The KelTec PLR-16 Defender pistol in 5.56 NATO with an enhanced accessory kit (brand part no. PLR16BLKD) delivers rifle-caliber performance in a compact, lightweight pistol platform built from durable Zytel construction. KelTec builds the pistol with a 9.2-inch barrel threaded 1/2×28 for a compensator or flash hider, rated at a 1-in-9 twist. The enhanced kit includes a compact forend, a Viridian RFX11 red dot sight, and a Strike Industries pistol stabilizer brace, giving shooters a ready-to-customize package out of the box. An ambidextrous safety and adjustable iron sights round out the controls. Among rifle-caliber semi-auto handguns, this PLR-16 Defender configuration favors shooters who want compact rifle-caliber performance.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .223 Rem/5.56 NATO, and the capacity is 10+1 rounds.
• The barrel measures 9.2 inches and is threaded 1/2×28.
• A Viridian RFX11 red dot sight ships included in the enhanced kit.
• A Strike Industries pistol stabilizer brace ships with the kit.
• The construction is durable Zytel, keeping weight down.
• The safety is ambidextrous.
• The sights are Adjustable, specifically Iron.
• Rifling twist rate is 1-in-9.
• Capacity is 10+1 rounds.
• The action is Semi-Auto.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this kit include an optic? Yes, a Viridian RFX11 red dot sight ships included.

Is this pistol brace-equipped? Yes, a Strike Industries pistol stabilizer brace ships with the enhanced kit.

Buy the KelTec PLR-16 Defender Pistol

Rifle-caliber performance in a compact, accessory-equipped package is exactly what this PLR-16 Defender delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.