The B&T APC-9 PRO submachine gun is a modern self-reloading weapon in 9 × 19 mm caliber , equipped with a 175 mm barrel. The design won the bid for a modern pistol for the US Army because of its versatility and susceptibility to modification and easy adaptation to the shooter's personal preferences. The APC-9 PRO model is an improved version of the entire APC pistol family. Compared to its predecessor , it has been equipped with a double-sided and folding reloading lever and has been adapted to operate with practice ammunition. This made the APC-9 PRO an excellent tool for professionals and at the same time an exciting proposition for enthusiasts of sport shooting, including IPSC. The model is a purely self-reloading weapon with no continuous fire capability.
Features of the Brügger & Thomet APC-9 submachine gun:
- It is a very ergonomic design and adapted for left- and right-handed shooters.
- It has a light weight due to the use of a polymer trigger chamber and an aluminum breech.
- It operates on the simple principle of free breech recoil.
- It is simple to disassemble and clean, and does not require advanced tools to do so.
- It shoots popular and readily available 9 × 19 mm Parabellum ammunition.
- It is equipped with 4 Picantinny type 22 mm mounting rails (top of the breech chamber and front bed).
- Duplicated manipulators: breech and magazine catch, as well as reloading lever and safety.
- It is powered by interchangeable polymer magazines for 15 or 30 rounds.
- It has the ability to attach a carry belt thanks to QD quick-release inputs.
- It has a low weight and form suitable for modern battlefield conditions.
- It is equipped with mechanical and collapsible targeting instruments (musket and peephole).
- It comes with an Aimpoint ACRO P-1 collimator and a QD front grip.
- The gun has a left-folding polymer buttstock.
Lightweight breech and trigger compartment
For maximum light weight, the design relies on the use of a reinforced polymer, which is a fiberglass-filled nylon. This plastic is characterized by excellent mechanical properties. Steel and aluminum were used only in places where its use was structurally required.
Mechanism of operation of the weapon
The APC-9 pistol operates on the simple principle of a free breech recoil, supported by a return spring. The reloading lever is located on the left and right sides, just on the front bed, and is stationary during firing. It is also easily accessible by the hand supporting the weapon. It can also serve as a thumb rest to increase stability during dynamic target shooting.
Targeting instruments
The weapon is factory-equipped with mechanical targeting instruments in the form of a folding sight and a bow tie. Thanks to the Picantinny 22mm rail, you can independently install any form of targeting instruments such as a collimator. Additional rails on the front bed will facilitate the attachment of a flashlight or laser pointer.
Barrel characteristics
The weapon has a 175mm long steel barrel. The threads of the barrel tube are furrowed 1:10, covered with nitriding. At the barrel's exit there is a 3-LUG quick attachment for a sound suppressor.
The magazine used in the weapon
The PM APC-9 is powered by a magazine made of transparent plastic, which ensures easy evaluation of the remaining ammunition. It is available in three versions: for 15, 20 and 30 rounds.
Along with the weapon you will receive in the set:
- Aimpoint ACRO P-1 collimator,
- Detachable mechanical sighting instruments,
- QD type front grip,
- Cleaning kit,
- Belt suspension,
- Carrying case,
- Owner's manual.
