The B&T SPC-9 submachine gun with folding stock is a modern semi-automatic pistol adapted to the 9 × 19 mm caliber and equipped with a 229 mm barrel. The design combines the best solutions of the APC-9 submachine gun and the ergonomics of the AR-15 platform, resulting in a lightweight, ergonomic and compact weapon dedicated to uniformed services and sporting applications. In addition, the use of a hydraulic return device made the weapon characterized by low recoil and thus the ability to quickly return to the target. The version shown has an adjustable telescopic buttstock.
Features of the Brügger & Thomet SPC-9 pistol:
- It is a very ergonomically designed structure 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 chamber.
- It operates on the simple and reliable principle of free breech recoil.
- It is equipped with an extendable (4 positions) telescopic buttstock.
- It has a patented hydraulic element installed, which significantly reduced the recoil sensation.
- It is easy to disassemble and clean, and does not require advanced tools to do so.
- It has in 2 Picantinny type 22mm mounting rails on the frame and bed, and M-LOK type mounts.
- Duplicated manipulators: breech latch, magazine and reloading lever and wing fuse.
- It is powered by a replaceable polymer magazine with a capacity of 30 rounds.
- It has the ability to attach a carry belt thanks to QD port inputs.
- It is equipped with mechanical and collapsible targeting instruments (musket and peephole).
- It comes with an AIMPOINT Micro T-1 2 MOA collimator.
Lightweight breech and trigger chamber in the SPC-9
For maximum light weight, the design relies on the use of a reinforced polymer, which is a fiberglass-filled nylon. This plastic has excellent mechanical properties. Steel and aluminum were used only in places where its use was structurally required.
Mechanism of operation of the weapon
The SPC-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. An additional handle is located at the rear, as is the case with AR-15 carbines .
Targeting instruments
The weapon has mechanical sighting instruments in the form of a folding sight and a bow tie. Thanks to the 22mm Picantinny rail, you can install any form of other sighting instruments yourself. Additional M-LOK holes on the front bed will facilitate the attachment of a flashlight or laser pointer. The gun is equipped with an AIMPOINT Micro T-1 2 MOA collimator .
Barrel characteristics
The weapon has a threaded steel barrel of 229 mm (9'') in length. There is a 3-LUG quick release fitting on the barrel's discharge for a sound moderator.
The magazine used in the weapon
The SPC-9 is powered by a 30-round magazine made of sturdy plastic for a lightweight design. The model is also compatible with magazines with a capacity of 10, 20 and 30 rounds.
Along with the weapon you will receive in the set:
- AIMPOINT Micro T-1 2 MOA collimator.
- Weapon cleaning kit,
- Mounting suspension.