CMMG Banshee MKGs 9mm Pistol, 5" Barrel
CMMG's Banshee MKGs is a 9mm AR pistol built on the proven MKGs platform. It feeds standard Glock-pattern magazines, features a 5" barrel, RipBrace, and M-LOK handguard with full accessory mounting.
CMMG Banshee MKGs 9mm Pistol
The Banshee MKGs represents CMMG's answer to shooters seeking a modern 9mm AR pistol that leverages the most common double-stack magazine platform available today—Glock-pattern magazines. This is a significant advantage for those already invested in Glock pistol magazines.
Operating System & Reliability
The Banshee MKGs employs a fixed ejector radial delayed blowback system, a proven operating method that provides reliable function without the complexity of a traditional gas system. This design contributes to the pistol's 4.5-pound weight and compact 20.8-inch overall length.
Essential AR Features
Despite its pistol configuration, the Banshee MKGs incorporates genuine AR-platform features:
- Last round bolt hold open for tactical awareness and administrative handling
- CMMG RipBrace for rapid deployment and improved control
- CMMG EML4 M-LOK handguard with full-length slots on both sides and bottom, plus M-LOK sections between top Picatinny rail sections
- Ambidextrous charging handle for left and right-handed shooters
- CMMG ZEROED 60/90-degree safety selector for intuitive operation
- Drop-in single-stage trigger for predictable break
Specifications
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Barrel: 5 inches, 4140CM steel, 1:10 twist rate
- Muzzle Device: CMMG ZEROED Linear Compensator (1/2 x 28 threads)
- Receivers: Billet 6061-T6 aluminum upper; MKGs forged 7075-T6 aluminum lower
- Magazine Capacity: 33 rounds (Glock-pattern)
- Finish: Cerakote Standard (Armor Black)
- Weight: 4.5 pounds
The Banshee MKGs is an excellent choice for shooters who want AR ergonomics and modularity in a compact 9mm platform.
