The Kel-Tec SU-16C is a semi-automatic sport-utility carbine configured for .223 Rem/5.56 NATO with a medium-profile 16-inch barrel. It combines a lightweight polymer receiver and under-folding stock with an integrated Picatinny-style rail and deployable bipod for utility and field use. The design accepts standard AR-15/M16 magazines and includes features intended for practical, no-nonsense performance.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO.
- Barrel length is 16 inches.
- Magazine capacity is 10 rounds.
- Action type is Semi-Auto.
- Weight is 4.7 lbs (unloaded).
- Overall length is 35.5 inches when open and 25.5 inches when folded.
- Barrel is chrome-lined and threaded 1/2×28 at the muzzle.
- Includes adjustable iron sights and an integrated Picatinny-style rail for optics.
- Stock is an under-folding polymer stock with storage compartment.
- Accepts AR-15/M16 magazines.
Practical by design, the SU-16C delivers a compact, lightweight package for range work and general utility use. Its combination of a 16″ chrome-lined barrel, folding stock, and AR-15 magazine compatibility makes it a straightforward choice for shooters seeking a dependable, easily stowed carbine built around functional features.
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