What barrels does LaRue use?

Stealth 5.56 Barrels: Stealth barrels are chambered in . 223 wylde, 1-in-8 twist rifling in medium-weight contour. Barrels arrive with a LaRue Precision Barrel Extension installed, Threaded muzzle (1/2×28), precision gas hole, and gas block divots at the 6 o’clock position.

Are LaRue barrels good?

The Stealth barrel from LaRue is 100% quality, and well worth the price. I don’t think you can beat it for value in 5.56mm. Yes, there are better barrels.

Are LaRue barrels stainless steel?

The Larue is 1:8″ twist and is made from “Bearden Steel” (or at least it has this name stamped on the barrel).

Are LaRue barrels chrome lined?

Sergeant. I know the larue ones are non chrome lined and are polygonal rifled.

Does LaRue Tactical make their own barrels?

LaRue now making their own barrels.

What does LaRue OBR stand for?

Optimized Battle Rifle
The LaRue OBR (Optimized Battle Rifle) was built from the ground up, using a newly designed upper-receiver platform, combined with a lower, inspired from our successful 5.56 MM lower.

What is a M4 feed ramp?

The M4 cut extends down beyond the edge of the barrel extension (has a scalloped appearance), and a correspondingly deeper cut in an M4-spec upper receiver effectively extends the ramps downward (they’re lowered). So, an M4 feed ramp includes the barrel extension and the upper.

Does military use LaRue Tactical?

After determining that the juice isn’t worth the squeeze, LaRue Tactical has decided to opt out of the US Army’s US Army’s Compact Semi-Automatic Sniper System (CSASS) program which, as currently structured could resu in a replacement for the current M110 gas operated sniper rifle.

Can you add M4 feed ramps?

M4 and A2 Feed Ramps The rifle-platform M16s don’t use them. However, it’s rare now to find an upper receiver or a ready-to-go barrel that doesn’t have the M4 cuts.

Does LaRue Tactical offer a military discount?

Through the years we have extended a savings to our military and Law Enforcement customers that we are quite proud of … a very large dollar number when totaled.

What LaRue Tactical?

LaRue is known world-wide for sniper targets, quick-detachable mounting solutions and hyper-accurate 7.62mm and 5.56mm rifle systems.

How big is the barrel on a LaRue predatar?

The 14.75-inch forend surrounding the PredatAR’s barrel features close-mounted, removable blocks that provide a comfortable hold. Rail sections can be added where needed for accessories. LaRue’s XTRAXN chamber technology reduces friction and ensures reliable extraction through a wide range of temperature and chamber pressure extremes.

What is the barrel life of a LaRue?

LaRue rates the barrel life at 10,000 rounds. At the rate dedicated AR fans burn through ammo, the original barrel may last only a few short years. Bolt-action rifles typically give longer service because of their substantially lower rate of fire. After testing the PredatAR, I couldn’t find a lot to complain about the new rifle.

What’s the weight of the LaRue tactical 5.56mm?

The 5.56mm LaRue Tactical PredatAR rifle I’ve been using tips the scales at just 6.25 pounds empty—2 pounds lighter than most rifles built on the Stoner design. Lighter weight means markedly improved carrying and far better handling capabilities than heavier AR-15s offer.

What makes the LaRue tactical predatar so good?

LaRue’s XTRAXN chamber technology reduces friction and ensures reliable extraction through a wide range of temperature and chamber pressure extremes. The LaRue PredatAR offers all the punch and accuracy of other AR-15s, but in a lightweight package with plenty of top-notch upgrades.