The KelTec PLR16 Defender is a compact, rifle-caliber semi-automatic pistol chambered in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO. It accepts standard AR-15 magazines and features a 9.2-inch threaded barrel suitable for muzzle accessories with a 1/2×28 thread pitch. This Defender configuration ships as an enhanced kit that includes a Viridian RFX11 optic, a Magpul angled foregrip, a compact forend, a PLR16 stock/brace adapter and a Strike Industries pistol stabilizer brace.
Key Specifications
- The caliber is .223 Rem/5.56 NATO.
- The action is semi-auto.
- The barrel length is 9.2 inches and is threaded with a 1/2×28 pitch.
- The magazine capacity is 10 rounds and it accepts standard AR-15 magazines.
- The package includes 1 magazine.
- The overall length is 18.5 inches.
- The unloaded weight is 3.4 lbs (54.4 oz).
- The optic footprint is PICATINNY and the receiver is drilled and tapped.
- The sights are adjustable.
- Included accessories are a Viridian RFX11 optic, Magpul angled grip, compact forend, PLR16 stock/brace adapter, and a Strike Industries pistol stabilizer brace.
The PLR16 Defender provides rifle-caliber performance in a compact platform with an accessory kit that supports immediate use at the range and straightforward customization. Its combination of AR-15 magazine compatibility, threaded barrel, and included optic and stabilizer brace make it a practical option for range-focused shooters seeking a configurable pistol package.
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