · 2020
| Weight (empty) | 2250 g (79.4 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 WWSD 2020 is an ultra-lightweight semi-automatic carbine chambered in 5.56x45mm NATO, weighing roughly 2.25 kg (5 lb) unloaded - exceptionally light for a 16-inch AR-15. It is built on the KP-15 monolithic polymer lower receiver, injection molded from 30% glass-filled nylon, which integrates the buffer tube, fixed A1-length buttstock, pistol grip and trigger guard as a single part. The upper pairs a 16-inch Faxon pencil-profile barrel with a 1:7 twist and mid-length gas system to a c...
Country of Origin: United States
Designer: Russell Phagan / Karl Kasarda / Ian McCollum