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Magpul CTR AR-15 Stock Mil-Spec Tube
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SKU: WX2*0653175
Overview
Built for shooters who want a more controlled, streamlined carbine setup, this stock is designed to mount on a mil-spec sized receiver extension tube and install as a drop-in upgrade. Its A-frame profile helps reduce snag points, while the shielded release latch and supplemental friction lock are intended to limit accidental activation and unwanted movement. The ambidextrous QD sling mount supports push-button sling swivels, and the sloping cheek weld, side slots for optional cheek risers, and removable rubber butt pad add practical comfort and stability. It is a straightforward choice for fast handling and adjustable AR configurations, with the receiver extension tube sold separately.
Why Hunters Choose the Magpul
Streamlined A-frame
Profile helps reduce snagging during
Shielded Release
Latch helps prevent accidental activation
Supplemental Friction
Lock minimizes stock movement for
Ambidextrous Qd
Sling mount accepts push-button sling
Sloping Cheek
Weld offers a slim, comfortable
Key Features
- Streamlined A-frame profile helps reduce snagging during use and handling.
- Shielded release latch helps prevent accidental activation.
- Supplemental friction lock minimizes stock movement for added stability.
- Ambidextrous QD sling mount accepts any push-button sling swivel.
- Mounts on mil-spec sized receiver extension tubes; tube not included.
- Side mounting slots accept optional cheek risers for added customization.
Best Used For
- Hunters wanting a streamlined stock that helps reduce snagging on brush and gear
- AR owners seeking a mil-spec stock with a supplemental friction lock for less movement
- Users who want ambidextrous QD sling attachment compatibility on a receiver extension setup
- Shooters looking for a slim cheek weld and optional cheek riser support
- Those needing a drop-in stock with a removable rubber butt pad for added traction
Specifications
| Butt Pad | Removable .30" rubber butt pad |
|---|---|
| Butt Pad Surface | Anti-slip surface |
| Cheek Weld | Sloping cheek weld |
| Compatibility | Mil-spec sized receiver extension tube (not included) |
| Country Of Origin | Made In USA |
| Friction Lock System | Supplemental friction lock system |
| Impact Protection | Increased impact protection |
| Installation | Easy, drop-in installation |
| Itar Controlled | Yes |
| Lock Spring | Premium chrome-silicon lock spring |
| Profile | Streamlined A-frame profile |
| Receiver Mount Sling Attachments | Compatible |
| Release Latch | Shielded release latch |
| Side Mounting Slots | Accept optional cheek risers |
| Sling Mount | Ambidextrous QD sling mount |
| Sling Swivel Compatibility | Any push-button sling swivel |
| Stock Type | AR-15 Stock |
Pros
- Streamlined A-frame profile helps reduce snagging during handling and movement.
- Shielded release latch helps prevent accidental activation.
- Supplemental friction lock minimizes stock movement for added stability.
- Ambidextrous QD sling mount accepts push-button sling swivels.
- Sloping cheek weld offers a slim, comfortable profile.
- Side mounting slots accept optional cheek risers for added setup flexibility.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Requires a mil-spec sized receiver extension tube, which is not included with the stock.
- The slim, streamlined profile is designed to stay out of the way, but it does not add bulk or extra features beyond the stock’s core adjustment and sling-mount functions.
- The removable .30" rubber butt pad adds an anti-slip surface and impact protection, but it also introduces a component that may be removed or replaced depending on setup.
- Side mounting slots accept optional cheek risers, so any added cheek support depends on purchasing those accessories separately.
Suggested Comparisons
- AR-15 stocks
- Mil-spec receiver extension tubes
- Sling mounts and sling attachments
- Cheek risers
Suggested Accessories
- Receiver extension tube (mil-spec sized)
- Push-button sling swivel
- Cheek riser
- Replacement butt pad
Frequently Asked Questions
What receiver extension does the Magpul CTR stock fit?
It mounts on a mil-spec sized receiver extension tube, which is not included.
Does this stock help reduce stock movement?
Yes. The CTR includes a supplemental friction lock system designed to minimize excessive stock movement.
Is there a sling attachment point on the stock?
Yes. It has an ambidextrous QD sling mount that accepts any push-button sling swivel, and it is also compatible with receiver-mount sling attachments.
Does the stock help prevent snagging or accidental latch activation?
Yes. The streamlined A-frame profile is designed to avoid snagging, and the release latch is shielded to help prevent accidental activation.
Are any accessories included with the stock?
The description mentions a removable .30" rubber butt pad and side mounting slots that accept optional cheek risers, but it does not specify whether optional accessories are included beyond the stock itself.