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Firearms|Rifles

By Drew Bryant
May 20th, 2022, theloadoutblog.com

Recently, Zev Technologies has announced the release of their newest rifle-the Core Elite Folding AR. Zev designed this rifle with the capability to to be folded discreetly to fit a bag or case for easy storage. While offering a barrel length that allows for you to be accurate in urban or close quarter environments. The new Core Elite Folding AR will have a lot of the same features as the Standard Core Elite rifles have. Instead of a normal stock the new folding variant will feature a Law Tactical Folding Adapter & a SBA3 pistol brace.

The new Core Elite Folding AR is a premium, compact, and concealable backpack or truck gun for consumers. The new Folding AR is loaded up with premium features as other standard Core Elite rifles such as a match grade barrel with Zev muzzle device, an ATC Gold flat face trigger, and a Radian Weapons ambidextrous safety selector to name a few.

Below, is the product description and technical specs from the new Core Elite Folding AR.

Product Description

The Core Elite AR15 pistols are descended from the legendary Mega Arms. Sharing the same designers but with a ZEV spin on aesthetics, you’ll find the folding Core Elite AR15 pistol with the 10.5 inch barrel, offers incredible accuracy and reliability. This model includes an installed Law Tactical folder that allows for the brace to fold to the side.

We manufacture our AR15 pistols using the highest quality materials, state-of-the-art processes for machining and coating, and rigid standards for quality and finish work. Using best-in-class components each AR pistol is assembled and tested in-house by our expert gunsmiths resulting in a light weight, versatile, and high performance firearm. Designed and manufactured in Centralia WA.

Technical Specs

• ZEV forged upper and lower receivers precision machined from 7075-T6 aluminum for strength and light weight, finished in true black type III class 2 hard coat anodize.

• ZEV Wedge Lock hand guard provides a full length continuous top rail with M-LOK mounting system. The integrated anti-rotation pin ensures a consistently aligned and continuous top rail with the upper receiver.

• ZEV custom 416R 10.5” match barrel with bronze PVD coating, chambered in 5.56 NATO with a 1:7 twist and carbine length gas system.

• ZEV Muzzle Device.

• Low profile fixed gas block.

• H3 carbine buffer increases dwell time and reduces port pressure to ensure reliable extraction and a smooth recoil impulse.

• Mil-spec chrome lined BCG with a manganese phosphate finish for improved lubricity and corrosion resistance.

• Flat face AR Gold trigger from ATC features a 2.5lb pull with a short reset and clean break that is second to none.

• Radian Weapons Talon ambidextrous safety selector.

• SBA3 4-position adjustable brace by SB Tactical greatly enhancesthe usability of the firearm by adding a third point of contact.

• Law Tactical folding stock adapter with black DLC coating.

• ZEV Slide Lock charging handle permits ambidextrous manipulation with an extended and textured latch for superior grip and ergonomics.

• Completed with Magpul furniture and one PMAG magazine.

The new rifle from Zev is available now on their website. The new Core Elite Folding AR retails for $2,164 on the site. Zev Technologies is offering a premium and feature rich backpack and truck gun for those willing to spend the cash.

Do you think the combination of features and quality enough to justify the price? Let us know in the comments below.

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