Carbine Stock

[RancidSumo]

Well, I have had one a for handguards and one for a sling, now it is time for the stock (although the sling issue still hasn't been settled)

I have done some looking and have found the following three that I like
LMT SOPMOD
VLTOR EMOD
MAGPUL CTR

Of these three, which do you recommend and why? Are there any others I should take a look at?

[Bread is People]

I vote for the CTR. It's light, fairly inexpensive, gets the job done, and comes in a range of pretty colors. What will you be using this rifle primarily for? Reason I ask is because of the cheek weld and if you want/need one or not. I find they are really not required in most cases, unless you will be at the bench rest most of the time.

[RancidSumo]

The rifle will be used for a bit of everything.

[uspopo]

I prefer the CTR myself with the LMT a close second. If you can try all 3 out to see what feels the best and decide from there...

[Blob]

My vote is for the MOE stock. It's about $45 cheaper than the CTR and I don't think the friction lock and side sling mount on the CTR are worth that much. The tiny bit of wobble on my MOE is not a concern at all.

[PRGGodfather]

In order of most expensive: SOPMOD, Emod, CTR and MOE.

For carbines, the Magpul CTR or MOE versions have excellent weight, balance and value.

The SOPMOD and the Vltor Emod are excellent stocks with cheekpieces and storage, but have increased weight. As such, they balance better on mid-length gas systems than carbines, especially when a railed fore end is used.

The CTR will lock up the tightest, which many people prefer.

All will work in a pinch. The decision depends on your preferences and your budget.

[greene]

Have a sopmod on an lmt 16 inch with omega rail, its balances the carbine out great for me. Rather it be heavier towards the rear, like my wife....Just kidding she might be right behind me.

[Hellfire]

My vote is for the MOE stock. It's about $45 cheaper than the CTR and I don't think the friction lock and side sling mount on the CTR are worth that much. The tiny bit of wobble on my MOE is not a concern at all.

IMO the friction lock is nice. Absolutely no play in mine whatsoever. It may not be necessary, but it IS nice. I ran a VLTOR prior and the CTR was worth the money IMO.

[curriek]

Never had a SOPMOD... but the EMod I had on my Del-ton middy was nice. It was a HBAR and helped to balance it out. The cheek weld and storage options were nice. I used the tubes for batteries... didn't find much use for the storage compartment.

I have a Stag carbine now and run a CTR. IMO the CTR is one of the best options out there for a carbine. It is lightweight and does not rattle one bit. It isn't too expensive either. If I was on a tight budget I would definitely look into the MOEs. Might also want to look into Magpul's ACS.

[RancidSumo]

Thanks for all of the responses. It is looking like the CTR may be the best option since it will be a fairly light rifle with the only attachment on the front a possible TD Stubby.
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