Considering a Pistol Caliber Carbine...which is best?

[Amishman44]

Considering getting a pistol caliber carbine and was wondering what others had, why they selected the one they chose, which caliber, and why?

Looking at the following and weighing out differences:

a) Freedom Ordinance FX-9 with an 8.5" barrel...takes Glock mags...cannot swap out trigger.
b) CMMG Banshee...8.5" barrel...takes Glock mags...can swap the trigger out!
c) Ruger PC-Charger 9mm Pistol...takes Glock or Ruger mags...6.5" barrel...no trigger swap.
d) Just Right Pistol-TD 9mm pistol...6.5" barrel...can swap out trigger.

Anything you can offer that is true, positive, negative, etc. so as to help develop a better picture of each would be helpful.

 

[WebSnyper]

I have an FX-9. I picked it up at the recommendation of some trusted folks on INGO. Last round bolt hold open is nice. Made in Indiana. No hiccups with mine. I've only used OEM Glock mags. Good price point. I did swap out the included KAK blade for an SBA3.
Added some Magpul BUIS, and an angled fore grip and a red dot.

The Banshee looks nice, but price point was quite a bit higher.

I would have liked to seen a Foxtrot Mike in person as the price point looks good and comes with an SBA3. They AR available on PrimaryArms.com

 

[Brad69]

Stribog!

Way superior IMO than AR stuff.

 

[peterock]

I have the FX-9 and have been very happy with it, run ETS 33rd and 21rd mags. My sister purchased the same gun for her first home protection firearm and she also really enjoys the platform.

 

[IndyBeerman]

I have the Just Right Carbine, Glock mags. Very versatile and they make conversion kits so that you can convert to several different calibers and the barrels are threaded so you can run a suppresor if you have one with no mods.

 

[shootersix]

Considering getting a pistol caliber carbine and was wondering what others had, why they selected the one they chose, which caliber, and why?

Looking at the following and weighing out differences:

a) Freedom Ordinance FX-9 with an 8.5" barrel...takes Glock mags...cannot swap out trigger.

Yes you can change the trigger in a fx9 I know a few who’ve dropped in hyper fire triggers and I’m running a rise armament trigger in mine!

 

[DadSmith]

I bought the Ruger PC Carbine in 9mm.
I was originally looking for a 22 magnum semiautomatic then noticed I can buy 9mm for less then started looking into 9mm Carbines. Ruger got the nod because of the changeable mag well. I really like that. I have the Glock mag well installed right now. Glock 9mm mags are plentiful. It was originally bought for varmint/SHTF hunting/self defense because of the plentiful amount of ammo that is around the country and could be bartered for if need be.

The accuracy is very good I've only shot out to 50 yards with it messing around but hit a 6" diamond steel target every shot with cheap ammo.

Another reason I choose Ruger was the price and Ruger makes good firearms.

Only thing I don't like about the Carbine is the weight. However, if you go with the pistol version that should drop the weight by several pounds.

I only have 400rd through my PC 9. Wolf steel case 115gr, Hornady XTP 124gr, Federal HST 147gr, Winchester white box 115gr, Federal Syntech Defense 138gr. It shot them all no problems. I use Pmag 17rd Glock 17 mag, and those 33rd Korean Glock 9mm mags. All worked well.

 

[1775usmarine]

I bought the Ruger PC Carbine in 9mm.
I was originally looking for a 22 magnum semiautomatic then noticed I can buy 9mm for less then started looking into 9mm Carbines. Ruger got the nod because of the changeable mag well. I really like that. I have the Glock mag well installed right now. Glock 9mm mags are plentiful. It was originally bought for varmint/SHTF hunting/self defense because of the plentiful amount of ammo that is around the country and could be bartered for if need be.

The accuracy is very good I've only shot out to 50 yards with it messing around but hit a 6" diamond steel target every shot with cheap ammo.

Another reason I choose Ruger was the price and Ruger makes good firearms.

Only thing I don't like about the Carbine is the weight. However, if you go with the pistol version that should drop the weight by several pounds.

I only have 400rd through my PC 9. Wolf steel case 115gr, Hornady XTP 124gr, Federal HST 147gr, Winchester white box 115gr, Federal Syntech Defense 138gr. It shot them all no problems. I use Pmag 17rd Glock 17 mag, and those 33rd Korean Glock 9mm mags. All worked well.

Same here no issues with mine and am probably close to 900ish rounds majority my reloads through it.

 

[Ggreen]

Stribog!

Way superior IMO than AR stuff.

Agreed. Takes ar triggers too.

 

[DadSmith]

Same here no issues with mine and am probably close to 900ish rounds majority my reloads through it.

If Ruger came out with a 10mm version that used Glock 20 mags it would be in my safe as soon as I could get one.

 

[Mgderf]

It's not a battle rifle, but I'm impressed with my Hi-Point carbine in 10mm.
I know, it's still a Hi-Point...

 

[DadSmith]

It's not a battle rifle, but I'm impressed with my Hi-Point carbine in 10mm.
I know, it's still a Hi-Point...

My buddy uses a 10mm Hi point Carbine for deer hunting he usually bags one every year with it. If it works for the intended purpose who cares.

 

[1775usmarine]

If Ruger came out with a 10mm version that used Glock 20 mags it would be in my safe as soon as I could get one.

I would like to see other mag wells. Got 20 s&w 5900 mags.

 

[sheepdog697]

I would take a hard look at the stribog. It fits in the price range of others you have posted.

 

[Amishman44]

Some good info...thanks everyone!
I'd never come across the Stribog...interesting-looking gun, but if it shoots well, why not?
I've been leaning towards the FX-9, but was told I couldn't/shouldn't swap the trigger out...but sounds like I can and will be okay?
I'm leaning towards the Just Right as I could swap the components and still keep shooting...and price point is good!
Definitely on a learning curve with this concept!

Q: Does anyone shoot +P+ through their PCC???

 

[nipprdog]

I'm leaning towards the Just Right as I could swap the components and still keep shooting...and price point is good!

I used to own a JR carbine. Pain in the ass to clean. In order to take out the bolt, you have to remove the buffer tube.

 

[IndyBeerman]

Some good info...thanks everyone!
I'd never come across the Stribog...interesting-looking gun, but if it shoots well, why not?
I've been leaning towards the FX-9, but was told I couldn't/shouldn't swap the trigger out...but sounds like I can and will be okay?
I'm leaning towards the Just Right as I could swap the components and still keep shooting...and price point is good!
Definitely on a learning curve with this concept!

Q: Does anyone shoot +P+ through their PCC???

Yes, I have shot +P+ in my Just Right, the performance was not worth the extra cost shooting +P+ over +P. That 16 inch barrel lets a standard 9mm get pushed down the barrel at some very good velocities.

 

[MrSmitty]

I was considering a Ruger PC, but money was tight, found a Kel-tec Sub 2000 for $350 plus shipping, and FFL transfer, I've heard some are hit or miss. Mine has about 200 rounds so far, runs good, and it folds to fit in a backpack, which I have taken to carrying with me due to recent events, 2 33 round mags, plus 1 15 round in the gun, should be enough to get home to my long guns.....

 

[Ggreen]

Already been said, generally no need for +p with the extra barrel length.

All pcc's get chosey with hollow points. All of them have some they feed and others they won't. Any person that has told me x gun shots everything fine that went out shooting with me later had had to eat crow at least once.

Shoot the stribog and you won't want anything else in its price range or below.

 

[tacticalmaster45]

I have a FX-9 and use a Hyperfire Genesis trigger in it w/o any problems