The Century Arms AP5-P is a 9mm pistol-format firearm built on the MP5K platform and manufactured at the MKE factory. It has a 5.8-inch threaded barrel and comes with a 30-round magazine. The finish is RAL8000 FDE Cerakote. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Century Arms 
• Model: AP5-P 
• Caliber: 9mm Luger 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Barrel Length: 5.8 in 
• Capacity: 30+1 
• Color/Finish: RAL8000 FDE Cerakote 
   

Detailed Features 

• MKE factory-manufactured MP5K-pattern pistol 
• 5.8-inch threaded barrel 
• RAL8000 FDE Cerakote finish 
• 30-round magazine included

Owners of the Century Arms AP5-P consistently point to its MKE factory origin as the key selling point. The general view is that MKE-produced AP5 pistols represent a meaningful step up from earlier Century-assembled variants, and the RAL8000 FDE Cerakote finish draws particular attention for its uniform application.

The threaded barrel is appreciated by those who run suppressors or muzzle devices, though the short barrel length means transfer of certain configurations may require additional federal paperwork depending on configuration. Ergonomics get mixed marks: the MP5K grip and controls feel natural to those familiar with the platform, but newer shooters sometimes find the charging handle and controls less intuitive.

Value discussion tends to split between buyers who see the MKE pedigree as justifying the price and those who compare it against other 9mm pistol-format options. Aftermarket support for the HK/MP5 pattern is solid, which most owners cite as a long-term advantage.