| Kel-Tec PLR-16 | |
| Origin: | United States |
| Type: | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Is Ranged: | yes |
| Designer: | George Kellgren |
| Manufacturer: | Kel-Tec CNC Industries Inc. |
| Production Date: | 2006-present |
| Weight: | 3.42lbs[1] |
| Length: | 18.5inches |
| Part Length: | 9.2inches |
| Cartridge: | 5.56mm NATO |
| Action: | Gas-operated |
| Velocity: | 2600ft/s |
| Feed: | STANAG |
| Sights: | Iron sights |
The Kel-Tec PLR-16 is a gas-operated, semi-automatic pistol version of the SU-16, chambered in 5.56 NATO, manufactured by Kel-Tec Industries of Florida.
The PLR (Pistol, Long Range) was designed for recreational target shooting, and small game, varmint, or predator hunting. Due to the PLR's 9.25inches barrel, the 5.56×45mm bullet's velocity is slightly reduced compared to its velocity from a traditionally 20inches barrel.
The PLR-16 combines the multi-lug rotating bolt design and breech-locking system of the AR-15 with a gas piston system. The pistol accepts the same STANAG magazine that is used in the M-16, AR-15, and other NATO rifles chambered for 5.56×45mm.[2]
The PLR-16's frame is constructed of reinforced polymer, making the pistol both durable and light-weight. The frame incorporates a Picatinny rail molded to the top of the receiver to accept various optical sights.
It is one of very few ar-15 based pistols that is not encumbered with a bulky buffer tube protruding from the rear.