The Ruger PC Carbine in 9mm is engineered as a robust and adaptable pistol caliber carbine solution, designed for consistent performance across diverse applications including competitive shooting, training, and defensive deployment. Its design prioritizes operational reliability and modularity with standard 9mm ammunition.
Key Features & Engineering
Interchangeable Magazine Wells
The PC Carbine’s modular magazine well system facilitates broad compatibility with widely available 9mm magazines. This includes direct integration with Ruger SR-Series™ and Security-9® pistol magazines, and further expands utility via an included interchangeable mag well for GLOCK® pattern magazines. This feature streamlines logistical demands and optimizes magazine commonality across a shooter’s existing inventory of personal defense firearms.
Cold Hammer-Forged Barrel
A 16.12-inch cold hammer-forged, fluted barrel crafted from chrome-moly steel provides enhanced durability and facilitates rapid cooling. The fixed barrel design mitigates potential accuracy degradation from movement, promoting consistent projectile placement at carbine-appropriate distances. A 1/2″-28 threaded muzzle is standard, allowing direct attachment of muzzle devices, including compensators or sound suppressors, to optimize recoil management or sound signature.
Rapid Takedown System
The carbine incorporates a rapid takedown system, permitting swift separation of the barrel assembly from the receiver via a knurled retention knob. This design feature simplifies field maintenance, cleaning protocols, and mitigates overall length for compact transport and storage.
Integrated Picatinny Rail
A MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail is integral to the receiver, providing a standardized mounting interface for a broad spectrum of optical sighting systems, including red dot sights, low-power variable optics (LPVOs), and other tactical accessory solutions.
Configurable Ergonomics
The charging handle and magazine release are engineered for ambidextrous configuration, allowing operators to reverse their orientation to optimize ergonomic access for both left- and right-handed shooters. This adaptability ensures consistent operational efficiency irrespective of dominant hand preference.
Technical Specifications
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Capacity: 17+1 rounds (Ships with one Ruger SR-Series™ magazine; includes adapter for GLOCK® pattern magazines)
- Barrel Length: 16.12 inches
- Barrel Material: Chrome-Moly Steel
- Barrel Features: Cold Hammer-Forged, Fluted, Threaded (1/2″-28 RH)
- Stock Material: Glass-Filled Nylon Synthetic
- Receiver Material: CNC-Milled Aerospace-Grade 7075-T6 Aluminum
- Receiver Finish: Type III Hard-Coat Anodized
- Overall Length: 34.37 inches
- Weight (Unloaded): 6.8 lbs
- Sights: Protected Blade Front, Adjustable Ghost Ring Rear
- Accessory Interface: Integrated MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny Rail
- Controls: Reversible Charging Handle and Magazine Release
- Takedown: Yes, Rapid Takedown Function
The PC Carbine integrates a durable, glass-filled nylon synthetic stock with a robust 7075-T6 aluminum receiver, achieving an optimal balance of structural integrity and manageable mass. This platform serves as a highly adaptable component for diverse applications, from structured competitive events to general range proficiency and critical defensive scenarios. Its intuitive operational logic, coupled with Ruger’s established manufacturing consistency, renders it a dependable solution for discerning firearm operators seeking reliable performance and system versatility.
