KelTec PLR16 Defender – 5.56 NATO, 9.2" Barrel, RFX11, Strike Industries Brace, Magpul AFG (PLR16BLKD)
The PLR16 Defender is KelTec's factory package on the PLR-16 platform: a 5.56 NATO pistol with a 9.2-inch barrel, polymer frame, and nitride finish, plus the Defender add-ons KelTec publishes for this SKU — a Viridian RFX11 optic, a Strike Industries stabilizer brace, a Magpul angled grip, and a compact forend. KelTec part PLR16BLKD, UPC 640832011043.
This listing is the PLR16 Defender package (PLR16BLKD) only.
Defender Package
Per KelTec's Defender listing and 2026 product guide, this configuration includes:
- Compact forend
- Viridian RFX11 optic
- Strike Industries stabilizer brace
- Magpul angled grip (AFG)
Barrel, Controls, and Sights
- 9.2" barrel, muzzle threaded 1/2x28, 1:9 twist.
- Adjustable rear and fixed front iron sights as backup aiming options.
- Two-position crossbolt safety.
- KelTec lists overall length 18.5" and unloaded weight 3.4 lb on this platform.
KelTec PLR16 Defender Specifications
| Manufacturer | KelTec |
| Model | PLR16 Defender |
| Part Number | PLR16BLKD |
| UPC | 640832011043 |
| Caliber | 5.56 NATO / .223 Rem |
| Action | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Barrel Length | 9.2" |
| Muzzle Threads | 1/2x28 |
| Twist Rate | 1:9 |
| Capacity (listed) | 10 rounds |
| Frame | Polymer |
| Finish | Nitride |
| Overall Length | 18.5" |
| Weight (unloaded) | 3.4 lb |
| Optic | Viridian RFX11 (included on this package) |
| Brace | Strike Industries stabilizer brace |
| Foregrip | Magpul angled grip |
| Forend | Compact forend |
| Iron Sights | Adjustable rear, fixed front |
| Safety | Two-position crossbolt |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the bare PLR-16 or the Defender package?
This listing is the PLR16 Defender package, part PLR16BLKD — with the Viridian RFX11, Strike Industries brace, Magpul angled grip, and compact forend as KelTec publishes for this SKU.
What optic is included?
KelTec lists a Viridian RFX11 on the PLR16 Defender.
What brace is on it?
KelTec's 2026 product guide lists a Strike Industries stabilizer brace for the PLR16 Defender.
What is the barrel thread?
KelTec publishes 1/2x28 on the 9.2" barrel.
Internal Reference:
PLR16BLKD
Barcode:
640832011043
| Brand: KelTec |
| Model: PLR16 |
| Caliber: 5.56mm |
| Capacity: 10 |
| Barrel Length: 9" |
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