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.
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.
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.
