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FN 509C Tactical FN 509C Tactical Black
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  • Threaded barrel
  • Factory low profile mounting system
  • Ability to take full-sized magazines
  • Mag release can be tricky
  • Mediocre trigger
Editor’s Note:

The FN 509 Compact Tactical is a smaller, more compact version of the FN 509 Tactical. With a 4.3-inch threaded barrel and a shorter grip with factory 12-round magazines, it’s more concealable than its larger brethren while still packing a punch.

Product Description

The FN509 Compact Tactical is a smaller, more concealable version of the FN509 Tactical.  Suited for everyday carry or on the range with a standard 12 round mag or an extended 24 round magazine.  A 4.3 inch hammer-forged threaded barrel makes this pistol compaitible with most aftermarket accessories such as suppressors.  The FN Low-Profile Optics Mounting System is capable of accepting more than 10 mini red dots.  This gun comes in FDE or Black.

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FN 509 Compact Tactical Specs

Action
Striker Fired
Barrel Length
4.32 in
Magazine Capacity
24+1-Round
Magazine Included
1 x 12-Round, 1 x 24-Round
Magazine Type
Removable
Caliber
9 mm Luger
Finish
Black
Front Sight
Night Sight
Rear Sight
Night Sight
Overall Length
7.9 in
Muzzle
Threaded
Stock Material
Polymer
Weight
1.8 lbs

FN 509 Compact Tactical Features

FN Low-Profile Optics-Mounting System™
Comes with (1) 12-round 24-round magazines or (2) 10-round magazines
Ambidextrous controls
Picatinny rail
Suppressor height Trijicon 3-dot tritium night sights

By The Numbers - FN 509 Compact Tactical

Accuracy
Accuracy is solid but a better trigger would help here.
Reliability
Reliability with the 509 series is excellent.
Customization
With an accessory rail, optics-ready slide, and a threaded barrel allows for a solid amount of customization.
Ergonomics
Interchangeable backstraps, good grip texture, and ambi controls work well together.
Overall
Solid reliability, good ergonomics and features. It is held back mostly by a sub-optimal trigger.

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final verdict

The FN 509 Compact Tactical offers all of the same capabilities as the full-size 509 Tactical, just in a smaller package. It can be tough to find a compact gun that is optics-ready, threaded, railed, and accepts full-size magazines – all from the factory. All of the included features in this form factor make the 509 Compact Tactical a compelling, if niche, choice for people looking to maximize the abilities of their concealed carry gun.

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