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Stickman
16 January 2009, 19:24
There are a lot of IM and email about the ACS stock, here are a few pictures. The ACS is one of the more comfortable and natural feeling stocks I've shot with. The battery storage tubes are well laid out and waterproof, and the interior storage compartment will be familiar to UBR users.

The new extended pad offers a slightly increased length, but more importantly gives a new texture and even higher resistance to impact.




http://stickman.rainierarms.com/galleries/Magpul%20III/0O2P0940-1028-Stick.jpg




http://stickman.rainierarms.com/galleries/Magpul%20III/0O2P0980-A-1028-Stick.jpg

wildcrafter
16 January 2009, 21:21
Looks nice and great pics as usual. How does the ACS compare in weight to the UBR?

OUTLAW-ONE
16 January 2009, 21:35
LOVE IT! More Magpul please.

Uglyduck
16 January 2009, 21:36
Stick, would you happen to know if the pad fits the MOE stock too?

12131
16 January 2009, 22:32
Looks great! Best of both worlds, imho, combination of the CTR and the SOPMOD/Modstock.

Stickman
17 January 2009, 04:42
Looks nice and great pics as usual. How does the ACS compare in weight to the UBR?




Much much lighter, think more along the lines of the CTR than UBR.



UBR- 1.25lbs

ACS- .75lbs

CTR- .57lbs

MOE Stock- .52lbs

Stickman
17 January 2009, 04:44
Stick, would you happen to know if the pad fits the MOE stock too?





Yes, the pad fits the CT and MOE as well.


http://stickman.rainierarms.com/galleries/Magpul%20III/0O2P0978-A-1028-Stick.jpg

Uglyduck
17 January 2009, 08:51
You da man Stick....I don't know where you find the time to console us

Tueben
17 January 2009, 13:58
I really like the looks of that---can't wait to get in in foliage.

m24shooter
17 January 2009, 18:27
Just when I was set on a UBR.
Where will the price point be on these relative to the others?

justin369
17 January 2009, 18:46
any word on when we will be able to buy them? can't wait to get one :-)

Policetacteam
18 January 2009, 02:42
Very cool! I like that Magpul is consistent with their modularity between products!

Stickman
18 January 2009, 04:47
Just when I was set on a UBR.
Where will the price point be on these relative to the others?




The catalog lists them at $135.

m24shooter
18 January 2009, 06:33
The catalog lists them at $135.

Well then, I know what one of the stocks on my kids' carbines will be.

FPembleton
18 January 2009, 13:51
Ha! I'd like to try out that new buttpad. Figures they would release a new one after I just bought a couple for my current CTRs!

Venom
18 January 2009, 14:01
I think the new pad is a bit overkill. I liked the lowprofile old one better.

Stickman
18 January 2009, 14:37
I think the new pad is a bit overkill. I liked the lowprofile old one better.



Not sure what you mean, the new one is an optional piece, the current and standard one remains standard.

I don't think there is much doubt that its an heavier piece. However, its part of the drop test requirement for the military.

uspopo
18 January 2009, 15:46
Stickman, that ACS rocks brother. Magpul is going to be to getting a lot of my money this year.

EHilderbrand
18 January 2009, 19:36
Fantastic! I've been waiting for this since Shot Show '08.

Army Chief
19 January 2009, 05:09
The ACS, MOE+ grip and MOE handguards strike me as a near-optimal combination, and I'm pleased that these have finally reached the production stage. It's yet another promising year for Magpul -- and us.

AC

RebelArt
19 January 2009, 09:33
Does anyone know when the new buttpad will be availabe? and how much it will cost?

TehLlama
20 January 2009, 12:36
Longer... or the newer ACS at least looks it. Is this newer itertion EMOD length?

If so, consider that my 4th carbine with only MagPul furniture.

Stickman
24 January 2009, 17:49
Does anyone know when the new buttpad will be availabe? and how much it will cost?



Cost is $135 for the ACS, and $20 on the enhanced pad.

EHilderbrand
24 January 2009, 21:50
$135.00 for the ACS stock alone is an absolute bargain.

steve1911
29 January 2009, 01:03
This is the stock i have been waiting for hurry up Mag Pul.

Stickman
29 January 2009, 05:47
Another view.

16" SS barrel
DD 12.0 Lite Rail
LMT Front BUIS
Troy Rear BUIS
Magpul Pistol Grip
Magpul ACS Stock
Magpul EMAG


http://stickman.rainierarms.com/galleries/Charles%20Daly%20Carbines/IMG_7990%20A%201028%20Stick.jpg

Ryo
29 January 2009, 07:34
Wow.. that's a bargain for $135. I would get one just for my collection.

Mantis
29 January 2009, 08:08
This is the stock i have been waiting for hurry up Mag Pul.


Yup. Same for me.

Arms_Reach
30 January 2009, 00:39
I don't like to clammer, but one of those will likely end up in my home.
Thanks, Stickman.

Army Chief
30 January 2009, 00:57
Having no first-hand experience with 6.8mm, how would those who have experienced it compare the recoil of that configuration with the standard 5.56mm? I ask simply because the extended recoil pad strikes me as possible overkill for our most common loads, but this might be a very nice addition for a heavier round.

AC

Army Chief
30 January 2009, 01:01
[See photo in post #26]

This view reveals something that I hadn't previously considered. Are we looking at an idiocyncracy associated with a prototype, or does the ACS storage compartment allow access from the right side only?

AC

Ryo
30 January 2009, 17:48
I noticed that a while ago..

Ryo
30 January 2009, 17:48
Maybe they did it because it was cheaper.. remember this one is cheaper than the UBR.

Stickman
30 January 2009, 18:02
Yes, storage is accessed from one side. I've got to say I strongly prefer that method. Cheaper to make, less to break or wear out, and its not like you are grabbing anything out of the storage section with need for great speed.


http://stickman.rainierarms.com/galleries/Noveske/IMG_7899%20A%201028%20Stick.jpg

Ryo
30 January 2009, 18:27
Really you don't need 2 doors.. you wouldn't be opening the UBR compartments in combat.. plus it take a little effort to flip that latch.

However I do think it takes away from the appearance. I like the door or door removed look.

Hey Stickman, will the tube area be able to carry anything in it like the LMT SOPMODs? Looks like there's space there. Also looks like the top cover is removable.. is that for compartment space, or just cheek covers interchangability?

Stickman
30 January 2009, 18:36
The tubes are built as battery compartments.

Army Chief
30 January 2009, 23:50
Yes, storage is accessed from one side.

Roger, thanks. To be clear, it makes no difference to me one way or the other, and in fact, I think it makes perfect sense to go with a one-sided approach -- I was just wondering if what we were looking at was essentially a production-ready variant.

I suppose that begs the larger question that, when you're given Magpul prototypes for T&E, how much do they really tend to change before they go to full-scale production? It's easy to see the difference in early mockups, because they often have a much rougher surface and seem to be made from a slightly different compound. That said, the units that tend to show up in your photo exposes appear to be more street-ready, with little obvious differentiation from the eventual retail product. True?

AC

45R
4 February 2009, 20:43
Hope these come out soon!

Stickman
6 February 2009, 17:18
That said, the units that tend to show up in your photo exposes appear to be more street-ready, with little obvious differentiation from the eventual retail product. True?

AC


For the most part, I would have to agree.

legendchaser
9 February 2009, 18:52
You know, if you would retake the photo and include a cordless DeWalt or Milwaukee sawzall or drill I could frame the photo and be reminded of all my vices and dwindling bank account with one glance.


Yes, storage is accessed from one side. I've got to say I strongly prefer that method. Cheaper to make, less to break or wear out, and its not like you are grabbing anything out of the storage section with need for great speed.


http://stickman.rainierarms.com/galleries/Noveske/IMG_7899%20A%201028%20Stick.jpg

Army Chief
9 February 2009, 21:42
I like the way you think, LC. If a man's got to have his vices, I think yours are pretty much the ones to have. :)

AC

Anubismp
12 February 2009, 14:24
That looks great. Since I already have a CTR it makes me want Magpul to make a side saddle that locks into the holes on the side and has a slight cheekrest on top.

Audiophiliac
12 February 2009, 17:04
I am ready to order one NOW. :)

Stickman
12 February 2009, 18:26
Another option....


http://stickman.rainierarms.com/galleries/Magpul%20III/IMG_8149%201028%20Stick.jpg

MrMojoRisin
12 February 2009, 18:46
On the regular AR stock you pull the latch down to install it, somewhat the same on the CTR and MOE.

How do you get enough leverage to install this new stock?

Remove the storage tubes first?

Stickman
12 February 2009, 18:58
I use a slotted screwdriver blade, and just twist the tab down. It makes it easier than trying to pull parts off, or grab it with finger on this stock.

SHIHAN
12 February 2009, 23:11
Looks great! Best of both worlds, imho, combination of the CTR and the SOPMOD/Modstock.


You forgot the hint of EMOD.

Belloc
24 February 2009, 05:13
Any chance of getting a pic referencing it from above? Trying to get a width estimate.
Thanks.

Stickman
24 February 2009, 09:58
Any chance of getting a pic referencing it from above? Trying to get a width estimate.
Thanks.



Belloc,

Welcome to the board. I'll see if I can't shoot something that shows that view.

Ryo
24 February 2009, 10:22
You probably could take a ruler and measure it for him. ;)

Belloc
25 February 2009, 05:56
Thanks for the welcome. I have been coming here and reading your posts for awhile actually. Great information and pics. A shot from the back would work as well. Once again, trying to determine the width of the stock at it's widest point, from the edge of on battery compartment to the other.

Army Chief
25 February 2009, 07:12
I think we're looking at something not too dissimilar to the SOPMOD (LMT) stock, profile-wise, but it would be interesting to see this in photographs.

AC

Ryo
25 February 2009, 09:39
I suspect Stickman can provide that if he has time. [:D]

Stickman
25 February 2009, 12:15
I'm shooting adwork right now, but I'll try to get it in.

Ryo
26 February 2009, 09:09
I wonder which I would like better.. the LMT SOPMOD or the Magpul ACS. I keep wanting to sell my SOPMOD since I went with the UBR, but I keep hanging on to it.

Army Chief
26 February 2009, 09:16
No doubt about it: I'm a fan of the SOPMOD profile. It isn't a perfect stock according to the most evolved definition, but it still sets the baseline standard for that intangible "feel factor." Quality-wise, it's a rock-solid (if not especially refined) piece of kit that still rates top billing.

If the ACS can deliver a similar profile (and the evidence to date suggests that it will) along with the usual Magpul quality standard, I won't even waste my time making future comparisons. It already has a place reserved in my ongoing project, and that's based purely upon advance information and imagery.

AC

Stickman
26 February 2009, 11:52
No doubt about it: I'm a fan of the SOPMOD profile. It isn't a perfect stock according to the most evolved definition, but it still sets the baseline standard for that intangible "feel factor." Quality-wise, it's a rock-solid (if not especially refined) piece of kit that still rates top billing.

If the ACS can deliver a similar profile (and the evidence to date suggests that it will) along with the usual Magpul quality standard, I won't even waste my time making future comparisons. It already has a place reserved in my ongoing project, and that's based purely upon advance information and imagery.

AC



AC,

I think you are dialed in, and I share you thoughts. The LMT SOPMOD sets a standard, and for me, the ACS replicates the cheekweld, while giving greater storage, locking cam, variable stock pads, and is coming in at $135.

EvilBlackGun
7 May 2009, 12:47
Just saw a pic of the ACS extended and it is not like the UBR more like EMOD.

louie
7 May 2009, 13:37
Thanks for the drool-pics, Stick!

Are there any provisions for QD sling swivels?

Sak007
11 May 2009, 04:36
will the acs lock flush against the castle nut with a troy pro sling adapter mounted?

TOM1911
12 May 2009, 07:28
Stick. Has anyone tried this stock with the ASAP yet?. Ihave one with the CTR and I need to see if there is any interference with the slider ring in the fully closed position.