The Kriss Vector SDP G2 is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in .40 S&W. At 24.25 inches overall with a 5.5-inch barrel, it's larger than a typical handgun, closer to a large-format pistol or compact carbine in size. Weight is 6.7 pounds (3.04 kg). The finish is Flat Dark Earth.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Kriss
- Model: Vector SDP G2
- Caliber: .40 S&W
- Barrel Length: 5.5 inches
- Capacity: 15 rounds
- Weight: 6.7 pounds (3.04 kg)
- Overall Length: 24.25 inches (615 mm)
- Finish Color: Flat Dark Earth (FDE)
- Type: Semi-Automatic Handgun
Features
The KRISS Super V Recoil Mitigation System redirects recoil energy downward rather than back, which noticeably reduces muzzle rise compared to a conventional pistol design. The threaded barrel has a 9/16x24 RH thread pattern and a black nitride finish for corrosion resistance, and it accepts suppressors or muzzle devices directly.
Magazines are GLOCK-compatible, which means they're widely available and interchangeable with a large installed base. Low-profile folding sights and a flip-up rear keep the profile clean when not in use. A full-length top Picatinny rail and a lower accessory rail handle optics, lights, or lasers.
Usage
The Vector's size puts it outside comfortable everyday carry for most people. The 24.25-inch overall length is an honest constraint. It works well on a bench or in a vehicle, and it's an interesting choice for home defense if you want the recoil system's benefits and don't mind the bulk. Competitive shooters at USPSA or similar events sometimes run it in open or PCC-adjacent classes. New shooters get a friendlier recoil impulse than most .40 S&W platforms, though the unconventional layout takes some getting used to.