Kel-Tec PLR-16

Kel-Tec PLR-16 - 5.56x45mm

Kel-Tec PLR-16 - 5.56x45mm. Accessorized common version

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 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

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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
World of Guns: Gun Disassembly	Kel Tec PLR 16	flash hider, grip with flashlight, tactical grip, ACOG and EOTech sight, suppressor, railed handguard, 20-round STANAG and PMAGs mags		2014

See Also

• Kel-Tec - A list of all firearms manufactured by Kel-Tec.