The FN P90 is a personal defense weapon chambered for the 5.7×28mm cartridge, also classified as a submachine gun, designed and manufactured by FN Herstal in Belgium. [9][10][11] Created in response to NATO requests for a replacement for 9×19mm Parabellum firearms, the P90 was designed as a compact but powerful firearm for vehicle crews, operato...

When firing the military- and law enforcement-only SS190 Duty Round, the FN P90® is capable of greater accuracy and reliability with unbeatable stopping power. This carbine is highly compact and ergonomic, with a fully ambidextrous thumbhole polymer …

Sep 2, 2024 · With its unique bullpup design, top-mounted magazine, and fully ambidextrous controls, the P90 quickly became a favorite among military, law enforcement, and special operations forces worldwide.

Dec 26, 2024 · The P90 design came about after a NATO request for a cartridge to replace the 9mm cartridge with a new standardized round which was more effective against late Cold War body armor. Additionally, the P90 was designed to be a potent and capable PDW for vehicle crews, support personnel, special forces, and counter-terror units.

May 23, 2024 · Delve into the history of the P90, a revolutionary bullpup firearm. Learn about its development, unique features, and the role it has played in modern military and law enforcement, setting new standards for compact weaponry.

The P90 features a compact bullpup design, ambidextrous grip and a polymer and alloy-based construction. The weapon contains several innovative features including the top-mounted magazine and proprietary 5.7x28mm ammunition, designed for greater penetration of body armor than conventional pistol ammunition.

The P90 is an extremely flat shooting automatic weapon despite its high, 900 rounds per minute, cyclic rate. It has been adopted by over a dozen nations, primarily for special operations and counter terrorism units while Belgium is the only country to have adopted it for its original purpose to arm rear echelon troops.

Apr 12, 2017 · The FN P90 uses a compact bullpup design, the unique 5.7×28mm ammo, and is the perfect host for the Saker ASR 556K silencer.

Dec 26, 2022 · P90 Design and Specs. The P90 is obviously a bullpup design, which you may or may not like. But the design is well thought out and very user-friendly. The P90 is fully ambidextrous, and the bottom ejection port means it won’t hit …

The P90 (short for Project 1990) is a Belgian personal defense weapon manufactured by FN Herstal from 1990 to 1993, with improved variants currently being manufactured. The P90 was developed between 1986 to 1990 by Belgian company FN Herstal. The P90 was designed to replace submachine guns that...