KelTec has announced a new iteration of its 9mm Sub2000 folding carbine, aptly named the Sub2000 Gen3. KelTec says the new Sub2000 features a patent-pending rotating forend with single twist-and-fold motion.

“No longer is it necessary to remove your favorite optics before folding the Sub2000 in half,” said KelTec’s Managing Director Derek Kellgren. “Just release the barrel assembly with the push of a lever, twist the forend in either direction, and fold, snapping it into place. One quick, simple motion is all it takes.”

Not only does the Gen3 easily fold in half with a single motion for storage, but its simple, single-handed maneuver also maintains a seamless and quick deployment, KelTec says.

Other Sub2000 Gen3 updates include an aluminum trigger and redesigned trigger mechanics for a lightened 5-pound trigger pull. It also provides more precise feedback for a clean, isolated trigger pull, translating into increased accuracy and quick follow-up shots.

“The Gen3 is everything Sub2000 fans have been asking for to make shooting and storage smoother and easier,” said Adrian Kellgren, KelTec’s director of industrial production. “We even redesigned the operating handle for upgraded action.”

This upgraded action of the Sub2000’s redesigned operating handle provides added comfort, a lightened action for easy racking, and an ambidextrous bolt hold-open. All additions provide for improved carbine manipulation, the company says.

Weighing just 4.2 pounds when unloaded, with an overall length of 30.45 inches and 16.15 inches folded, the Sub2000 Gen3 facilitates easier hiking and climbing. The 16.15-inch barrel is designed for reliable, accurate shooting.

The 9mm Sub2000 Gen3 is available in a variety of magazine configurations, including Glock, allowing owners to use Glock 9mm mags in the pistol caliber carbine.

Another new feature in the Gen3 is the loaded chamber indicator. This visual indicator is in the form of a peephole above the chamber. When a round is chambered, the brass is visible through the peephole.

“The new SUB2000 GEN3 is another example of KelTec reliability and innovation,” said Marketing Manager Matt Stanek.

KelTec expects to begin shipping to dealers and distributors in the first quarter of 2024. For more details, visit KelTecWeapons.com .