The BATTLEARMS XIPHOS 9P HGA 9mm – 5.25" Barrel, Billet Receiver, Combat Grey Finish, Gear Head Works Mod 2 Brace, Glock-Style 33-Round Magazine (XIPHOS-005 / XIPHOS005, UPC 810033783180) is a premium AR-style pistol caliber platform built from the ground up for performance, reliability, and modern defensive or range use. Purpose-designed as a blowback 9mm pistol, the Xiphos 9P combines Battle Arms’ high-end billet receiver, M-LOK free-float handguard, and GHW Mod 2 brace into a compact package that excels in tight spaces and fast-paced shooting.
If you're searching for a compact 9mm AR pistol that takes Glock-style mags, runs a proven blowback system, and features top-tier components right out of the box, the BATTLEARMS XIPHOS 9P HGA 9mm 5.25" deserves a serious look.
Purpose-Built 9mm AR Pistol with Glock-Style 33-Round Magazine
The Xiphos 9P isn’t just a converted 5.56 gun—it’s engineered specifically as a pistol caliber firearm:
Caliber: 9mm Luger for wide ammo availability and mild recoil.
Capacity: Ships with a Glock-style 33-round magazine, giving you 33+1 rounds on tap for range, training, or defense.
Operating System: Straight blowback, tuned for reliability and easy maintenance.
Pairing Glock-pattern mags with a Battle Arms billet 9mm platform means you get the best of both worlds: pistol-caliber economy and AR-style ergonomics.
5.25" Black Nitride 4150CM Barrel – Compact, Accurate & Suppressor-Ready
The heart of the XIPHOS-005 is a 5.25-inch barrel optimized for compact handling and solid ballistic performance:
Barrel length: 5.25" – ideal for keeping the gun short and maneuverable while still offering good velocity for defensive 9mm loads.
Material: 4150 CM (chrome-moly) steel for durability and long barrel life.
Finish: Black nitride for excellent corrosion resistance, a slick surface, and easy cleaning.
Twist rate: 1:10" – versatile enough to stabilize a wide range of 9mm bullet weights.
Thread pitch: 1/2x36 with an A2 flash hider, ready for muzzle devices or suppressors where legal.
This short barrel setup makes the Xiphos 9P especially well-suited for home defense, vehicle use, and close-quarters training.
Billet BAD-GS 7075-T6 Receiver & Combat Grey Finish
The billet BAD-GS 7075-T6 aluminum receiver is the structural core of the Xiphos series and a major upgrade over basic forged setups:
Billet-machined 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum for increased rigidity and perfect parts fit.
Signature BATTLEARMS Combat Grey finish for a modern, low-glare, and highly durable appearance.
Precision-machined interfaces designed specifically around a 9mm blowback system.
The result is a pistol that feels more like a custom shop build than a standard production gun.
Free-Float WORKHORSE M-LOK Handguard & Full-Length Picatinny Rail
Up front, Battle Arms equips the Xiphos 9P with a WORKHORSE free-float M-LOK handguard and full-length top rail:
M-LOK attachment slots at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock for lights, lasers, handstops, or other accessories.
Full-length Picatinny rail at 12 o’clock with Battle Arms’ signature notch cut that flows seamlessly into the upper receiver.
Free-float design to keep any accessories from impacting barrel harmonics.
This gives you plenty of real estate for optics and accessories while maintaining a streamlined, compact profile around the 5.25" barrel.
Gear Head Works Mod 2 Pistol Brace – Compact Control
A key feature of this Xiphos 9P HGA configuration is its Gear Head Works pistol brace, commonly referenced as the Mod 2 configuration:
Adjustable GHW Mod 2-style brace offers additional points of contact and improved control compared to a bare buffer tube.
Helps stabilize the pistol for faster follow-up shots and better recoil management with 9mm blowback operation.
Lightweight construction to keep the overall platform compact and maneuverable.
Combined with the short barrel and free-float handguard, this brace makes the Xiphos 9P easy to manage in confined spaces and dynamic shooting scenarios.
RACK Ambidextrous Charging Handle & Enhanced Controls
Battle Arms loads the XIPHOS-005 with upgraded controls you’d normally expect on high-end custom builds:
RACK ambidextrous charging handle included from the factory, giving you positive, glove-friendly operation from either side.
AR-style safety selector, extended magazine controls, and ergonomically shaped grip for familiar handling.
Optics-ready flat-top upper so you can mount red dots, prisms, or optics of your choice without interference.
These enhancements make manipulation intuitive and quick, particularly for shooters already comfortable with the AR platform.
33+1 Capacity Glock-Style Mag & PCC-Friendly Performance
This model ships with a single 33-round Glock-style magazine, a proven standard in pistol caliber carbines and defensive 9mm platforms:
Extended capacity for training, competition, or defensive roles.
Glock magazine compatibility simplifies your gear if you already run Glock-pattern pistols.
9mm blowback action paired with the brace and billet receiver makes the gun fast, flat-shooting, and easy to control across strings of fire.
It’s a natural fit for PCC (Pistol Caliber Carbine) competition, range training, or home-defense setups where controllability and capacity matter.
Key Specs – BATTLEARMS XIPHOS 9P HGA 9mm 5.25" (XIPHOS-005 / XIPHOS005)
From Battle Arms and major dealers:
Manufacturer: Battle Arms Development
Model: Xiphos 9P HGA
SKU / MPN: XIPHOS-005 / XIPHOS005
UPC: 810033783180
Caliber: 9mm Luger
Action: Semi-auto, blowback
Capacity: 33+1 (Glock-style 33-round magazine included)
Barrel Length: 5.25"
Barrel Material: 4150 CM steel
Barrel Finish: Black nitride
Twist Rate: 1:10
Muzzle Device: A2 flash hider
Thread Pitch: 1/2x36
Receiver: Billet BAD-GS 7075-T6 aluminum
Finish: BATTLEARMS Combat Grey
Handguard: WORKHORSE M-LOK free-float with 6.7" rail (approx.), M-LOK at 3, 6, 9 o’clock; full-length Picatinny at 12 o’clock
Brace: Gear Head Works pistol brace (Mod 2 configuration)
Charging Handle: RACK ambidextrous charging handle
Sights: Optics-ready (no sights included)
(Always confirm final configuration and local compliance with your dealer, as specs or included accessories may vary by batch or region.)
Who Is the BATTLEARMS XIPHOS 9P HGA 9mm For?
Choose the BATTLEARMS XIPHOS 9P HGA 9mm 5.25" BBL Billet Rec Combat Grey GHW Mod2 Brace Glock Style 33rd Mag (XIPHOS-005 / XIPHOS005) if you:
Want a premium 9mm AR pistol with billet receivers and top-tier components from the factory.
Prefer Glock-style 33-round magazines for capacity, availability, and cross-compatibility with other platforms.
Need a compact, maneuverable pistol for home defense, range training, or PCC-style shooting.
Appreciate features like a free-float M-LOK handguard, RACK ambi charging handle, nitride barrel, and Combat Grey finish.
From its 5.25" nitride barrel and billet 7075 receiver to the Gear Head Works Mod 2 brace and Glock-style 33-round mag, the Xiphos 9P HGA is built to deliver modern performance, rugged reliability, and refined ergonomics in a compact 9mm AR platform.
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