The IWI Tavor SAR in 9mm Luger is a semi-automatic bullpup rifle with a 17" barrel and 26.125" overall length. Chambering it in 9mm rather than 5.56mm changes the character considerably: softer recoil, pistol-caliber ballistics, and compatibility with 9mm handgun magazines in some configurations.
Key Specifications
- GSIN: SRLWP-CDKIJWPI
- Manufacturer: IWI, Israel Weapon Industries
- Model: Tavor SAR
- Series: Flattop
- Caliber: 9mm Luger
- Barrel Length: 17 inches
- Capacity: 32 rounds
- Weight: 7.9 lbs (126.4 oz)
- Overall Length: 26.125 inches
- Action Type: Semi-Automatic
- Receiver Material: Polymer
- Grip Material: Black Polymer
- Safety Mechanism: Manual Safety
- Sights Compatibility: None / Optics Ready
Detailed Features
The bullpup layout keeps overall length at 26.125" while retaining a 17" barrel. The chrome-lined cold hammer-forged steel barrel handles sustained 9mm fire without significant throat wear. At 7.9 lbs unloaded, this is slightly lighter than the 5.56mm variants.
The receiver is polymer, the grip is black polymer, and controls are ambidextrous. No iron sights are included. The flat-top rail is optics-ready for whatever sighting system you prefer. The 32-round standard capacity gives a useful round count for range sessions. Manual safety is standard.
Target Audience
This rifle suits shooters who want a compact, optics-ready bullpup in a pistol caliber, whether for range use, competition, or home defense where 9mm recoil and noise are preferable to a rifle caliber. The 32-round capacity and comfortable handling make it easy to shoot for extended periods.
Usage Scenarios
At the range the 9mm chambering is forgiving and the 32-round magazine keeps reloads infrequent. For home defense the 26.125" total length handles interior spaces well, and 9mm is a practical choice for overpenetration concerns. Competitive shooters using pistol-caliber carbine divisions will find the compact bullpup format an interesting platform.
