The VKTR Industries VK-1PW is a 5.56 rifle built around a patented low-profile short-stroke piston system designed for consistent operation with a range of factory ammunition. The rifle features a 13.70-inch barrel, a low-profile M-LOK handguard and Magpul SL stock with a Magpul K2 grip, finished in Sniper Gray Cerakote. The VK-1’s piston architecture incorporates a cup-and-spigot design and a staged gas bleed system to balance gas sealing and reliability. The package includes two Magpul Gen 3 PMAGs, a rifle lock, and a hard case.
Key Specifications
- The chambering is 5.56.
- The barrel measures 13.70 inches.
- The operating system is a short-stroke piston with a cup-and-spigot design.
- The rifle includes a removable gas block and a fully-supported one-piece op rod.
- The handguard is a low-profile M-LOK design.
- The finish is Sniper Gray Cerakote.
- Furniture includes a Magpul SL stock and Magpul K2 grip.
- The package contains two Magpul Gen 3 PMAGs, a rifle lock, and a hard case.
- The staged gas bleed system supports consistent operation suppressed or unsuppressed.
Engineered for shooters who prioritize reliability and serviceability, the VK-1PW combines the handling profile and footprint of a standard DI AR-15 with the advantages of a piston-driven system. Its modular M-LOK platform and Magpul ergonomics provide a practical base for optics and accessory setups suited to precision shooting, duty use, and versatile field applications.
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