CMMG BANSHEE MKG 45

Overview

The CMMG Banshee MkG .45 ACP is a pistol-caliber carbine (PCC) / AR-pattern firearm chambered in .45 ACP. Exact specifications vary by generation and barrel length (5", 8", etc.), but the common MkG configuration includes: Core SpecificationsSpecificationDetailsCaliber.45 ACPOperating SystemRadial Delayed BlowbackPlatformAR-pattern PCCMagazine CompatibilityGlock-pattern .45 ACP magazinesBarrel LengthsCommonly 5" or 8"Thread Pattern.578x28ReceiverForged 7075-T6 aluminum upper, billet 7075-T6 aluminum lowerHandguardCMMG RML series free-float handguardTriggerMil-spec single-stageControlsAmbidextrous safety and charging handle (varies by model)WeightApproximately 4.7 lb (5" model)Overall LengthAbout 20" with brace collapsed (5" model)Notable FeaturesRadial Delayed Blowback (RDB) system reduces felt recoil compared with traditional straight-blowback PCCs. Uses widely available Glock 21-pattern .45 ACP magazines. .45 ACP is naturally subsonic with common 230-grain loads, making it popular for suppressed use. Available as pistol, SBR, and carbine configurations depending on model year and local laws. Typical 5" Banshee MkG Configuration5" 4140 chrome-moly barrel Glock-compatible 13-round magazine included from factory Weight: ~4.7 lb Threaded muzzle (.578x28) Free-float handguard AR-style controls and ergonomics User FeedbackOwners often praise the Banshee for:Soft recoil compared to other .45 ACP PCCs Compact size Suppressor compatibility Magazine commonality with Glock pistols Some users have reported reliability, ejector, or wear issues on older models, while newer fixed-ejector versions introduced in 2025 were intended to address some of those concerns. Community reports remain mixed depending on configuration and ammunition used.(1)24 RND MAG(1)Sight Mark Red Dot