Description
Stern Defense 9mm Conversion Adapter for AR-15 – Converts Standard AR-15 Lower to 9mm, Glock Mag Compatible, Tool-Free Installation
Transform your AR-15 lower receiver into a 9mm powerhouse with the Stern Defense 9mm Conversion Adapter. This drop-in solution installs in seconds and allows your AR-15 to run Glock-pattern 9mm magazines, giving you the flexibility to shoot pistol-caliber ammo from your favorite rifle platform.
Perfect for PCC competition shooters, training applications, or anyone looking to save money on ammo, the Stern Defense adapter is built from aircraft-grade aluminum and hardened steel internals for reliable performance. The tool-free install and rock-solid mag lockup make it one of the most trusted conversion kits on the market.
There’s no need to go with a pistol-caliber specific AR lower on your next pistol-caliber carbine build. With the Stern Defense AR-15 9mm Conversion Adapter you have the ability to utilize popular pistol magazines which you may already have a supply of.
Stern Defense make two differ models of their Conversion Adapter, one which uses Glock magazines, and one which uses either Smith & Wesson M&P or Sig 320/250 magazines.
The Stern Defense AR-15 9mm Conversion Adapter is easily installed into any mil-spec AR-15 lower receiver within seconds and even incorporates a last-round bolt hold open feature. Each adapter is machined from aluminum and requires the use of a 9mm/.40 S&W barrel and a Glock-cut bolt.
⚙️ Key Features of Stern Defense 9mm Conversion Adapter for AR-15:
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Platform: Converts standard mil-spec AR-15 lower to 9mm
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Magazine Compatibility: Glock 9mm Magazines
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Construction: Billet 6061-T6 aluminum body, hardened steel ejector
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Finish: Black Hardcoat Anodized
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Installation: Tool-free — drops in and locks securely in place
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Ejector: Fixed steel ejector for reliable cycling
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Last Round Bolt Hold Open (LRBHO): Functional when paired with compatible upper
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Use Case: Ideal for pistol-caliber carbines, training, or competition
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Made in the USA
Get all the benefits of a 9mm carbine with your existing AR-15 lower. Whether you’re looking to train on the cheap, run suppressed, or build a smooth-shooting PCC, the Stern Defense adapter is your plug-and-play solution.
FAQ:
Q: What lowers is this compatible with?
A: It works with mil-spec AR-15 lowers and allows use of Glock-pattern 9mm magazines.
Q: Does this affect the bolt hold open?
A: Yes — the Stern adapter supports Last Round Bolt Hold Open when used with compatible 9mm uppers and bolts.
Q: Can I install it without tools?
A: Absolutely — it features a tool-less design and locks securely in place inside your lower’s magwell.
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