Ruger announces new .40 cal PC Carbine model

[bblhd672]

In addition to other new models, Ruger announced the PC Carbine in .40 caliber.
https://www.ruger.com/news/2019-04-12.html

On the other hand, disappointed that no additional magazine wells were introduced.

[Tex1961]

If someone buys one, let me know..... I need to get a sample of one for dimensions....... I already manufacture and sell these for the 9mm version. I'll give you a free set.......

[K.Mooneyham]

I will attest that the 9mm version works pretty darned good. Some additional type mag wells, and perhaps even some aftermarket stocks would be nice, though.

[bblhd672]

I will attest that the 9mm version works pretty darned good. Some additional type mag wells, and perhaps even some aftermarket stocks would be nice, though.

I'm constantly checking the companies who make PCC parts to see if there are any replacement stocks.

Also, I noticed on the Ruger store this morning that there is a new backpack case being released that was made specifically for the PC Carbine. As anyone who has tried it knows, Ruger's original 10/22 Breakdown backpack case does not work properly with the PCC.
https://shopruger.com/Ruger-PC-Carbine- ... nfo/19094/
Expected arrival in the store June 1st.

[The Annoyed Man]

I want the 9mm model. I understand why they issued the .40 cal model next, but to me a .45 ACP model would be a lot more interesting than a .40 cal.

[Bitter Clinger]

I want the 9mm model. I understand why they issued the .40 cal model next, but to me a .45 ACP model would be a lot more interesting than a .40 cal.

Even better, a .45 acp SBR with a 5" bbl.

[kayt00]

This may be the niche that the 40 cal needs to make a resurgence. It's my understanding that it lost popularity as a pistol cartridge because it just beat the snot out of the handguns designed to shoot it. I mean we have rifle calibers, pistol calibers, and now introducing the worlds first carbine caliber.

[bblhd672]

I want the 9mm model. I understand why they issued the .40 cal model next, but to me a .45 ACP model would be a lot more interesting than a .40 cal.

A lot of people were hoping for a .45 ACP model, which makes more sense than a .40 cal from a potential sales impact. I'm thinking when they become available Ruger would have sold hundreds of them in .45 ACP the first few days versus dozens of the .40 cal.

[Tex1961]

This may be the niche that the 40 cal needs to make a resurgence. It's my understanding that it lost popularity as a pistol cartridge because it just beat the snot out of the handguns designed to shoot it. I mean we have rifle calibers, pistol calibers, and now introducing the worlds first carbine caliber.

I have to agree with you....
I manufacture and sell add on decorations for the Hi-Point Carbine... Most popular is the 9mm and second place is the .40 Caliber.... I thought the .45 Caliber would be second, but it's 3rd.....

[The Annoyed Man]

This may be the niche that the 40 cal needs to make a resurgence. It's my understanding that it lost popularity as a pistol cartridge because it just beat the snot out of the handguns designed to shoot it. I mean we have rifle calibers, pistol calibers, and now introducing the worlds first carbine caliber.

I have to agree with you....
I manufacture and sell add on decorations for the Hi-Point Carbine... Most popular is the 9mm and second place is the .40 Caliber.... I thought the .45 Caliber would be second, but it's 3rd.....

Yeah, but citing Hi-Point? Think of your reputation, man!

IJK

[Tex1961]

This may be the niche that the 40 cal needs to make a resurgence. It's my understanding that it lost popularity as a pistol cartridge because it just beat the snot out of the handguns designed to shoot it. I mean we have rifle calibers, pistol calibers, and now introducing the worlds first carbine caliber.

I have to agree with you....
I manufacture and sell add on decorations for the Hi-Point Carbine... Most popular is the 9mm and second place is the .40 Caliber.... I thought the .45 Caliber would be second, but it's 3rd.....

Yeah, but citing Hi-Point? Think of your reputation, man!

IJK

That's ok... I make up for it with the Ruger Carbine, AR-15, and custom baseplate and grips.....

[flechero]

I understand why they issued the .40 cal model next, but to me a .45 ACP model would be a lot more interesting than a .40 cal.

I'd buy the 45acp, but have absolutely no interest in the .40 cal.

[Soccerdad1995]

I will attest that the 9mm version works pretty darned good. Some additional type mag wells, and perhaps even some aftermarket stocks would be nice, though.

I'm constantly checking the companies who make PCC parts to see if there are any replacement stocks.

Also, I noticed on the Ruger store this morning that there is a new backpack case being released that was made specifically for the PC Carbine. As anyone who has tried it knows, Ruger's original 10/22 Breakdown backpack case does not work properly with the PCC.
https://shopruger.com/Ruger-PC-Carbine- ... nfo/19094/
Expected arrival in the store June 1st.

This gun (in 9mm) has been on my watch list for a while now. This bag might just be the thing that puts me over the top. Unlike the Kel-Tec Sub-2000, I don't think the Ruger will fit into my oversize computer bag, and I was actually struggling with how to carry it in my vehicle.

I second the folks who are saying that a .45 would have been much more attractive than a .40. Maybe they are going after the LE market for those agencies that still issue .40 cal handguns?

[bblhd672]

I will attest that the 9mm version works pretty darned good. Some additional type mag wells, and perhaps even some aftermarket stocks would be nice, though.

I'm constantly checking the companies who make PCC parts to see if there are any replacement stocks.

Also, I noticed on the Ruger store this morning that there is a new backpack case being released that was made specifically for the PC Carbine. As anyone who has tried it knows, Ruger's original 10/22 Breakdown backpack case does not work properly with the PCC.
https://shopruger.com/Ruger-PC-Carbine- ... nfo/19094/
Expected arrival in the store June 1st.

This gun (in 9mm) has been on my watch list for a while now. This bag might just be the thing that puts me over the top. Unlike the Kel-Tec Sub-2000, I don't think the Ruger will fit into my oversize computer bag, and I was actually struggling with how to carry it in my vehicle.

I second the folks who are saying that a .45 would have been much more attractive than a .40. Maybe they are going after the LE market for those agencies that still issue .40 cal handguns?

I sold my Sub-2000 to finance the purchase of the Ruger PCC. The fact that there hasn't been a good, discrete bag to carry it in has been a sore point, especially since Ruger claimed the PCC would fit into the 10/22 Takedown bag. It does, but not well and not accommodating to having any sort of attachments like scopes or lights. Another company has a bag that I almost bought but when I inquired whether or not the PCC would fit, the answer I received was "it should" based upon the dimensions of both.
The PCC wouldn't fit into any of the various size computer bags I have accumulated.

[Bitter Clinger]

Ruger, Schmuger.

Get one of these, they are AWESOME! https://www.cmmginc.com/product/pistol- ... kg-45-acp/