{"id":2537,"date":"2025-03-10T20:18:45","date_gmt":"2025-03-10T20:18:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/wiki\/kriss-vector-an-innovative-machine-pistol\/"},"modified":"2025-06-16T12:46:51","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T12:46:51","slug":"kriss-vector-an-innovative-machine-pistol","status":"publish","type":"wiki","link":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wiki\/kriss-vector-an-innovative-machine-pistol\/","title":{"rendered":"KRISS Vector | An innovative machine pistol"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Introduction<\/strong><\/h2>

The KRISS Vector<\/strong> is a machine pistol designed by KRISS USA<\/strong>, a company specializing in innovative weapons. Introduced in 2007<\/strong>, it is unique in its kind thanks to its in-line recoil system (Super V System)<\/strong>, which considerably reduces barrel lift and improves burst accuracy. Available in several calibers, including .45 ACP, 9\u00d719 mm, 10 mm Auto and .40 S&W<\/strong>, it is used by law enforcement, military and civilian shooters<\/strong>. <\/p>

History of KRISS Vector<\/strong><\/h2>

Development and innovation<\/strong><\/h3>

The KRISS Vector project began in the early 2000s under the name TDI Vector<\/strong>. Its aim was to drastically reduce the recoil of conventional machine pistols<\/strong>, thanks to a novel mechanism. In 2007<\/strong>, the first version was marketed as the KRISS Vector SMG<\/strong>, followed by several variants for law enforcement and civilians. <\/p>

The key element of the Vector is its Super V System<\/strong>, a mechanism that redirects recoil energy downwards instead of backwards, enabling a more stable and controllable shot, even on automatic<\/strong>.<\/p>

Adoption and use<\/strong><\/h3>

The KRISS Vector<\/strong> is used by military and police units around the world to :<\/p>

  • Special forces<\/strong>: thanks to its high rate of fire and precision.<\/p><\/li>

  • SWAT and anti-terrorism units<\/strong>: ideal for close combat.<\/p><\/li>

  • The civilian market<\/strong>: Available in a semi-automatic version for sport shooting and personal defense.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

    Technical data<\/strong><\/h2>
    Model<\/strong><\/th>Caliber<\/strong><\/th>Weight (kg)<\/strong><\/th>Length (mm)<\/strong><\/th>Charger capacity<\/strong><\/th>Firing rate<\/strong><\/th><\/tr>
    KRISS Vector SMG<\/strong><\/td>.45 ACP<\/td>2,7<\/td>616<\/td>13-30 strokes<\/td>1,200 strokes\/min<\/td><\/tr>
    KRISS Vector CRB<\/strong><\/td>.45 ACP, 9 mm<\/td>3,2<\/td>900<\/td>10-30 strokes<\/td>Semi-auto<\/td><\/tr>
    KRISS Vector SDP<\/strong><\/td>.45 ACP, 9 mm<\/td>2,4<\/td>406<\/td>10-30 strokes<\/td>Semi-auto<\/td><\/tr>
    KRISS Vector SBR<\/strong><\/td>.45 ACP, 9 mm, 10 mm<\/td>2,9<\/td>660<\/td>10-30 strokes<\/td>Semi-auto \/ full-auto<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

    Ergonomics and design<\/strong><\/h2>

    The KRISS Vector<\/strong> is designed to maximize control and modularity<\/strong>, with several distinctive features:<\/p>

    • Super V System<\/strong>: Reduces recoil and muzzle rise.<\/p><\/li>

    • Integrated Picatinny rail<\/strong>: for mounting optical sights, lights and tactical accessories.<\/p><\/li>

    • Ergonomic handle<\/strong>: Improves grip and precision.<\/p><\/li>

    • Glock charger compatibility<\/strong>: Easy to recharge with standard chargers.<\/p><\/li>

    • Available in several calibres<\/strong>: Offers versatility according to user needs.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

      Comparison with other submachine guns<\/strong><\/h2>
      Model<\/strong><\/td>Caliber<\/strong><\/td>Firing rate (cps\/min)<\/strong><\/td>Reduced recoil<\/strong><\/td>Weight (kg)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
      KRISS Vector SMG<\/strong><\/td>.45 ACP<\/td>1 200<\/td>Yes (Super V)<\/td>2,7<\/td><\/tr>
      HK MP5<\/strong><\/td>9\u00d719 mm<\/td>800<\/td>Medium<\/td>2,5 – 3,4<\/td><\/tr>
      B&T APC9<\/strong><\/td>9\u00d719 mm<\/td>1 080<\/td>Low<\/td>2,6<\/td><\/tr>
      SIG MPX<\/strong><\/td>9\u00d719 mm<\/td>850<\/td>Medium<\/td>2,95<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

      The KRISS Vector<\/strong> stands out for its minimal recoil and high rate of fire<\/strong>, making it more controllable than models such as the HK MP5<\/strong> and SIG MPX<\/strong> in burst mode. Its innovative design offers a considerable advantage in close combat. <\/p>

      Contemporary use<\/strong><\/h2>

      The KRISS Vector<\/strong> is still used today in various fields:<\/p>

      • Police forces and SWAT<\/strong>: For urban operations and high-risk interventions.<\/p><\/li>

      • Military and special forces<\/strong>: As a secondary weapon or for counter-terrorism missions.<\/p><\/li>

      • Sport shooters<\/strong>: Appreciated for its stability and precision in dynamic shooting.<\/p><\/li>

      • Personal defense<\/strong>: Available in civilian versions in some countries.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

        Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>

        The KRISS Vector<\/strong> is a revolutionary machine pistol<\/strong>, combining innovative recoil-reduction technology with a modern, modular design<\/strong>. Its accuracy and rapid rate of fire<\/strong> make it the weapon of choice for law enforcement, military and civilian shooters<\/strong>. Thanks to its different versions and calibers, it can be adapted to a wide range of uses, and continues to be one of the most popular machine pistols on the market. <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"featured_media":2375,"template":"elementor_theme","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"class_list":["post-2537","wiki","type-wiki","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/wiki\/2537","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/wiki"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/wiki"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/wiki\/2537\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2539,"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/wiki\/2537\/revisions\/2539"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2375"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nextgun.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2537"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}