Century Arms AP53 5.56 NATO Pistol 8.3" Black
$1,699.99
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Compact 5.56 NATO pistol with 8.3" cold hammer-forged barrel, 30-round magazine, ambidextrous safety, and 1913 Picatinny rail. Includes flash hider and two magazines.
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Century Arms AP53: Modern Sporting Pistol in 5.56 NATO
The Century Arms AP53 represents a thoughtful interpretation of a proven design, chambered in the versatile 5.56x45mm NATO cartridge. This semi-automatic pistol delivers the reliability and handling characteristics serious shooters demand.
Barrel and Accuracy
- 8.3-inch cold hammer-forged chrome-lined barrel with 1/2x28 threaded muzzle
- 1-in-12 twist rate optimized for standard 5.56 ammunition
- 4-prong flash hider included to reduce muzzle signature
- Fixed front sight with adjustable rear diopter sight for precise aiming
Controls and Ergonomics
- Ambidextrous safety selector accommodates both right and left-handed shooters
- Paddle magazine release for intuitive magazine changes
- Navy-style grip module with polymer construction for comfortable, secure handling
- MP5-compatible wide handguard provides excellent control and accessory mounting
Construction and Reliability
- Stamped steel receiver with black lacquer paint finish for durability
- Standard HK33-pattern trigger group proven in demanding conditions
- 1913 Picatinny optics rail for mounting modern sights and accessories
- Overall length: 23.3 inches — compact enough for vehicle storage, substantial enough for accurate shooting
Magazine and Capacity
- 30-round HK33-pattern polymer magazines (two included)
- High-capacity design for extended shooting sessions
The AP53 is built for shooters who value reliability, ergonomic design, and practical versatility in a modern sporting pistol.
Features
- caliber: 5.56x45mm nato
- navy-style grip module with ambidextrous safety
- grip material: polymer
- receiver: stamped steel with lacquer paint over manganese phosphate finish
- barrel: cold hammer-forged chrome-lined, 8.3 inches, 1/2x28 threaded
- 4-prong flash hider
- magazine capacity: 30 rounds
- sight configuration: fixed front sight and adjustable rear sight on 1913 picatinny rail
- trigger set-up: standard hk33
- overall length: 22.3 inches
- overall height: 10 inches
- overall width: 2.2 inches
- barrel twist: 1:7 rh
- weight unloaded: 7.2 lbs
- birdcage flash hider
- paddle magazine release
- picatinny optics mount
Attributes
Action:
Semi-Auto
Barrel Length:
8.3"
Caliber:
5.56x45mm NATO
Capacity:
30+1
Color:
Black
Features:
Not Specified
Finish:
Black
Finish:
Black Lacquer
Frame:
Polymer Frame
Grips:
Polymer
Hand Orientation:
Right Hand
Included Magazines:
1x30rd
Model:
AP53
Model Series:
AP
Model Series:
AP53
Optic:
No Optic
Overall Length:
22.3"
Overall Length:
23.3"
Safety:
Ambidextrous 2-Position Thumb Safety
Scope Cover Included:
Not Specified
Sights:
Adjustable Sights
Sights:
Rear Diopter
Suppressor:
No
Thread Pattern:
1/2-28
Twist Rate:
1:12
