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American Rifle Company

Nucleus 2.0 & Archimedes Bolt Heads And Extractors - 0.473'''' Right Hand Bolt Head And Extractor

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Caliber-change Kit

For Nucleus and Archimedes rifles

Use Savage-style

Small-shank barrels

Supports Multi-caliber

Setup with minimal effort

Includes 0.473-inch

Right-hand bolt head and extractor

Bolt Heads

Are machined from hardened steel

$150.00
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SKU: 100035985

Overview

This kit is intended for Nucleus and Archimedes rifle owners who want to configure their action for a different caliber without replacing the rifle itself. It supports the use of Savage-style small-shank barrels, allowing the platform to be adapted with minimal setup. Each bolt head is machined from hardened steel and finished with a DLC coating, which adds a durable protective layer. For hunters and shooters building a multi-caliber ARC setup, it offers a practical way to match the action to the barrel and intended cartridge.

Why Hunters Choose the American Rifle Company

Enables Caliber

Changes on compatible Nucleus and

Supports Multi-caliber

A simple bolt head and

Savage-style Small-shank

Barrel compatibility

Offered 0.473-inch

Right-hand bolt head configuration

Machined From

Hardened steel for a robust

Key Features

  • Caliber-change kit for Nucleus and Archimedes rifles
  • Designed for use with Savage-style small-shank barrels
  • Supports multi-caliber setup with minimal effort
  • Includes a 0.473-inch right-hand bolt head and extractor
  • Bolt heads are machined from hardened steel
  • DLC coating is described as helping ward off wear and corrosion

Best Used For

  • Nucleus or Archimedes owners planning a caliber change with compatible small-shank barrels
  • Hunters building a multi-caliber rifle setup without relying on a gunsmith
  • Shooters needing a right-hand bolt head and extractor for .473-inch cartridges
  • Owners of ARC actions wanting a straightforward parts swap between barrel and bolt head
  • Users maintaining an American Rifle Company action with matching caliber-specific components

Specifications

Barrel CompatibilitySavage-style small-shank barrels
Bolt Head Size0.473''''
Caliber CompatibilityPopular calibers
CoatingDLC coating
Compatible RiflesNucleus and Archimedes rifles
HandednessRight Hand
MaterialHardened steel
Product TypeCaliber-Change Kit

Pros

  • Enables caliber changes on compatible Nucleus and Archimedes rifles
  • Supports multi-caliber use with a simple bolt head and extractor swap
  • Designed for Savage-style small-shank barrel compatibility
  • Offered in a 0.473-inch right-hand bolt head configuration
  • Machined from hardened steel for a robust component build
  • DLC coating is stated to help reduce wear and corrosion

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • This kit is specific to Nucleus and Archimedes rifles, so it only applies if you already own one of those actions.
  • It is a caliber-change component, not a complete rifle or barrel, so additional parts and fitting decisions may still be required for a full conversion.
  • The 0.473" right-hand bolt head is caliber-specific, so buyers need to verify compatibility with their intended cartridge before ordering.
  • The product is sold as a bolt head and extractor kit, which means it addresses one part of the conversion rather than the entire multi-caliber setup.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Caliber-conversion rifle action components
  • Replacement bolt heads and extractors
  • Precision rifle barrel-change accessories

Suggested Accessories

  • Barrel
  • Gunsmithing tools
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Spare parts

Frequently Asked Questions

Which rifles is this bolt head and extractor kit made for?

It is made for American Rifle Company Nucleus and Archimedes rifles.

What does the 0.473" right-hand bolt head indicate?

The product title identifies this as a 0.473" right-hand bolt head and extractor. The source data does not provide additional fitment details beyond that.

Does this kit let me change calibers on my rifle?

Yes. The long description says the ARC Bolt Head and Extractors Kit is intended to help Nucleus and Archimedes owners set up their rifles as multi-caliber platforms, along with a barrel swap.

Do I need a gunsmith to use this kit?

The long description says the rifles were developed to accept Savage-style small-shank barrels so owners can easily mount their own barrels without needing a gunsmith. The kit is part of that caliber-change setup.

What material or finish information is provided for the bolt head?

The long description says each ARC Bolt Head is machined from hardened steel and treated with a DLC coating. No other material or finish details are provided.