User Panel
User Panel
User Panel
|
Posted: 8/24/2008 6:33:04 PM EDT
[#1]
Thats a heavy bitch... Why not Larue?
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/24/2008 6:43:47 PM EDT
[#2]
Is it really that heavy? I couldn't find a weight anywhere for it.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/24/2008 6:44:56 PM EDT
[#3]
16 ounces. Thats a half pound heavier than a Larue.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/24/2008 6:53:11 PM EDT
[#4]
heres a 16" lmt i had with the vltor, good rail system if you need to clear a front sight, like an acog or similar:
 |
|
|
|
Posted: 8/24/2008 7:38:29 PM EDT
[#5]
they are nice in the sense that you can bolt them right on. they arent too much heavier than other brands including larue. 11oz vs 16oz. thats not much, at least not to me. the daniel defense omega also bolts right up and is free floating. it is about the lightest you will find. 8 qz. i had a casv on my rifle before i went back to standard handguards and it was a nice piece of equipment. if that is what you are set on you will be more than pleased with it
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/24/2008 7:39:46 PM EDT
[#6]
  |
|
|
|
Posted: 8/24/2008 7:40:02 PM EDT
[#7]
The Larue includes the barrel nut, the VLTOR doesn't. Add four ounces.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/25/2008 9:16:47 AM EDT
[#8]
Sorry old pic, Im aware there is no BUIS or trigger guard
 The only complait I had and it wasnt a big one was it wouldnt co-witness my EO. 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/25/2008 5:58:57 PM EDT
[#9]
The CASV-EL handguard and rail weighs 14. 1 oz in the plastic wrap, and the 5 rails, screws & allen wrenches weigh 5.3 oz in the plastic wrap.
Keep in mind the back 1/2 of the rail sits on top of the receiver so that would reduce the up-front weight. |
|
|
|
Posted: 8/25/2008 6:01:17 PM EDT
[#10]
Still, a VIS includes the upper and weighs 21 ounces. That's a much better deal. |
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/25/2008 6:01:25 PM EDT
[#11]
You would need a pretty tall front sight to co-witness with a EO Tech. Then it wouldn't work with your BUIS so the moral of the story is the EO Tech was never made to co-witness because of it's size.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/25/2008 6:04:54 PM EDT
[#12]
I guess if you have the coin to pay over 2X the price of the CASV for the VIS when the CASV gives you the same capability using a standard upper receiver then it's up to you. It all depends on personal preference. I like the CASV because it really does feel light up front, plus you only add the rails you want. The rest of the front is streamlined & well-ventilated. Plus the bottom of of the chassis pivots down & off for cleaning. I'll save some weight and bulk & stick with the CASV |
||
|
|
|
Posted: 8/25/2008 6:49:16 PM EDT
[#13]
If you want the lightest rail possible, get a Daniel Defense. If you want the rail that YOU actually want, the CASV is a very solid rail that requires little effort in the way of installation. The rails are pieces that attach where you want, and the overall feel, while subjective, is very nice.
I'll see if I can find a few more pictures. 
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/25/2008 6:55:11 PM EDT
[#14]
Here is an old picture.
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/25/2008 7:08:20 PM EDT
[#15]
I have a CASV on my 6.8 and love it and i have a Daniel Defense on my 5.56 and wouldnt trade it. It all comes down to what you want, if its for hunting by foot then go with the DD if for stand then go with Vltor (also Vltor if your not experiences with working with your firearm).
I cant tell you about Larue till later this week when i put the rest of my new build together!! |
|
|
|
Posted: 8/25/2008 7:36:46 PM EDT
[#16]
CASV my friend. I really like mine........
  
|
|
|
|
Posted: 8/25/2008 8:03:54 PM EDT
[#17]
I love mine. I completely redid my bushmaster Mforgery and it was the biggest improvement. I can still hold the handguard comfortably even with my bi-pod mounted.
 Also with the right buis it mounts on the upper and co-witnesses with my aimpoint perfectly.    |
|
|
Win a FREE Membership!
Sign up for the ARFCOM weekly newsletter and be entered to win a free ARFCOM membership. One new winner* is announced every week!
You will receive an email every Friday morning featuring the latest chatter from the hottest topics, breaking news surrounding legislation, as well as exclusive deals only available to ARFCOM email subscribers.
AR15.COM is the world's largest firearm community and is a gathering place for firearm enthusiasts of all types.
From hunters and military members, to competition shooters and general firearm enthusiasts, we welcome anyone who values and respects the way of the firearm.
Subscribe to our monthly Newsletter to receive firearm news, product discounts from your favorite Industry Partners, and more.
Copyright © 1996-2024 AR15.COM LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Any use of this content without express written consent is prohibited.
AR15.Com reserves the right to overwrite or replace any affiliate, commercial, or monetizable links, posted by users, with our own.
