New KelTec R50 Defender Carbine & P50 Rifle Kit Now Shipping!

KelTec is shipping the new R50 Defender carbine and P50 Rifle Kit, both companions to the innovative 5.7x28mm platform. They’re available through dealers and distributors, and the Rifle Kit, offered as a P50 accessory, is also available at KelTecWeapons.com.

“Like many of our rifles, the R50 Defender is ideal for small game hunting, home defense or just enjoying the envy of your friends at the range,” said Managing Director, Derek Kellgren. “Especially if five-seven velocity is your thing.” The 9.6 inch, threaded barrel and optic mounting option gives you everything you need for maximum speed, accuracy and power downrange.

The R50 Defender carbine also features a side-folding stock that rests nicely on either side of the grip. (read AmmoLand’s review of the Kel-Tec P50 in 5.7mm. ) When folded for compact storage, the overall length is only 16.4 inches, including the ½ x 28 threaded barrel. While it comes with utility sights that are adjustable for windage and elevation, the R50 and P50 series receivers offer over 7 inches of picatinny rail space up top for mounting almost any optic or accessory you choose. Two inches of bottom rail space is ideal for light and foregrip options.

KELTEC R50 Defender Carbine
KELTEC R50 Defender Carbine

“We introduced the P50 platform in honor of our 30th Anniversary,” added Adrian Kellgren, Director of Industrial Production, “The R50 carbines are a reliable extension of heritage and commitment to high quality, one-of-a-kind firearms at an affordable price.”

KelTec also added the new P50 Rifle Kit as an accessory for its highly touted P50 pistol, a stock accessory for existing P50 owners that converts the P50 into a short-barrel rifle after the proper government forms are filed and approved.

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A3 Tactical Angled Foregrip - Keltec P50 Rainier Arms $ 66.45
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“There are firearms created to be practical and firearms made to be cool,” concluded Marketing Manager Matt Stanek. “The R50 is both practical and cool.”

KelTec, well known for innovation and performance, is one of the top firearms manufacturers in the world, employing over 300 American citizens, many of whom are Veterans.

For more details, visit KelTecWeapons.com.

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About KelTec

KelTec is an innovative manufacturer of high-performance firearms under the laws of Florida and the United States. KelTec specialize in innovative designs and are proud to have pioneered concealed carry handguns in the United States, starting with the P11.

KelTec is one of the top firearm manufacturers in the USA, and one of the largest in the world. We strongly support the individual right to keep and bear arms as defined in the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

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james

Very disappointed that the P50 Carbine Kit featured at Shot Show is VAPOR WARE and was cancelled before it went into production. Then they dump the P50 pistols at basement bargain prices so they can sell their new carbine.BTW, I own over half a dozen of their firearms.