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Auto-Ordnance AOM160 M1 CarbineAuto-Ordnance AOM160 M1 Carbine Gallery

by SI Staff - Thursday, October 28, 2010

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Auto-Ordance’s AOM160 is an updated version of the venerable M1A1 Carbine.

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Aftermarket accessories, including the Ultimak Picatinny rail seen here, can easily be installed on on this Auto-Ordance AOM160 M1 Carbine.

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Those familiar with the M1A1 will appreciate the rubber recoil pad, which is far more forgiving than the original steel buttplate.

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The stock on the rifle can be folded to the side for easy transportation or to reduce length in tighter quarters.

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The stock is foldable on the Auto-Ordnance AOM160

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The rifle is chambered in .30 Carbine and with the Ultimak Picatinny rail a variety of optics can easily be mounted

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Barrel length is 17 3/4 inches.

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The pistol grip gives the gun a modern touch. The tested rifle’s magazine had a capacity of 15 rounds, but 10- and 30-round magazines are also available.

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Topped with one of the carbine’s three sling attachement points, the steel trunion provides a strong attachement point for the folding buttstock.

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Holdovers from the World War II-era carbine include the rear sight. The flip-style sight has two settings: one for 100 yards and the other for 300 yards.

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The front blade sight and protective ears are instantly recognizeable for connoiseurs of American military firearms.

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The fire-control system is identical to that on the M1a1. The push-button safety, easy-to-reach magazine release and heavy trigger were brought over to the AOM160.