Ares FMG vs Kriss Vector

1985–1987

2009–present

Fewer than 20 prototypes

Unknown

262 mm (10.3 in) folded; 503 mm (19.8 in) unfolded

406mm (16 in) stock folded, 620mm (24.4 in) extended

203 mm (8.0 in)

140mm (5.5 in) SMG, 406mm (16 in) civilian carbine

2.38 kg (5.25 lb) empty

2.7 kg (5.95 lb) .45 ACP, 2.5 kg (5.5 lb) 9mm

20 or 32 rounds (Uzi magazines)

13-30 rounds depending on caliber (Glock magazine compatible)

Straight blowback, open bolt

Delayed blowback, closed bolt — Super V recoil mitigation

Single-stage, selective fire (semi-auto/full-auto)

Selective fire (safe, semi, 2-round burst, full auto on military models)

Fixed front post, fixed rear notch

Flip-up iron sights, full-length MIL-STD-1913 rail