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Magpul ACS-L: High Utility, Low Profile

Magpul ACS-L: High Utility, Low Profile - TheArmsGuide.com

August 23, 2016 by Kevin 7 Comments

Magpul has made a name for themselves in rifle accessories. The quality of their ACS-L (Adaptable Carbine Stock – Light) buttstock is up to par with what I’ve come to expect from Magpul. This polymer AR stock is a slimmed version of Magpul’s ACS (Adaptabale Carbine/Storage) stock that retains the latched storage compartment, but removes the battery tubes of the larger stock, which reduces the width of the stock from 2.58in (ACS) to 2.17in (ACS-L), and also reduces the weight from .88lbs to .78lbs.

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The ACS-L is a slightly more streamlined ACS. Images courtesy of magpul.com

The ACS-L’s sloping cheek weld and rubber butt-pad (stock pad is .30in, but Magpul also sells .55in and .70in butt-pads for additional perceived recoil reduction). The ACS-L’s design seems to have heavy use in mind. It features a shrouded adjustment lever (less prone to accidental release) as well as a friction lock for additional stock stability. With a MSRP of $100, it is surprisingly durable.

I’ve primarily used the ACS-L on my Daniel Defense/LMT AR-15. It was an easy installation. Simply depress the release lever, which releases the friction lock. Then, slide on to the buffer tube until it stops. Lastly, while keeping the release lever depressed, grab the release pin from both sides and pull it downward. This will allow you to slide the stock the rest of the way on to the buffer tube.

Magpul ACS-L: High Utility, Low Profile - TheArmsGuide.com
These three components are all you need to pop the ACS-L on or off your rifle’s buffer tube. Image courtesy of magpul.com

In use on my carbine (outdoor range shooting as well as self defense training), I’ve found the ACS-L easily accommodates my length of pull as well as other longer-armed (male) shooters. The wide comb allows for a comfortable cheek weld for right or left handed operation. The stock features an integral sling mount, and a mount for the attachment of a quick detach sling (swivel mount not included). (At present, I use a VTAC sling attached to the integral sling mount). The storage compartment (which opens on the right side of the stock) latches with a chrome-silicon lock spring (for durability) and currently stores my sight adjustment tool (and its battery), an allen wrench, and laser sighting tool with space for more.

For the (relatively) low cost of the ACS-L, you get a sturdy stock that provides a balance between the functionality of a storage-capable stock and the maneuverability of a slim profile stock. The combination makes for an affordable stock of high utility and low profile that’s hard to beat – literally.

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Kevin Kevin is an avid hunter and military history enthusiast. He participates in WWII reenactments every year and boasts a large antique firearms collection. The Winchester 1873 and Colt M1911 are two of his favorites. Kevin enjoys researching the best products on the market to keep The Arms Guide reader up to date and informed.

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Comments

  1. Avatar for Kevinpeter3101 says

    April 4, 2013 at 7:21 pm

    Love the magpul range, high quality and looks good. Have a M400 with magpul gear and love it.

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    • Avatar for KevinFateofDestinee says

      April 5, 2013 at 1:13 am

      peter3101 Yeah, the more Magpul gear I buy, the more I want lol

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  2. Avatar for KevinNateGranzow says

    April 4, 2013 at 11:40 pm

    I’d take one!

    Reply
    • Avatar for KevinFateofDestinee says

      April 5, 2013 at 1:14 am

      NateGranzow I’m quite pleased with mine :] Now I need a new grip for Bruce. I’m between the MIAD or the MOE.

      Reply
      • Avatar for Kevinpeter3101 says

        April 5, 2013 at 6:53 am

        FateofDestinee NateGranzow MIAD would be my choice, more flexible fit and nicer feel IMO

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        • Avatar for KevinFateofDestinee says

          April 8, 2013 at 1:19 am

          peter3101 FateofDestinee NateGranzow Thanks for the feedback ;]

          Reply
        • Avatar for Kevinnsz85 says

          April 24, 2013 at 2:00 pm

          FateofDestinee I switched from the MIAD to an MOE + and will not go back. Personally speaking, the rubber feeling of the MOE + is much preferred.

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