Kel-Tec CP33: The New .22 LR Pistol Holds 33 Rounds in Its Magazine

SHOT Show 2019 has come and gone, and with it, we saw some actual innovation. One of the “talks of Vegas” was the Kel-Tec CP33 pistol. Why? Because it holds 33+1 rounds of .22LR in a quad stack magazine. Not to mention there is an extension reportedly on its way for 50 rounds.

Kel-Tec CP33 Features

As far as handguns go, we really like this one. The standard CP33 comes with a 33-round magazine, flush fit to the pistol grip. No additions necessary — it is 33 rounds right out of the box. According to various reports, the 50-round extension is coming sometime in 2019.

Kel-Tec designed the CP33 (Competition Pistol 33) with competition shooting in mind. Along with the 33+1 capacity, the CP33 has a 19-slot Picatinny style top rail, running the length of the dust cover. Need a space for optics? With the picatinny rail and Magpul M-Lok slot, it’s there and then some.

The CP33 target pistol comes with adjustable fiber optic sights, with adjustments for elevation and windage. Additionally, the sights have a 9-inch sight radius, aiding in long range shooting. Featuring a threaded barrel, it is also suppressor ready.

Designed for both right- and left-handed shooters, the CP33 features an ambidextrous heel catch magazine release and safety lever. On the back of the receiver, a rear charging handle chambers a .22 long rifle round from the high-capacity magazine.