page_title: Kel-Tec PLR-16
hierarchical_section_title: Kel-Tec PLR-16
caption_attribution_description: English: KelTec PLR16
context_page_description: The Kel-Tec PLR-16 is a gas-operated, semi-automatic pistol version of the SU-16, chambered in 5.56 NATO, manufactured by Kel-Tec Industries of Florida.
  The PLR was designed for recreational target shooting, and small game, varmint, or predator hunting. Due to the PLR's 9.25 in barrel, the 5.56×45mm bullet's velocity is slightly reduced compared to its velocity from a traditionally 20 in barrel.
  The PLR-16 combines the multi-lug rotating bolt design and breech-locking system of the AR-15 with a gas piston system. The pistol accepts the same STANAG magazine that is used in the M-16, AR-15, and other NATO rifles chambered for 5.56×45mm.
  The PLR-16's frame is constructed of reinforced polymer, making the pistol both durable and light-weight. The frame incorporates an M-1913-style Picatinny rail molded to the top of the receiver to accept various optical sights.
context_section_description: The Kel-Tec PLR-16 is a gas-operated, semi-automatic pistol version of the SU-16, chambered in 5.56 NATO, manufactured by Kel-Tec Industries of Florida.
  The PLR (Pistol, Long Range) was designed for recreational target shooting, and small game, varmint, or predator hunting.  Due to the PLR's 9.25 in (235 mm) barrel, the 5.56×45mm bullet's velocity is slightly reduced compared to its velocity from a traditionally 20 in (510 mm) barrel.
  The PLR-16 combines the multi-lug rotating bolt design and breech-locking system of the AR-15 with a gas piston system.  The pistol accepts the same STANAG magazine that is used in the M-16, AR-15, and other NATO rifles chambered for 5.56×45mm.
  The PLR-16's frame is constructed of reinforced polymer, making the pistol both durable and light-weight.  The frame incorporates an M-1913-style Picatinny rail molded to the top of the receiver to accept various optical sights.
caption: PLR-16 fitted with 20-round M16 STANAG magazine, compact forend, and Levang linear recoil compensator
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