Kel-Tec RDB Survival Bullpup Rifle, 5.56 NATO, 16.1-Inch, Black

The Kel-Tec RDB Survival bullpup rifle in 5.56 NATO and black (brand part no. KLTC RDBSBLK) is the smallest and lightest rifle in the RDB lineup, built for shooters who want centerfire rifle power in a compact, lightweight package without giving up velocity. KelTec builds the rifle around a 16.1-inch barrel with a 1:7-inch twist, finished in black nitride, and equips it with folding sights and a manual safety. The rifle feeds from any standard AR-15 magazine at a 20-round capacity, weighs 5 pounds 14 ounces unloaded, and has an overall length of just 26.1 inches thanks to its downward-ejection bullpup layout. Among bullpup semi-auto rifles, the RDB Survival favors shooters who want a go-anywhere, pack-friendly 5.56 platform.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in 5.56 NATO, also runs .223 Remington.
• Uses a compact bullpup layout with downward ejection.
• Feeds from any standard AR-15 magazine at a 20-round capacity.
• Features a 16.1-inch black nitride barrel.
• Rate of twist is 1:7 inches.
• Ships with folding sights.
• Fitted with a manual safety.
• Overall length is just 26.1 inches.
• Weighs 5 pounds 14 ounces unloaded.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is this called the Survival model? It’s the smallest and lightest RDB, built for a compact, lightweight package without giving up 5.56 velocity.

What magazines does this rifle use? Any standard AR-15 magazine, with a 20-round capacity.

Buy the Kel-Tec RDB Survival Bullpup Rifle, Black

Centerfire rifle power in the smallest, lightest RDB package is exactly what the Survival delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.