Kitty Kat Klone

Published on February 26, 2023
Duration: 7:52

This review delves into the DPMS RFA2 Kitty Kat, a compact AR-15 clone with a 7-inch barrel designed for CQB. It highlights the historical context of DPMS, the firearm's technical specifications including barrel profile and handguard, and the intense shooting experience due to its short barrel and muzzle blast. Modern alternatives like 300 Blackout are suggested for similar roles.

Quick Summary

The DPMS Kitty Kat was a compact AR-15 clone with a 7-inch barrel, designed for SWAT CQB operations. It offered better terminal ballistics than a 9mm MP5 in a similar footprint. Shooting it is loud and 'punchy' due to the short barrel, with significant muzzle blast.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Kitty Kat Clone
  2. 00:39Technical Overview & CQB Purpose
  3. 02:06DPMS Kitty Kat Model Variants
  4. 02:45Barrel and Handguard Specifications
  5. 04:27Shooting Experience & Muzzle Blast
  6. 05:51Modern Alternatives & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the original purpose of the DPMS Kitty Kat?

The DPMS Kitty Kat was designed as a Close Quarters Battle (CQB) weapon for SWAT entry teams. Its compact size and 7-inch barrel were intended to provide better maneuverability and terminal performance than a 9mm MP5 in similar confined spaces.

What are the key technical specifications of the DPMS Kitty Kat?

The Kitty Kat typically features a 7 or 7.5-inch heavy profile barrel chambered in 5.56mm, a fixed front sight base, and a free-float aluminum tube handguard. It weighed around 5.3 lbs and was designed for compact operations.

How does the short barrel of the Kitty Kat affect the shooting experience?

The extremely short 7-inch barrel makes the Kitty Kat a very 'punchy' and loud firearm. Shooters can expect significant muzzle blast and overpressure, which can be physically felt in the shooter's teeth and sinuses.

Are there modern alternatives to the DPMS Kitty Kat for short-barreled firearms?

For modern firearms with barrels under 10 inches, 300 Blackout is often considered a superior caliber choice to 5.56mm due to better terminal ballistics. The Kitty Kat remains a niche item for enthusiasts of early 2000s tactical firearm history.

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