FERFRANS PDW is the shortest version among all FERFRANS weapon system. In fact, the idea of converting M16 into such “shorty” has long history. Back in Vietnam war, XM177 was developed for officers and armor vehicle crewmen during late 1960’s. And in 80’s, several other shorter versions were develped such as Patriot. In general there were many attempts on developing such short machine gun. Unfortunately, very few of them succeed. Police units or VIP bodyguards choose more reliable gun such as MP5 sub-machine gun to serve their need.
 


 
 

 

Originally developed for motorcycle cops in the Philippines, the FERFRANS PDW was designed where a full-power rifle is desirable, but a smaller sized weapon is necessary. It can be slung under the armpit for ease and quick to deploy when riding a motorcycle. Due to its slow cyclic rate it can be fired accurately with one hand in full auto fire. It is an excellent alternative to common 9mm submachine guns due to the high interchangeability of parts and magazines with the standard M16A2 battle riffle. The FERFRANS PDW is also favored by close-in VIP bodyguards because it is small but can deliver accurate firepower.
FERFRANS P.D.W. Specifications
Uses:

Internal Security Missions
Airport Security
Executive Protection
Special Operations (SPECOPS)
Excel in:   

CQB (Close Quarter Battle)
CRE (Close Range Engagement)

- Situations where a compact weapon capable of defeating body armor and other “hard” targets is essential.
Barrel:

Super Helix Barrels
     - Demonstrates dramatic increase in strength and service life
     - Produces greater accuracy and higher velocities.
           Rifling profile provides for an improved gas seal and positive projectile torque.
          Aerodynamic surface of barrel will not gouge and tear bullet jacket like traditional cut-rifled barrels.
           Reduces friction.

Process:

    “BFNC³™ XFR”

- Finished with a proprietary “hardline” process which is actually part of the metal and produces a minimum of 70 Rockwell C hardness inside and out.

     *Process provides superior corrosion resistance and reduced friction compared to chrome-lined barrels.

     *20 times more resistant to wear and corrosion than mil spec and superior to hard chrome.       

Lower Receiver:

Option of:

     CNC machined from solid aircraft aluminum bar stock.
     Standard M16 lower receivers.
Forward Stock:

With forehand grip Rail Interface System (RIS) for PDW 8”
Telefibrite with forehand grip and Rail for tactical light for 6”
Tactical Light: FERFRANS Tactical “Submerge”
Cyclic Rate:

FERFRANS Cyclic Rate reduction

     *reduces rate of fire to 450-500 rpm.
     *2, 3 burst capable by simple squeeze on the trigger.
Extractor and Ejector: “New” assemblies eliminate all of the extraction problems commonly associated with short-barreled designs.
Front Sight: Shrouded Post
     Patented design whose shrouded sight post resists snagging and sight post bending, while providing for lightning-fast target acquisition and engagement.
Rear Sight: Standard A2
Mode of Operation: Semi/Full Auto/Safe
 Caliber 5.56mm NATO
Action: Gas operated Locked Breech
Rifling: 1:8.5” “Super-Helix”
Finish: Teflon-S® and BFNC³™
Buttstock: 3-position retractable
Barrel Length: 8.4 inches for PDW 8
6.0 inches for PDW 6
Muzzle Velocity: 2,590 ft/sec (M193 ball)
2,112 ft/sec (m193 ball)
Overall Length: 24.1 - 27.3 inches for PDW 8
22.1 - 25.3 inches for PDW 6
Maximum Range: 500 yards (375 at MML*) for PDW 8
275 yards (150 at MML*) for PDW 6
Weight: 6.2 for PDW 8
5.7 for PDW 6