| Kimel AP-9 | |
|---|---|
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | A. A. Arms |
| Unit cost | $279 MSRP |
| Produced | 1988–1994 |
| Variants | Mini AP-9 Target AP-9 P-95 AR-9 Carbine |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 3 lbs. 7 oz. (1,559 g) |
| Barrel length | Standard model: 5 in (127 mm) Mini: 3 in (76 mm) |
| Cartridge | 9×19 mm Parabellum |
| Action | Blowback action |
The Kimel AP-9 is a pistol that was manufactured by A. A. Arms and distributed by Kimel Industries, Inc of Indian Trail, North Carolina. A. A. Arms began manufacturing the AP-9 in 1988 and did so until 1994.[1] The AP-9 resembles the TEC-9.
The standard AP-9 has a 5-inch barrel; the AP-9 target began with a 12-inch barrel (Target AP-9), but this was later reduced to 11 inches (AP-9/11 Target); they both have a separate fore end and a fluted barrel. These firearms were banned by most states after the passage of the Federal Assault Weapons Ban.[2][3] After the Assault Weapons Ban of 1994 a ten-round magazine was introduced. Original magazines included 10-round and 20-round capacities.
This firearm had original accessories of a hard plastic case, a nylon case with extra magazine pouches, a forward handle, a flash suppressor and recoil compensator as well as a barrel extension.