The VKTR VK-1 5.56 NATO piston rifle in Sniper Grey (brand part no. V-3110-0916-603) is a 16-inch, low-profile AR-15 built around a patented short-stroke piston system. That system matches the footprint and weight of a standard direct-impingement rifle, adding a staged gas bleed for steady cycling. A 15-inch VK-1 handguard, Magpul SL stock and Magpul K2 grip keep the rifle slim, and billet ambidextrous controls are standard. A Radian Raptor charging handle and a Hiperfire single-stage trigger round it out. From VKTR Industries, it is for shooters who want a full-length piston AR in a muted gray.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is 5.56 NATO, a common cartridge with wide factory support.
• The barrel length is 16 inches, heavy profile and hammer forged with machined cooling flutes, which keeps weight down without losing stiffness.
• The twist rate is 1:7, a fast twist that handles a wide range of 5.56 bullet weights.
• The muzzle device is an A2 flash hider, which controls muzzle flash.
• The operating system is a short-stroke piston with a one-piece op rod and removable gas block, which runs cooler and cleaner than direct impingement.
• The trigger is a 4.5 pound single-stage Hiperfire, which gives a clean, repeatable break.
• The handguard is a 15-inch VK-1 low-profile design that leaves room for lights and accessories.
• The stock is a Magpul SL, a slim stock that keeps the rifle compact.
• The approximate weight is 6.8 pounds, light for a piston-driven rifle.
• The color is Sniper Grey, a muted gray that avoids the plain black look.

Frequently Asked Questions

What comes in the box with this VK-1? VKTR ships it complete with two Magpul Gen 3 PMAGs, a rifle lock and a hard case.

Is this the 16-inch VK-1? Yes. It has a 16-inch barrel, and VKTR lists the overall length at 27.3 to 29.9 inches depending on the stock position.

How does the piston system work? VKTR describes a short-stroke piston with a one-piece, fully supported op rod, a removable gas block and a staged gas bleed.

Buy the VKTR VK-1 5.56 NATO Piston Rifle, 16-Inch Barrel, A2 Flash Hider, Sniper Grey

Sniper Grey gives this 16-inch VK-1 a quieter look than a black rifle, and the piston system adds reliability without adding bulk. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see more AR rifles in our lineup.