Bushmaster just announced it latest take on the AR-15 platform, one developed specifically for varmint hunters. The Bushmaster V-Radicator comes in three different models, including 18-, 20- and 24-inch builds, all chambered in .223 Wylde.
Bushmaster V-Radicator Rifles
Bushmaster optimized the V-Radicaor to deliver accurate hits on small game and varmints at extended ranges. The .223 Wylde chambering enables running both 5.56 NATO and .223 Remington ammunition. Options come with 18-, 20-, or 24-inch 416R stainless steel, fluted barrels. The flattop upper receiver and BFI handguard provide ample room for attaching long-range optics.
Each rifle also comes equipped with a stainless steel thread protector, making for easy installation of a preferred muzzle device or suppressor. The builds include a Mapgul MOE K2-XL grip and PR Carbine Stock, preferred by shooters.
Key Features
- Enhanced Barrel Design: This rie series is chambered in .223 Wylde and can use both .223 and 5.56 ammunition, and is designed for use with the highly accurate .223 Wylde ammo option.
- Quality Construction: Built with 100% American made parts, materials, and a corrosion-resistant nish, the V-Radicator is designed to withstand the toughest conditions while maintaining better than MOA accuracy round after round.
- Modular Stock and Grip System: The V-RadicatorTM includes a fully adjustable Magpul MOE
PR® Carbine Stock and an Magpul MOE -K2-XL Grip. - Integrated Optics Rail: Equipped with a FlatTop Picatinny rail for easy attachment of high- powered optics, ensuring clear target acquisition and accuracy.
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Bushmaster V-Radicator Specs
- Caliber: .223 Wylde ( 5.56 NATO/.223 REM )
- Barrel Length/Material/Finish: 416R Stainless Steel, Bead Blasted
- Thread Pitch: 1/2 x 28
- Twist Rate: 18”, 20“ = 1:8, 24“ = 1:9
- Gas System: Rifle-Length
- Overall Length: Listed Below
- Lower Receiver Marking/Material: XM15-E2S, 7075-T6 Aluminum Alloy
- Upper Receiver / Material: A4 Flat Top, 7075-T6 Aluminum Alloy Bolt/BCG
- Finish: MPI Tested, Salt Bath Nitride
- Handguard: BFI 17” M-LOK Handguard
- Stock: Magpul MOE PR Carbine Stock
- Grip: Magpul MOE-K2-XL Grip
- Trigger: DM2S2 Stage Trigger
- Muzzle Device: BFI Thread Protector
- Magazine/Magazine Capacity:Magpul PMAG 10 AR/M4 GEN M3
- MSRP: $1102.95 – $1,128.95