Small Arms Review Editorial Staff
Maxim Defense Industries
PDX
Part of Maxim’s MDX line of firearms, the PDX was born from the SOCOM PDW solicitation and designed to fulfill a broad spectrum of needs by today’s law enforcement and military operations. At just 18.75in in overall length, the PDX delivers groundbreaking power and performance. At the heart of the award-winning PDX is Maxim’s SCW system. This patent-pending system dramatically decreases length by integrating interchangeable buffer weights directly into the BCG, giving you maximum performance and versatility without sacrificing form and functionality.
- Model: PDX
- Species: Semi-Automatic or Select Fire
- Caliber: 5.56 NATO, .300 BLK and 7.62x39mm
- Overall Length: 18.75in
- Barrel Lengths Available: 5.5in
- Weight (standard model, empty magazine, no optic or bipod): 5lbs 11oz
- Feed System: Magazine, 20rd
- MSRP: $2,295.00
- maximdefense.com
Armalite
AR-19
The AR-19 is a lightweight, compact 9mm pistol designed for ultra-maneuverability. It’s supplied with flip-up sights, M-LOK handguard, and an adjustable pistol brace for enhanced stability. Additional features include ambidextrous charging handle and safety selector.
- Action: Semi-Auto
- Caliber: 9X19MM Luger
- Overall Length: 27.5 inches (24.5 inches collapsed)
- Barrel Lengths Available: 8.5 inches
- Weight: 5.2 pounds w/empty mag
- Feed System: Magazine-fed, Glock-pattern
- MSRP: $1,113
- armalite.com
Armalite
M153GN13
Purpose-built for three-gun and practical rifle competition, the M153GN13 is ready to dominate right out of the box. The lightweight MBA-1 buttstock features an adjustable cheek height and length-of-pull adjustments. This rifle is highly customizable, with an adjusting gas block and tunable muzzle brake to give the user the opportunity to tune the rifle for a specific purpose or ammunition.
- Action: Semi-Auto
- Caliber: .223 Wylde
- Overall Length: 35.5 inches
- Barrel Lengths Available: 13.5 inches
- Weight: 6.5 pounds w/empty mag
- Feed System: Magazine-fed, AR-pattern
- MSRP: $1,727
- armalite.com
B&T AG – Switzerland
SPC9 SD PDW
The B&T SPC9 SD PDW is unique as it comes complete with an integrated compact suppressor. The barrel is ported to reduce the velocity of the standard FMJ loads to subsonic velocity, thus not breaking the speed of sound. The PDW can be ordered to accept B&T, Glock, SIG 320, Walther P99, or HKSPF9 magazines. The product exists in semi-automatic only. B&T produces other products with the ability for select fire.
- Action: Semi-Auto
- Caliber: 9X19MM
- Overall Length: 21.25 inches (16.1 inches closed)
- Barrel Lengths Available: 4.5 inches
- Weight: 6.38 pounds w/empty mag
- Feed System: Lower receiver options for B&T, Glock, SIG 320, Walther P99, or HKSPF9 mags
- MSRP: Contact Dealer
- bt-arms.com
B&T AG – Switzerland
APC9 PRO K
The APC9K was adopted in 2019 by the U.S. Army as its next-generation Subcompact Weapon (SCW). The weapon performed extremely well during the official Picatinny Arsenal trials. It had the most noticeable performance by having only two stoppages over an 18,000-round torture test and accuracy that far exceeded the required 100mm group at 35 meters. The APC9 Pro K can be ordered with a corresponding lower to accept B&T, Glock, SIG 320, Walther P99 or HKSPF9 magazines.
- Action: Select-Fire
- Caliber: 9x19mm, .40 S&W, 10mm, ,45 ACP
- Overall Length: 21.7 inches (14.7 inches closed)
- Barrel Lengths Available: 5.4 inches
- Weight: 5.94 pounds w/empty mag
- Feed System: Lower receiver options for B&T, Glock, SIG 320, Walther P99, or HKSPF9 mags
- MSRP: Contact Dealer
- bt-arms.com
Beretta USA
PMX
Beretta’s next generation PMX PDW was developed specifically for the demanding needs of defense professionals around the world. The extensive use of polymer materials and light alloy metals allowed the design of a compact, lightweight, yet rugged design, one which is versatile and easy to deploy in combat. The operation of the PMX is based on a blow-back system design with closed-bolt firing mode. Reliability, accuracy, and safety are the highlights of the Beretta PMX.
- Action: Select Fire (Auto and Semi-Automatic)
- Caliber: 9x19mm NATO
- Overall Length: 25.2 inches (16.5 inches folded)
- Barrel Lengths Available: 6.89 inches
- Weight: 5.5 pounds w/empty mag
- Feed System: 30rd box magazine, translucent polymer
- MSRP: LE/MIL only; Price available upon request
- berettadefensetechnologies.com
CMMG
FourSix
The CMMG FourSix is the first-ever AR to hit the civilian market that’s chambered in 4.6x30mm. With an impressive 40-round magazine capacity, light recoil, and great penetration at close distances, CMMG’s FourSix is here to reimagine the personal defense weapon. CMMG’s FourSix is built on the company’s BANSHEE, Mk4 platform which features AR-15 controls and modularity. Best of all, the patented CMMG 40RD 4.6x30mm magazine will seat into a standard AR-15 magwell, which means users can pair their existing AR-15 lower receiver with a CMMG FourSix upper receiver and magazine.
- Action: Semi-Auto
- Caliber: 4.6x30mm
- Overall Length: 26.9 in
- Barrel Lengths Available: 8 in.
- Weight: 5.4 pounds w/empty mag
- Feed System: Proprietary, AR-style magazine
- MSRP: $1,400
- cmmg.com
Heckler & Koch
SP5K-PDW
Who wants a copy when you can own the real thing? The SP5K-PDW is a semi-automatic, civilian-friendly version of the ultimate close quarters weapon – the HK MP5K. It’s loaded with authentic features, like a 4.5-inch barrel with a navy-style threaded tri-lug adaptor, paddle magazine release, and fluted chamber.
- Action: Semi-Auto, roller-delayed blowback
- Caliber: 9x19mm
- Overall Length: 13.8 inches
- Barrel Lengths Available: 5.83 inches
- Weight: 4.2 pounds w/empty mag
- Feed System: Magazine-fed, HK MP5-pattern mags
- MSRP: $2,799
- Hk-usa.com
Mossberg
590S Shockwave
Mossberg 590S-series 12-gauge pump-actions are capable of cycling 1.75, 2.75 and 3-inch shotshells interchangeably without the use of an adaptor. The series includes two full-length stock and two Shockwave versions, the shortest of which is featured here. Key changes include redesigned elevator, bolt slide and an energy-absorbing bumper. This patent-pending platform allows the user to load their choice of shotshell length/type for their specific needs, and in any combination. Use of shorter shell lengths will also increase the overall capacity of the 590S.
- Action: Pump-Action
- Caliber: 12-gauge
- Overall Length: 26.37 inches
- Barrel Lengths Available: 14.375 inches
- Weight: 5.3 pounds w/empty mag
- Feed System: Tubular magazine
- MSRP: $623
- mossberg.com
Q
Honey Badger SD
The OG Honey Badger was developed at AAC by previous owner and Q founder Kevin Brittingham and his R&D team at the request of an elite U.S. Special Operations group looking to replace their MP5-SD’s with an upgraded platform. Requirements included the ability to shoot a rifle caliber round while maintaining low visibility and excellent signature suppression. Developed in conjunction with 300 AAC Blackout, the Honey Badger was born, exceeded expectations, but never made it to the commercial market.
Enter the Honey Badger SD by Q. At first glance, this Honey Badger appears to be the same as the original. Q focused on taking the iconic Badger to the next level and improved upon every technical aspect of the first-generation design. From the proprietary, under-handguard suppressor, custom gas system, custom AR trigger, and its telescoping stock – HB 2.0 does not disappoint.
Want a Honey Badger, but don’t want to deal with the hassle of a two-stamp gun? Q offers the Honey Badger SBR with a short handguard and no can making it 6 inches shorter, overall, as shown below.
- Action: Semi-Auto
- Caliber: 300 BLK
- Overall Length: 31 inches (26 inches collapsed)
- Barrel Length: 7 inches
- Weight: 5.4 pounds w/empty mag
- Feed System: AR-15 magazines
- MSRP: $3,499 ($2,999 SBR version)
- Liveqordie.com
| This article first appeared in Small Arms Review V26N2 (February 2022) |
