Would like to build a 9mm version of sig Rattler

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Good morning all,
I would like to build/buy a 9mm SBR similar to the the Sig Rattler SBR, is this possible? if so will you please provide me where to look for an upper. I am new to this build idea however, I have believe I would need a piston upper, is this correct? if so does it exist? where?

Thank you for you time and input.
 
A 9mm Rattler would basically be an MPX. I suspect the grip is interchangeable. I have not see the Rattler handguard configuration available elsewhere yet, though.
 
most 9mm ARs are blowback. The MPX is gas operated, and the CMMG Banshee is radial (rotary) delayed blowback. If you plan to suppress it, those two are far and away the best options.
 
Mach, how do the Banshee and MPX compare to the roller locked MP5 suppressed?

I don't have personal experience with either, but locked or delayed will always be much quieter than blowback. Even really heavy bolts like the >2 pound one in my Suomi don't delay enough to keep port pop down to what I'd consider pleasant levels. The lighter the bolt, the worse it is; my hand made ultralight 9mm pack rifle has a 12.2 ounce bolt, and shooter's ear levels run between 145-149 dBA no matter what can.
 
Good morning all,
I would like to build/buy a 9mm SBR similar to the the Sig Rattler SBR, is this possible? if so will you please provide me where to look for an upper. I am new to this build idea however, I have believe I would need a piston upper, is this correct? if so does it exist? where?

I'm not aware of any AR-platform 9mm uppers being offered (regardless of blowback, delayed blowback, piston, DI, etc) that do not require a buffer tube. You won't be able to get the folding stock, or a fully collapsible stock as a result of that.
 
I'm not aware of any AR-platform 9mm uppers being offered (regardless of blowback, delayed blowback, piston, DI, etc) that do not require a buffer tube. You won't be able to get the folding stock, or a fully collapsible stock as a result of that.

Sig MPX. But I think the lower is specific to the gun for all that it's similar to an AR-15 lower, so you can't just build a Frankengun.
 
Sig MPX. But I think the lower is specific to the gun for all that it's similar to an AR-15 lower, so you can't just build a Frankengun.
That’s correct. The only AR pattern parts on the MPX are the trigger group (that’s got its own idiosyncrasies), and the grip. Everything else is specific to the MPX, and some parts aren’t even interchangeable between Gen 1&2.

The MPX and MCX can use the same stocks, but they are obviously not AR pattern.
 
Another option to consider is 4th generation CAA Micro Roni using Glock 17/19 using factory length or longer barrels.



Non-NFA versions





And the 16" carbine option

 
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Even if you sort out the barrel length issue, suppressors don't play well with Glocks in the Roni chassis.

True. I did heavy modifications to make mine work.

I used a 10” IGB Austria barrel, used a Dremel on the CAA Gear Micro Roni Stabilizer and changed out recoil springs.
 
I'm not aware of any AR-platform 9mm uppers being offered (regardless of blowback, delayed blowback, piston, DI, etc) that do not require a buffer tube. You won't be able to get the folding stock, or a fully collapsible stock as a result of that.

There are a few adapters that let you do a folding stock with a buffer tube, but of course you wouldn't be able to fire from the folded position.
 
...a way to sort of sidestep that is with a Dead Foot Arms folding stock or brace, where the buffer tube is quite abbreviated. Some tuning would definitely be needed though since those are typically set up for standard 5.56 guns.

Would certainly look awesome, however.
 
I chose to build my 9mm, and I have a preference for the Colt SMG stick mags.

This one's my MP5-inspired QC10 pistol build, in it's latest version. I think this is the way I'll leave it - it's a blast to shoot and it runs perfectly.

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Still can't see pic even at link.

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