Zenith ZF9-G
Zenith Firearms · Pistol · In Production · 2025
Also known as: ZF-9, ZF9-G
Overview
The Zenith ZF9-G is a next-generation 9x19mm pistol-caliber carbine and PDW built on Zenith's proprietary MRDS (Modern Roller Delayed System), a bufferless roller-delayed blowback design that runs without gas system or rear recoil springs. Unlike the MP5-pattern ZF-5 family, the ZF9-G accepts Glock magazines and adds fully ambidextrous controls - safety, bolt release, magazine release, and a non-reciprocating charging handle - along with a last-round bolt-hold-open, a full-length 1913 top rail, and a 1913 rear end plate for brace and stock options. Offered with 5.8-inch and 8.9-inch cold-hammer-forged 4150 CMV threaded barrels.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1814 g (64.0 oz) |
| Barrel Length | 226 mm (8.90") |
| Action Type | Roller Delayed Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Stage |
| Magazine Capacity | 15 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 400 m/s (1312 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 596 J (440 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 100 m (109 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 200 m (219 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 254 mm (10.00") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Stamped Steel |
| Barrel Material | Chrome Moly Steel |
| Finish | Matte Black |
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: Roller Delayed Blowback Action, Bufferless Design, Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, 3 Lug Threaded Muzzle, Glock Magazine Compatible, Full Length Picatinny Rail, 1913 Picatinny Rear End Plate, Ambidextrous Controls, Non Reciprocating Charging Handle, Last Round Bolt Hold Open, Made In Usa
Variants
- Zenith ZF9-G 5.8" — Short Barrel
Service history
Operators
- US civilian market · adopted 2025
Production
Production years: 2025-present
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
MSRP approximately $1,265 (5.8") to $1,285 (8.9"). Glock magazine compatible (ships with a 15-round magazine). 1/2x28 RH 3-lug threaded barrel. Bufferless MRDS design. Made in the USA. Introduced at SHOT Show 2026 alongside the ZF-10.
Background
The ZF9-G is the first product of Zenith's Modern Roller Delayed System, a clean-sheet bufferless roller-locked action that brings Glock-magazine compatibility and full ambidexterity to a platform born from years of MP5 clone manufacturing.