PCC Magazines

A PCC magazine is a magazine that is specifically designed for a pistol caliber carbine. Some are exclusively for a specific platform, while others are compatible with several. This versatility is one of the reasons that PCC mags are becoming more popular among recreational shooters, competitors, and home defenders.

At the Mag Shack, PCC magazines are available for a wide range of popular platforms, including CZ Scorpion, HK MP5, SIG MPX, KRISS Vector, Grand Power Stribog, FN PS90, Smith & Wesson FPC, and more. Whether you’re searching for factory magazines, aftermarket options, or drum magazines, there are plenty of choices available.

How PCC Magazine Compatibility Works

Certain carbines use proprietary magazines. The CZ Scorpion, MP5, and SIG MPX all use magazines specifically designed for those firearms. In these cases, the right choice of PCC magazine typically depends on the proper capacity.

Other carbines share magazines with handguns. This is where the PCC Glock mags have gained significant popularity. Some AR-9 platforms and Glock-compatible carbines are compatible with standard Glock magazines. This means you can use the same magazines in your carbine as you do in your pistol. That flexibility is a great thing for many shooters, as it makes training easier. It also decreases the number of magazines you need to purchase.

Glock mags for PCC platforms also offer a huge aftermarket. Standard, extended, and drum magazines are all readily available.

Types of PCC Magazines

One of the best things about PCCs is the diversity of magazines available. Many shooters still prefer factory magazines. Manufacturers like HK, CZ, FN, SIG Sauer, and Smith & Wesson design magazines specifically around their own firearms.

Aftermarket options provide additional choices. Magpul magazines for the CZ Scorpion are very popular due to their reliability and affordability. ETS offers translucent magazine options for several platforms. ProMag produces higher-capacity magazines and drums for many PCC models.

Some shooters prefer extended capacities. The 30-round mag is still popular in the PCC world. There are also 35 and 40-round magazines available. Magazines with 50 rounds or more can help minimize reloading on the range. The ProMag SIG MPX 9mm 50 Round Drum Magazine, Magpul D-50 drums, and a few Glock-compatible drums are just a few examples of how far PCC magazine designs have come.

Caliber Options

Most PCC mags are chambered in 9mm, and this is reflected in our collection. The 9mm cartridge has a manageable recoil, is budget-friendly, and is widely available. This combination is perfect for both new shooters and experienced ones.

But PCCs are not limited to 9mm. Magazines are also available for .45 ACP platforms such as the KRISS Vector and the HK UMP. The 10mm cartridge has also become popular in the PCC world, with firearms such as the KRISS Vector 10mm and the Grand Power Stribog SP10A3.

The 5.7x28mm cartridge is still closely associated with the FN PS90 and other CMMG platforms. At the same time, .22 LR PCCs are still offering low-cost training opportunities with firearms such as the GSG-16 and the HK MP5 .22.