Kel-Tec P50

History of the Kel-Tec P50

Introduced in 2021, the Kel-Tec P50 is a distinctive semi-automatic handgun that expands the company's pistol range. It fires 5.7x28mm ammo, the same as the Belgian FN P90 PDW. Weighing just 3.2 pounds when empty, with a length of 15 inches and a compact 9.6-inch barrel, it's compact and lightweight. The magazine holds 50 rounds and is uniquely placed horizontally within the frame. Operating similar to the FN P90, it feeds rounds from the magazine by rotating them 90 degrees into the chamber. The transparent magazine shows remaining ammo. Picatinny rails above and below the barrel allow for tactical attachments. The grip is ergonomically angled and textured, with a 5-pound trigger pull. Ambidextrous safety controls are easily accessed. Its firing mechanism utilizes direct recoil action.

Specification

Basics

Years of Service: 2021

Origins: United States

Categories: semi-automatic pistol

Manufacturer: Kel-Tec - USA

Operators: United States

Pistol: Compact design for close work or general self-defense.

Dimensions and Weight

Overall Length: 380mm (14.96 inches)

Barrel length: 244mm (9.61 inches)

Cured weight: 3.15 lbs (1.43 kg)

Attractions: Optional optics.

Action

Semi-automatic: One shot per trigger; self-loading or self-loading action supported by internal mechanisms; stroke management (and initial cocking) typically required by operators; subsequent shots assisted by unlocking/moving bolts.

Backflush operation: The air pressure created by the rearward movement of the fired case provides the necessary bolt movement, case ejection and stripping of the new case from the magazine.

Cartridges and Paper Feeds

Caliber: 5.7x28mm

Circle/Feed: 50 rounds detachable magazine.