The KelTec P50 was one of the most unique weapons that the industry has seen in quite a while. Compact and easy to run, it quickly developed a solid following. Today at the ENFORCE TAC 2026 show in Nuremberg, Germany, KelTec has announced the next evolution of this platform. The KelTec KP50 and MP50.
The KelTec KP50 and MP50 – The Next Step for the P50
Launched during KelTec’s 35th Anniversary year, this moment marks a historic milestone for the company with the introduction of the MP50, the first firearm in KelTec’s history designed exclusively for military and law enforcement agencies worldwide. Purpose-built as a modern select-fire platform for professional use, the MP50 represents the next chapter in KelTec’s evolution, expanding the company’s innovative legacy onto the global defense and security stage.
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At the same time, the American commercial market remains a foundational priority, with the KP50 delivering next-generation innovation and high-capacity performance to U.S. consumers in a refined, compact format, honoring the civilian roots that built the KelTec brand over the past three and a half decades. The KP50 and MP50 represent a deliberate refinement of the large-format pistol and machine pistol category, introducing meaningful innovation to a space that has remained largely unchanged for decades.
New Magazine System
At the core of both models is a completely reengineered magazine system. Unlike the original top-hinged configuration, the KP50 and MP50 feature a bottom-insert, drop-free 50-round magazine, enabling faster, more intuitive reloads and improved handling under pressure.
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This redesign preserves the platform’s defining advantage, 50 rounds of standard onboard capacity, while dramatically improving real-world usability. For extended capability, the optional Jungle Clip pairs two 50-round magazines back-to-back, delivering 100 rounds in a compact assembly. Once depleted, users simply remove, rotate 180 degrees, and reinsert to continue running.
KP50 – High Capacity, Refined for Speed
The KP50 is a semi-automatic large-format pistol engineered for enthusiasts, collectors, and customers seeking maximum onboard capacity in a compact package.
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Key features include:
| 50-round standard capacity |
| Fully machined lower receiver featuring the proven KelTec SU16 trigger group |
| Bottom-insert, drop-free magazine system |
| Rear accessory mount |
| Side-folding pistol stabilizer brace compatibility |
| Integrated QD sling cup at the brace/stock adapter (KP50 Braced or SBR versions) |
| B5 Systems grip |
| Non-Reciprocating charging handle |
| Optional 100-round Jungle Clip configuration |
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MP50 – Select-Fire Professional Platform
The MP50 is the select-fire variant developed exclusively for qualified law enforcement and military agencies worldwide. Mechanically identical to the KP50 at its core, the MP50 adds select-fire capability, offering both semi-automatic precision and full-automatic performance in a compact machine pistol format.
Designed as George Kellgren’s vision for a modern military-grade machine pistol, the MP50 delivers:
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| 50-round standard capacity |
| Bottom-insert, drop-free reload system |
| Semi-automatic and full-automatic fire modes |
| Side-folding stock |
| Rear accessory rail for alternative configurations |
| Integrated QD sling attachment |
| B5 Systems grip interface |
| MagPul MBUS flip sights |
The MP50 provides high-capacity performance without the bulk traditionally associated with submachine guns. Compact dimensions. Substantial onboard capacity. Select-fire capability. Built for modern professional demands. The MP50 is restricted to qualified military and law enforcement sales.
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KP50 / MP50 Speed loader
KelTec is also introducing the new KP50 / MP50 Speed loader, the first of its kind, designed specifically for a 50-round pistol platform. Engineered to dramatically improve loading efficiency, it significantly reduces the time and effort required to charge full-capacity magazines.
“The MP50 and civilian KP50 were engineered as complete solutions from the ground up. Every component, material selection, and machining process was evaluated to ensure a premium level of durability, precision, and performance. The result is a platform built to meet modern professional demands while delivering the same uncompromising quality to the commercial market.” – Adrian Kellgren – Co-Owner, KelTec CNC Industries, Inc.
Availability
At launch, KelTec will offer the KP50 platform in multiple configurations to meet a wide range of customer needs, including:
- KP50 Pistol
- KP50 Pistol with Side-Folding Pistol Stabilizing Brace
- KP50 Short Barreled Rifle (SBR)
- KelTec Direct Factory Exclusive KP50 Defender
In addition, the MP50 select-fire variant will be available exclusively to qualified military and law enforcement agencies worldwide.
For more information, visit KelTec.
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