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| − | [[Image:PLR2.jpg|thumb|right|500px|Kel-Tec PLR-16 | + | [[Image:PLR2.jpg|thumb|right|500px|Kel-Tec PLR-16 - 5.56x45mm]] |
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[[Image:Kel-Tec PLR-16.jpg|thumb|right|501px|Kel-Tec PLR-16 - 5.56x45mm]] | [[Image:Kel-Tec PLR-16.jpg|thumb|right|501px|Kel-Tec PLR-16 - 5.56x45mm]] | ||
| − | The PLR-16 (''Pistol, Long Range'') is a gas operated, semi-automatic carbine chambered in 5.56 mm NATO caliber; it is legally considered a pistol in the United States, despite the use of an intermediate cartridge. It was designed as and is intended as a long-range target and hunting pistol. The PLR-16 has a conventional gas piston operation and utilizes the proven M-16 breech locking system. The rear sight is adjustable for windage. The front sight is of M-16 type. An integrated MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail will accept a multitude of standard accessories. The muzzle end of the barrel is threaded 1/2” -28 to accept standard attachments such as a muzzle brake. Except for the barrel, bolt, sights, and mechanism, the PLR-16 is made entirely of high-impact glass fiber reinforced polymer. Similar to [[Olympic Arms OA-93 Pistol|Olympic Arms OA-93 Pistol]] and [[Bushmaster Carbon 15|Bushmaster Carbon 15]]. | + | |
| + | The '''PLR-16''' (''Pistol, Long Range'') is a gas operated, semi-automatic carbine chambered in 5.56 mm NATO caliber; it is legally considered a pistol in the United States, despite the use of an intermediate cartridge. It was designed as and is intended as a long-range target and hunting pistol. The PLR-16 has a conventional gas piston operation and utilizes the proven M-16 breech locking system. The rear sight is adjustable for windage. The front sight is of M-16 type. An integrated MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail will accept a multitude of standard accessories. The muzzle end of the barrel is threaded 1/2” -28 to accept standard attachments such as a muzzle brake. Except for the barrel, bolt, sights, and mechanism, the PLR-16 is made entirely of high-impact glass fiber reinforced polymer. Similar to [[Olympic Arms OA-93 Pistol|Olympic Arms OA-93 Pistol]] and [[Bushmaster Carbon 15|Bushmaster Carbon 15]]. | ||
==Specifications== | ==Specifications== | ||
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* '''Type:''' Compact carbine (legally a pistol) | * '''Type:''' Compact carbine (legally a pistol) | ||
| − | * '''Caliber(s):''' 5.56x45mm NATO | + | * '''Caliber(s):''' .223 Remington/5.56x45mm NATO |
* '''Weight:''' 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg) | * '''Weight:''' 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg) | ||
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|''[[E-Ring]]''|| ||Special Forces|| EOTech sight and suppressor||2005-2006 | |''[[E-Ring]]''|| ||Special Forces|| EOTech sight and suppressor||2005-2006 | ||
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| + | |''[[Magnum P.I. (2018) - Season 1|Magnum P.I.]]'' || || terrorist assassin ||"From the Head Down" (S1E02) || 2018 | ||
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Revision as of 17:05, 22 May 2019
The PLR-16 (Pistol, Long Range) is a gas operated, semi-automatic carbine chambered in 5.56 mm NATO caliber; it is legally considered a pistol in the United States, despite the use of an intermediate cartridge. It was designed as and is intended as a long-range target and hunting pistol. The PLR-16 has a conventional gas piston operation and utilizes the proven M-16 breech locking system. The rear sight is adjustable for windage. The front sight is of M-16 type. An integrated MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail will accept a multitude of standard accessories. The muzzle end of the barrel is threaded 1/2” -28 to accept standard attachments such as a muzzle brake. Except for the barrel, bolt, sights, and mechanism, the PLR-16 is made entirely of high-impact glass fiber reinforced polymer. Similar to Olympic Arms OA-93 Pistol and Bushmaster Carbon 15.
Specifications
(2006 - Present)
- Type: Compact carbine (legally a pistol)
- Caliber(s): .223 Remington/5.56x45mm NATO
- Weight: 3.1 lbs (1.4 kg)
- Length: 18.5 in (47 cm)
- Barrel length: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)
- Feed System: STANAG Magazines
- Fire Modes: Semi-Auto
PLR-16 has appeared in the following films, television series, video games, and anime used by the following actors:
Film
| Film Title | Actor | Character | Note | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamer | Slayer | 2009 |
Television
| Show Title / Episode | Actor | Character | Note | Air Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Numb3rs / "One Hour" (S03E17) | Kidnapper | 2005-2010 | ||
| E-Ring | Special Forces | EOTech sight and suppressor | 2005-2006 | |
| Magnum P.I. | terrorist assassin | "From the Head Down" (S1E02) | 2018 |
Video Game
| Game Title | Appears as | Mods | Note | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brink | "CARB-9 SMG" | 2011 |
See Also
- Kel-Tec - A list of all firearms manufactured by Kel-Tec.