Ruger’s PC Carbine has been a popular seller, and they continue to evolve the design. The latest version of the carbine, the Model 19140, comes with an adjustable, reversible folding stock.
The Model 19140 PC Carbine
The PC Carbine is Ruger’s mainstay pistol caliber carbine platform and is now available in a variety of calibers and configurations. The 19140 is chambered in 9mm, like the original PC Carbine, and feeds from a steel Ruger pistol magazine. An optional mag well is provided however that allows the user to switch out to Glock magazines.
I know a fair number of folks rocking various versions of the PC Carbine or pistol and they all swapped out to the Glock mag well right away. This benefited my buddy, who shoots a Ruger SR9C pistol immensely, as they all gave him the Ruger mags that came with their carbines. Whichever mag you decide to use, it’s a nice feature that Ruger gives you the choice of either when you buy the gun.
The 19140 uses a black synthetic chassis with a ventilated aluminum free float handguard complete with M-LOK slots. That option has been available before, but with a fixed stock. What the new model brings to the table is a side folding stock. The reversible folding stock has an adjustable length of pull. It’s compatible with both AR-pattern, and Picatinny rail-mounted aftermarket accessory stocks as well.
The PC carbine has a 16 inch, threaded barrel. It comes with a Picatinny rail for optics mountings, and ships with one 17 round Ruger SR series magazine. It has a hard anodized finish and is available in black only.
Ruger Model 19140 Specs:
Stock | Folding and Adjustable, Black Synthetic Chassis with Aluminum Free-Float Handguard |
Capacity | 17 |
Barrel Length | 16.12 inches |
Overall Length | 33.75 inches |
Front Sight | None |
Rear Sight | None |
Barrel Feature | Threaded, Fluted |
Thread Pattern | 1/2″-28 |
Weight | 7.3 pounds |
Length of Pull | 11 – 13 inches |
Receiver Material | Aluminum Alloy |
Receiver Finish | Type III Hard-Coat Anodized |
Twist | 1:10″ RH |
Grooves | 6 |
MSRP | $999.00 |
For more information on the Model 19140 or other Ruger products check out Ruger.com.