The Kriss Vector is an American-made submachine gun chambered for the 9×19mm Parabellum, .45 ACP, .40 S&W, 10mm Auto, .357 SIG and 22 LR cartridges. It uses an unconventional delayed blowback system combined with in-line design to reduce perceived recoil and muzzle climb.
Overview[]
The Vector uses a unique articulated mechanism referred to as the "Kriss Super V" that allows the bolt and an inertia block to move downward into a recess behind the magazine well. The theory is that at the end of this travel, the energy is transmitted downward rather than rearward, thus reducing the felt recoil. When fired, the barrel axis is in line with the shoulder as with the M16 rifle, but also in line with the shooter's hand. This is intended to reduce muzzle climb when combined with the off-axis bolt travel, though it also greatly raises the sight line in comparison to the bore axis.
Notable Users[]
Loonie member Coyle armed himself with a Vector during his confrontations with the Fugitive and Upgrade Predators. He later handed the weapon to Casey Brackett, who used it in the fight against the Upgrade Predator.
Fireteam Voodoo might use a Vector variant, the ZR-55.
Appearances[]
- The Predator
- Predator: Hunting Grounds (video game; as the ZR-55)
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