Zenith Firearms ZF-5 Essentials Package, 9MM, 8.9″ CHF Threaded/Trilug Barrel, Ambidextrous Safety, 30 Rounds

Product Description

The Zenith Firearms ZF-5 Essentials Package is a 9mm semi-auto pistol with an 8.9″ CHF threaded barrel. The ZF-5 series is an American-made version of the classic MP5. This model uses a roller delayed blowback action and feeds from a 30 round magazine.

The long barrel is the first thing you notice. It is threaded and trilug, so it is set up for muzzle devices. The safety is ambidextrous, which helps both right-handed and left-handed shooters. The sights are adjustable, and the grip is polymer. The matte Flat Dark Earth finish gives it a plain, practical look. Zenith also backs its firearms with a limited lifetime warranty.

Who it suits

This pistol fits shooters who like the MP5 layout and want a 9mm they can run at the range. The 30 round capacity means fewer reloads during a session. It also suits anyone who wants a threaded barrel ready for a muzzle device.

Good gear to pair with it includes spare 30 round magazines, a sling, a range bag, and eye and ear protection. If you plan to add a muzzle device, check the thread fit before you buy it. Pick a case or bag that fits the long barrel.

Zenith Firearms ZF-5 Essentials Package, 9MM, 8.9" CHF Threaded/Trilug Barrel, Ambidextrous Safety, 30 Rounds Specifications

What’s in the Box

Soft Case (per the manufacturer’s listing).

Fits and Pairs With

• Barnes TAC-XPD, 9MM+P, 115 Grain, Hollow Point, 20 Round Box
• Speer Ammunition Speer Gold Dot, Personal Protection, 9MM, 124 Grain, Hollow Point, 20 Round Box, 124G HP SB
• CCI Ammunition Shotshell, 9MM, 45 Grain, 10 Round Box
• Corbon Ammo Self Defense, 9MM, 115 Grain, Jacketed Hollow Point, 20 Round Box
• DoubleTap Ammunition Colt Defense, 9MM, 124Gr, Jacketed Hollow Point, 20 Round Box
• Federal American Eagle, 9MM, 130 Grain, 50 Round Box

Ordering from Western Sport

Order online and we ship it to the licensed FFL dealer you choose near you — see how buying a gun online works. Western Sport has been a licensed FFL/SOT dealer since 2007, and everything we sell carries the full manufacturer warranty. Questions before you order? Send us a message.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What caliber is the Zenith ZF-5 Essentials Package?

A: 9mm. It is a semi-auto pistol with a roller delayed blowback action.

Q: How many rounds does the ZF-5 Essentials Package hold?

A: 30 rounds. That is the magazine capacity of this model.

Q: Is the ZF-5 Essentials Package barrel threaded?

A: Yes. The 8.9" CHF barrel is threaded and trilug for muzzle devices. Check the thread fit of any device before you buy it.

Q: Does the Zenith ZF-5 have a manual safety?

A: Yes. It has an ambidextrous safety, so it can be worked from either side of the pistol.

Q: Is the Zenith ZF-5 an MP5?

A: No. The ZF-5 series is an American-made version of the classic MP5 design. It is built by Zenith Firearms, which offers a limited lifetime warranty.

Warranty and Manufacturer

Covered by the Zenith Firearms factory warranty; warranty terms come from Zenith Firearms.

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