CORE15 Base M4 Scout 5.56 NATO Black Anodized AR-15

A: PART NUMBER 14045 WEIGHT 6 lbs. 5 oz. (unloaded) CALIBER Chambered in .223/5.56 x 45 mm NATO UPPER RECEIVER CORE15® Mil-Spec Forged 7075-T6 M-4 Upper Receiver, Type III Class II Hardcoat anodized finish, M4 Feed Ramps, (1913 Picatinny rail flat top) with dry lube internal finish and laser engraved T-markings LOWER RECEIVER CORE15® Mil-Spec Forged 7075- T6 Lower Receiver, Type III Class II Hard-coat anodized finish, beveled Magwell for improved reloading speed, machined chevrons in front of magazine well, bullet pictogram safety markings BOLT CARRIER CORE15® Mil-Spec Carpenter 158 Steel Bolt, M16 Chrome Lined 8620 Steel Carrier, Mil-Spec Staked Gas Key, Tool Steel Extractor, Shot Peened CHARGING HANDLE CORE15® Hardcore Billet Charging Handle V.1 BUFFER TUBE CORE15® Standard Mil-Spec GAS TUBE 304 Grade Stainless Steel BARREL CORE15® 16" Government Profile 1:9 Twist, 4150 Black Nitride Finish FLASH HIDER A-2 Flash Hider SIGHTS A Frame Front Sight Base (Forged) HANDGUARD M4 Sty

A: This is a mil-spec rifle with 4150 barrel and 1:9 twist which means that the temperatures and pressures generated pushing the bullet down the barrel will be less than a 1:7 or 1:8 twist and it will last longer. It should be happy with 55 to 62 grain bullets. It should give you 7000 rounds before it becomes a problem as long as you do not make a habit of sustained rapid fire. If you want to use it hard spend another $200 and get a chromed barrel for sure.

A: Personal opinion. I'd spend the extra $30 or so and buy the Smith & Wesson M&P 15 Sport II.

A: Unless there is some odd accessory out there, you cannot put a fore grip on that. You would need to change out the handguard. Here's a video that shows how simple swapping out that M4 handguard to a Magpul actually is. https://youtu.be/JCLvirSprEs

A: Bud's Item Number: 714014342

A: The best way to do that would be to get a new handguard, but if you want to keep the current one, there are M1913 rail sections that you can get that will attach to the holes on the underside of that handguard that you can then attach a VFG to.

A: Yes it can Wade. Quite easily. You will need a carbine length quad rail such as : https://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/714005311/UTG+PRO+4%2F15+CARB+QUAD+RAIL+BLK

A: sure it can Wade. Quite easily. You will need a carbine length quad rail such as : budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/714005311/UTG+PRO+4%2F15+CARB+QUAD+RAIL+BLK

A: I suggest you call core for the correct answer as its listed both ways Telephone: 352-401-9070

A: Monica, this should a newer production rifle with a 1 in 7 Twist rate(the old twist rate was 1 in 9). The twist rate will be on the Box and Buds Customer Service should be able to verify this with their inventory department at 1-859-368-0371 9am-9pm EST Mon-Fri. or use the Blue Chat now button at the bottom right corner 9am to 9pm Mon - Sat and 9am to 7pm Sunday.

A: Monica - The real problem is you get workers who don't accurately record all the detailed information when they 'list' a particular firearm. And, you get manufacturers who change a model up a bit, and the changes don;t get properly listed when the new modified versions ship out. Plus, we have a few on here who place more value on being "first to answer' to try to get points, that they put 'speed' over accuracy, unfortunately. . As an example, Buds lists this as a Core "Base" while Core calls it the "Scout" Here are the specs from Core's website, for THIS Modei's barrel: CORE15® 16" Government Profile 1:9 Twist, 4150 Black Nitride Finish. CORE15® 16" Government Profile 1:9 Twist, 4150 Black Nitride Finish

A: Monica, I got this specific firearm 3 months ago and it came with a 1 in 9 twist. That is what the UPC code says also. I also heard about a 1 in 7 twist upgrade. Unless your planning on shooting a heavy diet of over 62 grain rounds no big deal. Handles all 55 and 62 grain rounds I've put through mine fine.