The receiver extension (buffer tube) is mil spec, and 6 position. The buffer is of the "H" buffer selection, which is nicer than the cheaper and lighter buffer many manufacturers still insist on using. The buffer is an example of going the extra step to prevent the knowledgeable end user from having to upgrade on their own, and keeps the novice secure in knowing they have selected a weapon that is well laid out.
Shown in the below picture, the castle nut is well staked in two locations.
Moving down to the pistol grip we find the Tango Down Battle Grip being used. This is a substantial upgrade over the A2 pistol grip that is usually found on most AR15 variants. The Tango Down Battle Grip provides secure and waterproof storage for additional batteries (CR123, AA and N size) or other items. This pistol grip also takes out the gap on the underside of the trigger guard.
Included as standard on this weapon are the Noveske version of the well known Troy Battle Sights. The rear sight fits standard 1913 rails, and aligns with any of the standard M16/ AR15 height iron sights. Not that most people will feel a need to switch away from the Troy/ Noveske folding sights, as they are among the lowest profile and durable sights on the market. Each click of adjustment provides .5 MOA, and no tools are required. Made from Stainless Steel and T6 aluminum with a type III hardcoat anodizing, they should last users a lifetime. Noveske Rifleworks takes no chances and uses a thread locker to keep these from coming loose under heavy vibration and use.
The Troy/ Noveske front sights are a folding front sight that provides .5 MOA adjustment with each click. Made from the same materials as the rear sight, these are T6 aluminum and SS, with a Type III hard coat anodizing. The front sights are what Troy considers the M4 style as opposed to their HK version. The front and rear sight both lock into the up position, and lowering is done through pushing the button on the left of the sight body.
The rail bears the most obvious mark of Viking Tactics, and uses their rail. The VTAC Modular Hand Guard System has a 1.75" Inside Diameter and 2" Outside Diamter, making for a streamlined and slim tube. Rail sections can be added where the end user sees fit, and left off where they are unwanted. The extended length of the rail ensures that both the gas blocks of the carbine length 14.5" barrel as well as the midlength 16" barrel are fully covered and protected.
Noveske Rifleworks is continuing their tradition of engraving their logo into complete weapons. Since the uppers will be available as a stand alone item, this makes complete sense. For those people who are unfamiliar with the marking, the below picture illustrates that the logo is split half way between the upper and lower receiver. With this feature in place, there is no doubt as to whether the weapon you are holding left the factory as a complete weapon or not.
Here are the listed specifications taken off the Noveske Rifleworks website.
VTAC/Noveske Combat Carbine 14.5"
14.5" Cold Hammer Forged Barrel, 1 in 7" twist, 5.56mm
--Made of Mil Spec M249 Machine Gun barrel steel, with heavy M249 Chrome Lining,
(appx. 2 times as thick as an M4 or M16)
--Extended Feed Ramps
--Mil Spec Phosphate finish
--Same weight as M4 barrel, 1 lb, 9 oz, but improved contour for maximum
rigidity, no M203 notch
--MP HP tested with certification
--Carbine length gas system
--YHM 5C2 Phantom flash suppressor permanently installed for non-NFA use
--Shot peened and MP tested bolt
--Properly staked carrier key
--Auto carrier
--Mil-Spec receiver extension, staked
--H Buffer
--Vltor Carbine buttstock
--Tango Down pistol grip
--One 30 rd mag included
--Flat-top upper receiver
--12" VTAC free floated handguard
--Low-profile gas block pinned to barrel
--Flip-up front and rear sights
*** Note that the upper is available as a stand alone item. ***
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