Smith & Wesson M&P FPC 5.7 & Gemtech Nebula at SHOT Show 2026
Smith & Wesson brings the popular 5.7x28mm cartridge to its Folding Pistol Carbine platform, paired with Gemtech's first 3D-printed titanium suppressor. The FPC 5.7 shares magazines with the M&P 5.7 pistol, creating a unified system with 66 rounds of onboard capacity.
Key Takeaways
- →M&P FPC 5.7: Folding Pistol Carbine now chambered in 5.7x28mm with low recoil and high velocity
- →Shared Fire Control: Same fire control unit and internal hammer as M&P 5.7 pistol for consistent trigger pull
- →Magazine Compatibility: Uses M&P 5.7 pistol magazines (22 rounds), total 66 rounds onboard capacity
- →Gemtech Nebula 5.7: First 3D-printed titanium baffle stack suppressor from Gemtech
- →Slim Suppressor Profile: Narrow enough to use standard pistol sights without obstruction
- →Full-Auto Rated: Nebula 5.7 handles demanding firing schedules with stainless steel blast baffle
M&P FPC in 5.7x28mm
The M&P FPC (Folding Pistol Carbine) earned a following for its compact design and 9mm capability. Smith & Wesson now chambers it in 5.7x28mm, bringing the cartridge's low recoil and high velocity characteristics to the folding carbine platform.
The FPC 5.7 shares the same fire control unit and internal hammer as the M&P 5.7 pistol. This delivers an identical trigger pull between both platforms, reducing training complexity for users who carry both. The cross-bolt safety and non-reciprocating charging handle carry over from the original FPC design.
Redesigned Buttstock & Portability
Smith & Wesson redesigned the buttstock specifically for the 5.7x28mm's 22-round magazines. The new stock includes a comfortable cheek weld shelf and a simplified lift-and-slide magazine release mechanism for the onboard spare.
Buttstock Features
- Designed for 22-round magazines
- Comfortable cheek weld shelf
- Lift-and-slide magazine release
- QD sling mount
Portability
- Same folding mechanism as original FPC
- QD mount on handguard
- QD mount on buttstock
- Compact folded profile
The FPC 5.7 retains the same folding mechanism that made the original popular for vehicle storage and backpack carry. QD sling mounts on both the buttstock and handguard provide multiple carry options.
Magazine Ecosystem
The FPC 5.7 uses the same magazines as the M&P 5.7 pistol. Each magazine holds 22 rounds, and with the buttstock storage, the carbine carries three magazines: one in the magwell and two in the stock. This delivers 66 rounds of onboard capacity.
FPC 5.7 Capacity
- Magazine Capacity22 rounds
- Buttstock Storage2 magazines
- Total Onboard Capacity66 rounds
- Magazine CompatibilityM&P 5.7 Pistol
For users who already own the M&P 5.7 pistol, the FPC 5.7 creates a unified system. Same magazines, same trigger pull, and the ability to transition between platforms without retraining.
Gemtech Nebula 5.7 Suppressor
Gemtech introduces the Nebula 5.7, their first suppressor featuring a 3D-printed titanium baffle stack. The additive manufacturing process allowed engineers to optimize baffle geometry specifically for the 5.7x28mm cartridge in ways traditional machining cannot achieve.
The Nebula 5.7's slim profile allows use with standard pistol sights. Unlike wider suppressors that require suppressor-height sights, the Nebula sits narrow enough that the sight picture remains unobstructed.
Nebula 5.7 Specifications
Construction
- 3D-printed titanium baffle stack
- Stainless steel blast baffle
- High-temp Cerakote finish
- Full-auto rated
Mounting
- 1/2x28 direct thread mount included
- Plan B architecture compatible
- Quick-detach ready
- Slim profile for standard sights
The stainless steel blast baffle handles the initial gas pressure, protecting the titanium baffles downstream. Combined with high-temperature Cerakote, the Nebula 5.7 withstands demanding firing schedules including full-auto use.
Gemtech recommends cleaning after shooting rimfire ammunition through the suppressor. A two-hour soak in Break-Free suppressor cleaner removes carbon buildup from the baffle stack.
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A Unified 5.7x28mm System
Smith & Wesson positioned the FPC 5.7 and Nebula 5.7 as companions to the existing M&P 5.7 pistol. The shared magazine compatibility means users can carry one magazine type for both platforms. The matching fire control delivers consistent trigger feel whether shooting the pistol or carbine.
The 5.7x28mm cartridge brings low recoil and flat trajectory to the FPC platform. Combined with 22-round magazine capacity and 66 rounds onboard, the FPC 5.7 offers substantial firepower in a folding package. The Nebula 5.7 suppressor completes the system for users in NFA-friendly states.
Gemtech's move to 3D-printed titanium baffles marks a manufacturing shift. The ability to optimize baffle geometry for specific cartridges opens possibilities that traditional machining cannot match. The Nebula 5.7 represents their first production application of this technology.
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