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Posted: 8/27/2007 4:03:49 PM EDT
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im buying an 16" barreled upper, but im torn between midlength or M4. im not really sure the benefits of either, other than the obviosly longer handguard with a midlength gas system. im getting a Del-Ton upper,-its $440 for the m4 upper, $450 for a midlength with a CL bore. im putting a rifle length MI #22 handguard on it- the gas block position will not really matter as it will be covered by the rail on either length gas system. ive heard people posting about midlengths being smoother, and more efficient (more velocity??) i dont mind the M4 length though- im ordering the MI handguard a few days after i get the upper. if there is no discernable difference (other than the longer handgaurd on midlength) ill get the cheaper M4 upper. *edit* the midlength isnt more espensive, i was looking at a midlength with A2 upper which costs $10 more. so- same price, which would you choose and why? |
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I will be buying a midlength soon, and a Del-Ton kit is one I'm considering also. From my own research, the benefits of a "middy" over a carbine (M4) are: 1) smoother operation 2) slightly less felt recoil 3) better reliability 4) longer sight radius 5) longer handguards: more room for hands and accessories 6) a bayonette fits correctly And one other benefit: many people just think they look better. (Me too.) The only advantages a carbine would have over a midlength that I can think of are: 1) slightly lighter 2) more barrel and handguard choices If there is a difference in velocity I can't imagine it being significant. |
Not true... The 10" MI rail might have issues with the mid-length, but the 12" rifle length will fit either barrel. For a 16" barrel I would definitely get the mid-length due to the softer cycling action which does (for most folks) give you less muzzle rise and SLIGHTLY faster follow-up shots. I have a couple of each, and I can definitely tell the difference in the speed and force of the action cycling. Others who have fired mine have said the same thing. |
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