The Extar EP9 is an AR-15-profile pistol-caliber carbine in 9mm at the entry-level price point — under $500 — making it the least expensive AR-style PCC from a US manufacturer. It uses a direct blowback action, accepts Glock 17/33-round magazines, and is a single-piece polymer lower receiver with integrated pistol grip. Type: Pistol Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 9mm Capacity: 17 Year introduced: 2015, USA Weight: 73 oz Overall length: 26.8" Status: Active Intended use: sporting, plinking, home_defense