CZ Scorpion
The CZ Scorpion EVO 3 is the most popular pistol-caliber carbine on the American market — a 9mm semi-automatic with folding stock, last-round bolt hold-open, ambidextrous controls, and one of the deepest aftermarket ecosystems of any PCC. Originally a Czech military and law enforcement subgun, the Scorpion translates beautifully to the civilian market in carbine, pistol, and .22 LR configurations. Impact Guns stocks the full Scorpion family alongside a deep selection of magazines, stocks, handguards, and accessories.
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CZ Scorpion Lineup: S1 Carbine vs. S1 Pistol vs. S2 Micro
The S1 Carbine ships with a full folding stock and a 16.2″ barrel — the most accurate and easiest-to-shoot configuration, legal everywhere as a rifle. The S1 Pistol has a 7.72″ barrel and a pistol brace, giving a compact package well-suited to home defense and suppressor use. The S2 Micro compresses the platform further with a 4.12″ barrel for maximum compactness at the cost of velocity. For general use and range shooting, the carbine is the best choice. For home defense and suppressed builds, the S1 pistol strikes the best balance of size and shootability.
CZ Scorpion EVO 3 S1 in .22 LR: The Training Version
CZ produces a .22 LR version of the Scorpion EVO 3 S1 that uses the same controls, ergonomics, and manual of arms as the 9mm centerfire models — an ideal low-cost trainer for Scorpion owners or anyone who wants to practice the PCC manual of arms at rimfire prices. The .22 LR Scorpion feeds from dedicated magazines (not interchangeable with 9mm) and requires standard rimfire maintenance. At 5–10 cents per round vs. 25+ cents for 9mm, the .22 LR version pays for itself quickly for high-volume shooters.
CZ Scorpion vs. Ruger PC Carbine vs. Kel-Tec Sub-2000: PCC Comparison
The Scorpion, Ruger PC Carbine, and Kel-Tec Sub-2000 are the three most popular 9mm PCCs. The Scorpion wins on aftermarket depth, trigger quality, and ergonomics — the EVO 3 design is simply more refined than the other two. The Ruger PC Carbine accepts Glock magazines (a significant advantage for Glock owners) and has a takedown design for compact storage. The Sub-2000 folds in half for extreme portability. For shooters who want the best PCC regardless of cost, the Scorpion is the right answer. For Glock magazine compatibility, the Ruger wins.
CZ Scorpion for Suppressor Use
The CZ Scorpion S1 Pistol is one of the most popular 9mm suppressor hosts available. The threaded barrel accepts standard 1/2×28 suppressors, the blowback operation is simple to tune for suppressed use, and the pistol configuration keeps overall length manageable with a can attached. Subsonic 9mm loads (147gr and heavier) are hearing-safe through a quality suppressor in most conditions. Since January 1, 2026, the NFA $200 tax stamp has been eliminated — see our suppressors page for compatible options. The Scorpion carbine can also be registered as an SBR to add a full stock to a short-barreled configuration.
CZ Scorpion Magazines & Aftermarket
The Scorpion uses proprietary double-stack 9mm magazines in 10, 20, and 30-round capacities. OEM CZ magazines are the most reliable option; MagPul also produces aftermarket Scorpion magazines. The aftermarket for stocks, handguards, triggers, and braces is extensive — Manticore Arms, B&T, and Fab Defense all produce popular upgrades. For the full CZ-USA brand page covering the P-10 pistol lineup and other CZ products, see our CZ-USA page. For related pistol caliber carbines, see our PCC category page.