Kriss Vector vs Sterling L2A3

2009–present

1953–1988

Unknown

Over 400,000

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

481mm (18.9 in) stock folded, 690mm (27.2 in) extended

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

198mm (7.8 in)

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

2.72 kg (6 lb) empty, 3.45 kg (7.61 lb) loaded

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

34 rounds — curved magazine for reliable feeding

Delayed blowback, closed bolt — Super V recoil mitigation

Blowback, open bolt — helical bolt grooves for debris clearance

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

Selective fire (safe, semi, full auto)

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

Protected front post, flip L-shaped rear aperture (100m/200m)