The Patriot Ordnance Factory Minuteman in 5.56 NATO (MPN 01648) is POF’s take on a direct-impingement fighting carbine, built in a California-compliant configuration around a 16.5-inch barrel rifled at a 1:8-inch twist. Patriot Ordnance Factory equips the Minuteman with E2 dual-extraction technology, four small channels cut into the chamber walls that let gas pressure push against the neck of the spent case for more reliable extraction. The rifle uses a mil-spec aluminum anti-tilt buffer tube with carrier cradle extensions that keep the bolt carrier supported even when fully forward, rides on a 6-position MFT stock, and is finished in black hard-coat anodizing. The rifle feeds from a detachable 10-round magazine. Among AR-pattern rifles in the AR rifles category, the Minuteman favors California shooters who need a compliant direct-impingement 5.56 carbine.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO with a 1:8-inch rate of twist.
• Features a 16.5-inch barrel.
• Feeds from a detachable magazine with a 10+1 capacity.
• Built in a California-compliant configuration.
• Uses E2 dual-extraction technology for more reliable case extraction.
• Features a mil-spec anti-tilt buffer tube with carrier cradle extensions.
• Rides on a 6-position MFT stock.
• Finished in black hard-coat anodizing.
• Operates on a direct-impingement, semi-automatic action.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rifle compliant for restrictive states? Yes, this configuration is built to California’s compliance rules.

What is E2 dual-extraction technology? A POF design using small channels cut into the chamber walls that use gas pressure to help push against the spent case for more reliable extraction.

What is the magazine capacity? A detachable 10-round magazine.

Buy the Patriot Ordnance Factory Minuteman 5.56 NATO Rifle

A California-compliant, direct-impingement 5.56 carbine is exactly what the Minuteman delivers. As soon as it’s ready to ship, order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.