Vulcan V18
The Vulcan V18 is a semi-automatic rifle based on the ArmaLite AR-180, chambered in 5.56×45mm NATO. It was built using a modified carbon fibre AR-15 lower receiver coupled with a modified AR-180 upper receiver formed from heat treated SAE 4130 steel. Standard features of the rifle include an A2-style flash hider, 20” chrome lined barrel with a 1-7” twist, FAL-style hand guard, and polymer side-folding stock. Additionally, it utilizes STANAG magazines.
Vulcan V18
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- Vulcan V18
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The Vulcan V18 is a semi-automatic rifle based on the ArmaLite AR-180, chambered in 5.56×45mm NATO. It was built using a modified carbon fibre AR-15 lower receiver coupled with a modified AR-180 upper receiver formed from heat treated SAE 4130 steel. Standard features of the rifle include an A2-style flash hider, 20” chrome lined barrel with a 1-7” twist, FAL-style hand guard, and polymer side-folding stock. Additionally, it utilizes STANAG magazines.
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• Name — Vulcan V18 • Origin — United States • Type — Semi-automatic Rifle • Is Ranged — yes • Manufacturer — Vulcan Group Inc. • Unit Cost — $889 • Production Date — 1991-Present • Weight — 6.8 lb empty, w/ magazine • Length — 39 in • Part Length — 20 in • Cartridge — 5.56×45mm NATO • Action — Short-stroke piston, rotating bolt • Feed — all NATO STANAG 4179-compliant magazines
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