SA AR9 Carbine M-LOK PDW (SA-X02 EDGE 2.0™) - Black/Tan

Compact PDW AR9 Type Weapon

AR9, a modern variant of the legendary AR platform, is adapted for use with pistol cartridges, usually 9mm Luger. This concept combines the advantages of the popular AR-15 rifle with the benefits of smaller and cheaper ammunition.
The origin of AR9 dates back to the 1960s when the original AR-15 was designed by Eugene Stoner and manufactured by Armalite, initially intended for military use. In the 1980s and 1990s, the AR platform began gaining popularity among civilian users, and firearm manufacturers started experimenting with various variants, including those chambered in pistol cartridges.
In 2000, the AR9 was created as a specialized variant, and its popularity grew due to its versatility, low ammunition costs, and reduced recoil.
AR9 is characterized by modularity, similar to the AR-15, allowing for easy component interchangeability and customization according to the user's needs. Using 9mm ammunition provides benefits such as lower ammunition costs and reduced recoil, making weapon control easier. This firearm is ideal for sport shooting, home defense, and training due to its compact size and easy handling.
Today, AR9 is a popular choice for many shooters looking for a versatile and affordable weapon.
The X series is another contribution by Specna Arms to the group of AR15 (M4/16) platform-based submachine guns, this time in the form of AR9 on 9mm pistol magazines.
This submachine gun can be used independently on CQB fields, or every sniper can take it as a backup weapon.
The airsoft AEG carbine AR9 in the popular EDGE 2.0™ series from Specna Arms emphasizes high-quality body processing.

What does Specna Arms AR9 Carbine M-LOK PDW (SA-X02 EDGE 2.0™) offer?

Internal Components

The replica AR9 Carbine M-LOK PDW (SA-X02 EDGE 2.0™) is equipped with a processor unit ASTER V2 by the Polish company GATE. This unit ensures safe switching, protecting the internal parts, improving trigger response, extending battery life, and increasing the rate of fire. It allows for the safe use of Li-Pol batteries 7.4V and 11.1V, and can adjust trigger sensitivity, pre-cocking, and various firing modes. With integrated status LEDs, the unit can diagnose basic weapon malfunctions.
The AR15 comes with a precise 6.03 mm barrel, which increases accuracy, and an adjustable Hop-up chamber (type M4/16) with a high-quality rubber. The increasingly common QSC ESA2 quick spring change system allows you to install a stronger or weaker spring as desired. Spring replacement requires no special tools – you just need to loosen the tube nut to access the QSC screw of the gearbox. The reinforced gearbox contains high-end internal parts (listed below), and is capable of handling springs up to M120 (as indicated by the manufacturer Specna Arms in their description of the ORION gearboxes).

External Components

The Specna Arms AR9 Carbine M-LOK PDW (SA-X02 EDGE 2.0™) replica stands out for its high-quality external finish with Nano Coating, boasting increased resistance to scratches and damage. The weapon body is matte painted, giving it an elegant appearance.
Control is intuitive with the proven AR-15 platform. On the left side, you'll find a precise fire selector switch, ambidextrous charging handle, and on the right side, an ejection port for adjusting the hop-up.
The magazine and its release are ingeniously designed with a release lever similar to AK/EVO type weapons, ensuring reliability and easy operation compared to the small button on AR15; however, other controls are identical to larger rifle variants M4.
Although the airsoft version uses Glock magazines for simulation purposes only, this does not detract from the authenticity of the experience. The magazine fits securely in the weapon and does not wobble.
The CNC metal RIS handguard (Type M4/16) allows for attaching various accessories such as a grip, AN/PEQ box, or flashlight.
With an adjustable compact PDW type stock, this replica is truly minimalistic. Please note that only small Stick (mini) batteries fit into the PDW stock, arger Stick (buffer) batteries can be used with a stock extension (extension not included).
Overall, this rifle combines top performance with an attractive design for maximum satisfaction for you, the players.

Key Features

• High-quality metal body AR9 type
• PDW compact stock
• V2 gearbox with QD ESA2 system with easily removable stock
• Reinforced polymer piston with all steel teeth
• Aluminum nozzle
• Aluminum cylinder head with double sealing
• 8mm ball bearings for smooth operation
• Gear set with 18:1 ratio
• Polymer rotary hop-up chamber
• Precision barrel with a diameter of 6.03 mm

New Features in Edge 2.0:

• ASTER processor unit by Gate
• Pre-Cocking function and trigger sensitivity adjustment
• Solar™ trigger
• Helium™ Flat Hop rubber
• 22 TPA high torque motor

Package Contents:

• Specna Arms AEG AR9
• 2 mid-cap S-MAG magazines X-series for 120 BBs (requires a speedloader)
• Folding sights
• Grip
• Spare weaker spring (M90) for CQB
• Specna Arms promotional stickers
• User manual
• GATE ASTER programming card

We can resolder the connector to another type upon request. Just include your request in the order notes.