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CAR-15 FAMILY③

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CAR-15 FAMILY③ Caliber:  5.56 × 45mm M193  CAR-15 Survival Rifle The CAR-15 survival rifle is numbered Model 608 at Colt. The "survival rifle" is a weapon for aircrews to use after parachuting after being shot down. In fact, it is equivalent to the so-called PDW now. The gun was designed in early 1964 because the US Air Force issued a competition for the selection of self-defense weapons for pilots to escape after parachuting. The main requirements of the Air Force for this weapon are: very compact, firing .223 Remington bullets, a magazine capacity of 30 rounds, and a gun and three spare magazines can be placed in a package no longer than 15 inches (about 38 cm). Robert Gaddis made full use of the characteristics of the upper and lower receiver structure of the AR-15 based on the CAR-15 submachine gun that was being developed at the time. It can be disassembled into two parts: the barrel/upper receiver and the lower receiver/stock, and stored in the pilot's bag together ...

CAR-15 FAMILY ②

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  CAR-15 FAMILY ② Caliber:  5.56  ×  45mm M193 CAR-15  Carbine The CAR-15 carbine was designed to provide mechanized troops with a short rifle that could be easily mounted on vehicles. The barrel is 15 inches (381mm) long, and it uses the standard AR-15 triangular handguard and stock and the 02-style three-pronged flash suppressor. It is just a shortened barrel, and its appearance is very different from the various M16 carbines we are familiar with now. Obviously, it is impossible to install a bayonet, so the CAR-15 carbine has no bayonet protrusion. The CAR-15 carbine with an auxiliary push handle is the Colt number 605 (Model 605 ), but some carbines do not have an auxiliary push handle and have three firing modes, which can control semi-automatic, 3-round burst and fully automatic shooting. These models are designated as 605B. The Navy SEALs were found using such CAR-15 carbines in early 1962. Colt engineers demonstrate the use of the XM148, mounted under the Mode...

CAR-15 FAMILY ①

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CAR-15 FAMILY ① Caliber:  5.56 × 45mm M193 The meaning of CAR-15 is confusing. In current popular usage, it is a generic name for many shortened carbine versions of the Colt AR-15 rifle, while technically it only refers to the CAR-15 weapon system developed by Colt in the 1960s. The Colt CAR-15 was a coveted personal defense weapon among Army aircrews during the Vietnam War. There never seemed enough of the stubby little guns to go around. (Firearms News photo) CAR-15 family of rifles being marketed Colt's own product catalog used the name CAR-15 very early, but most soldiers had never seen it. When Colt obtained the patent and technical data of Armalite's AR-15 in 1959, although there were still many controversies about the AR-15 in the US Army at that time, Colt had already begun to develop a gun family around the initial weapon prototype and named it " CAR-15 5.56mm Military Weapons System", where "C" is the abbreviation of Colt . They felt that if the...

Armalite M-15

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 Armalite M-15 Caliber :  5.56 × 45 mm NATO Armalite 3-Gun Rifle Review- M153GN18 By: University of Florida 3-Gun Team Due to financial difficulties, Armalite sold the AR-15 to Colt in 1959. Later, as the AR series became popular in the civilian market, every factory wanted to produce AR for sale, so Armalite decided to re-enter the market. However, since they no longer had the ownership of the AR-15 name, they slightly modified the original design and launched this civilian semi-automatic rifle under the name of M15.

TTI TR-1: A Tactical Masterpiece

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TTI TR-1: A Tactical Masterpiece Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO                    The TTI TR-1 is a standout in the world of tactical rifles, developed by Taran Tactical Innovations (TTI). While it doesn't boast a long historical background, its roots are deeply embedded in the expertise and innovation of its creator, Taran Butler. As a world-renowned competitive shooter and firearms trainer, Butler has infused the TR-1 with insights and experience garnered over years of involvement in the firearms industry. This rifle embodies the cutting-edge advancements and tactical knowledge that have evolved over time, making it a top choice for both competitive shooting and tactical applications. Keanu shredding with Taran Butler, including TR-1 shooting By: Taran Tactical

Armalite AR-10: Evolution and Modernization

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Armalite new version AR-10 Caliber :  7.62 × 51 mm NATO ​​ Armalite AR-10 SUPER SASS 7.62x51 308 Winchester  Historical Overview The AR-10, originally developed by Armalite in the 1950s, is a lightweight, magazine-fed rifle that chambers the 7.62 × 51 mm NATO round. Despite failing to secure a contract in the U.S. military's selection test in 1956, the design garnered interest internationally. In 1957, the Dutch Artillery Department acquired licensed production rights, leading to the manufacture of approximately 5,000 units. Early batches were sold to Burma, Nicaragua, Guatemala, and Sudan.                                 Early Modifications and Discontinuation In 1959, Colt made significant modifications to the original AR-10 design, resulting in the AR-10A and AR-10B models. However, the 1960s saw a shift towards smaller caliber rifles, which led to the discontinuation of the AR-10 in favor of more m...

AR at BCM​

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AR at BCM​ Caliber:  5.56 × 45mm , .300 AAC BLK                      A Deep Dive into BCM's AR Innovations BCM (Bravo Company Manufacturing), founded in Wisconsin in 2005 by a retired Marine, has made significant strides in the firearms industry, particularly with the AR15 platform. Initially focusing on high-end AR15 parts like upper receiver components, triggers, bolts, stocks, grips, and bolt handles, BCM quickly expanded its repertoire to include fully assembled and custom firearms. This evolution has firmly positioned BCM as a leader in AR manufacturing, renowned for quality and innovation. By:The Southern Draw Endorsements from Elite Operators In recent years, BCM has bolstered its reputation by enlisting retired special forces operatives to endorse their products. Notable figures such as Larry Vickers, JD Potynsky, Kyle Defoor, Pat McNamara, and Tom Spooner have lent their names to the BCM brand. These endorsements are mo...