Kriss Vector vs PPSh-41

2009–present

1941–1947

Unknown

Over 6,000,000

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

843mm (33.2 in)

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

269mm (10.6 in) — chrome lined

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

3.63 kg (8 lb) empty, 5.45 kg (12 lb) with 71-round drum

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

71-round drum (iconic) or 35-round curved box

Delayed blowback, closed bolt — Super V recoil mitigation

Blowback, open bolt

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

Selective fire (safe, semi, full auto — rare variant) or full auto only (most)

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

Hooded front post, flip L-shaped rear (100-200m)