#html-body [data-pb-style=YUD6HR9]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}The Kel-Tec PLR-16 is a gas-operated, semi-automatic pistol engineered for long-range target shooting and hunting applications. Chambered in 5.56mm NATO, it combines rifle-grade performance with a compact pistol platform. The PLR-16 utilizes a conventional gas piston operating system and incorporates the proven M16-style rotating bolt locking system, ensuring reliable function and durability.Designed with accuracy and adaptability in mind, the pistol features an adjustable rear sight for windage and an M16-style front sight for familiar sight alignment. An integrated MIL-STD 1913 Picatinny rail allows for easy mounting of optics and accessories, expanding its versatility for various shooting setups. The barrel is threaded 1/2x28 TPI, accommodating standard muzzle devices such as muzzle brakes.To keep weight to a minimum without sacrificing strength, the PLR-16 is constructed primarily from high-impact, glass-fiber-reinforced polymer, with steel components used only where necessary-including the barrel, bolt, sights, and operating mechanism. The result is a lightweight, rugged, and innovative firearm that delivers impressive performance in a uniquely compact package.