The VK-1 is a compact piston-driven rifle built around VKTR’s low-profile short-stroke piston system. The design features optimized gas port sizing, a cup-and-spigot piston assembly, and a staged gas bleed system to maintain consistent operation with a variety of factory ammunition, both suppressed and unsuppressed. The short-stroke piston uses a fully-supported one-piece op rod and a removable gas block sized to match a standard DI AR-15 footprint and weight. This configuration ships with Magpul Gen3 PMAGs, a rifle lock, and a hard case.
Key Specifications
- Chambered in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO for common intermediate calibers.
- The barrel measures 13.70 inches and is threaded for muzzle devices.
- The magazine capacity is 30 + 1.
- The rifle weight is 6.60 lbs.
- The barrel twist rate is 1:7.
- Equipped with a Hiperfire Single Stage trigger.
- The stock is a Magpul SL in black.
- The muzzle device is a P&W HUXWRX Flash Hider QD XL.
- The overall length adjusts between 30.50″ and 33.10″.
- The barrel is described as threaded.
With its compact 13.7″ barrel and low-profile piston system, the VK-1 offers a reliable, service-oriented platform for compact duty, range use, and short-barrel applications. The staged gas bleed and piston design provide consistent cycling across suppressed and unsuppressed configurations, while included Magpul PMAGs and a protective case support immediate use and transport. This rifle is specified for users who prioritize proven mechanical performance and practical ergonomics in a compact package.
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