The US Army’s New SMG: APC9

in Authors, Levi Sim, SHOT Show 2020
The US Army's New SMG: APC9
B+T’s APC9 is replacing the MP5 for the US Army.

The APC9 K Pro is a Swiss-made submachine gun that recently won a contract with the US Army. As a replacement for the MP5, it’s a mighty good package.

The US Army's New SMG: APC9
All controls are ambidextrous.

The APC9’s blowback action is augmented with hydraulics which reduces felt recoil significantly. It’s got fold-away ambidextrous non-reciprocating charging handles and AR-style grips.

The US Army's New SMG: APC9
The folding charging handles are ambidextrous and non-reciprocating.

Its lower receiver can be swapped to fit various magazines, like Glock or SIG M17 mags.

The US Army's New SMG: APC9
The collapsible stock is replaced with a brace for civilian orders.

The K is the compact version with a collapsible skeletonized stock. There’s also the SD version, which has a shorter 5.75″ barrel intended for police and dignitary escorts, as well as a civilian version with a pistol brace that is semi-auto only. The barrel comes threaded and has B+T’s Tri-lug system for muzzle devices. Keep an eye on GunsAmerica for more on the APC9 K Pro

The US Army's New SMG: APC9
It ships with a threaded barrel and B+T’s Tri-lug mount.

Specs

Caliber9 mm x 19
SystemClose bolt blowback system
OperationSemi-automatic
Length min./max.14.65″ / 21.65″
Width2.17″
Height11.3″
Barrel Length5.43″
Twist Rate1:10″
Weight5.95 lb (incl. 30 round magazine and sights)
Stock Pull13.19″
Primary Sighting SystemAimpoint ACRO P-1
Secondary Sighting SystemFlip-Up emergency sight (not shown)
Sight length8.31″
Suppressor connector3-Lug
NAR Rails1 + 3
Charging handleAmbidextrous, non-reciprocating, foldable charging handle
Magazines15, 20, 25 and 30 rounds, translucent Polymer magazines
HandlingAmbidextrous
Shoulder stockTelescopic
Training SystemSimunition, Manipulation
Also includedOne 15 round magazine, two 30 round magazines, cleaning kit, sling, case, manual
MSRP$2,200

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About the author: Levi Sim Levi is an avid hunter, and an increasingly avid shooter. He strives to make delicious and simple recipes from the game he kills. He makes a living as a professional photographer and writer. Check out his work and he’d love to connect on Instagram: @outdoorslevi

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  • Charles Valenzuela February 5, 2020, 10:48 am

    Nice. Very nice. But not $2200-nice.

    • Mike Cornett February 6, 2020, 5:04 pm

      FYI…..They are deleting my comments because I might say something negative
      about the review. I guess we are not welcome to express our opinions.

  • Kevin Martin February 5, 2020, 5:55 am

    Where do I sign up to buy Army surplus MP-5. Lol.

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