Colt Combat Unit Carbine .223 Remington/5.56 NATO Matte Black AR-15 Rifle

A: This has a Mil-Spec buffer tube from Colt. This should work just fine, however, you should verify with Colt customer Service/Product Information at: Tel: 800-962-COLT (2658) * Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm EST

A: Peter this is the The Colt LE6960 TALO Special Edition Combat Unit Carbine. Specifications : - Description: CLT CARB CCU 16.1 5.56 30RD TL - Brand: Colt - FAMILY:AR-15 Rifle Series - MODEL:Combat Unit Carbine - TYPE:Rifle - ACTION:Semi-Auto - FINISH:Matte Black - STOCK/FRAME:Collapsible / Folding Stock - STOCK/GRIPS:Magpul MOE SL Buttstock - WEIGHT:6.47 lbs. - CALIBER/GAUGE:223 Rem | 5.56 NATO - CAPACITY:30+1 # OF MAGS:1 - MAGAZINE DESC:30 rd. Magpul PMAG - BARREL:16.1" - RATE-OF-TWIST:1-in-7" - RECEIVER:Matte Black - SAFETY:Ambidextrous Safety Selector - ADDL INFO:Magpul MOE SL Pistol Grip - ADDL INFO:Mid-Length Gas System - EXCLUSIVE:TALO EXCLUSIVE.

A: Yancy, these rifles are similar. The colt combat has some enhanced parts/tuning. The big difference in price has to do with stock levels. High stock rifles are frequently hundreds less at Buds than low stock similar rifles. The Trooper has over 240 in stock while the Combat has only 38 in stock.

A: Hi Yancy, Here are 2 great detailed blogs about each of these models. The Colt Combat - http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2016/10/21/new-gun-colt-combat-unit-carbine/ The Colt Trooper - http://www.thefirearmblog.com/blog/2017/08/11/new-colt-introduces-trooperr-patrol-carbine/ The Combat - "Producing a mid-length gas system was the logical next-step for us, and it's long overdue,""Shooters will find that by moving the gas block closer to the muzzle as this mid-length gas system does, the felt recoil is more constant with what is fielded by our troops carrying a 14.5" barrel M4." Chambered in 5.56 NATO, the carbine has a 16.1″ barrel with a 1:7″ twist and lightweight profile. The trigger is a single stage model. Various Magpul parts are used including the MOE SL pistol grip and buttstock. An M-LOK compatible Centurion CMR free-float hand guard is standard. The safety is ambidextrous (LE6960-CCU) The Trooper - The Trooper Patrol Carbine is offered in 5.56 x 45 NATO, and features a 16

A: Hi Michael, This is normal as that pin should be able to take out by hand https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8NRHODNqLw Watch at 2:20

A: If the pin is flush on the opposite side and locked into the detent then it's okay don't force it deeper.

A: I would contact Colt if this is a new rifle at Customer service: 1 (800) 962-2658. I am sure they will remedy the issue for you.

A: Scott looking at other vendors I don't believe it does. You should get this verified with Buds directly at 1-859-368-0371 9am-9pm EST Mon-Fri. or use the Blue Chat now button at the bottom right corner.

A: I would contact colt with the upc and model number to get the correct answer Tel: 800-962-COLT (2658) *Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm EST Fax: (860) 244-1379