POF Minuteman 01649 | 5.56 NATO | 16.5in Barrel

The Patriot Ordnance Factory Minuteman 01649 is a CA-compliant direct-impingement AR-style rifle chambered in .223 Rem / 5.56x45mm NATO. It pairs a 16.50-inch match-grade, black nitride-treated barrel with an M-Lok handguard and a 6-position MFT minimalist stock for a balance of precision and mobility. The rifle incorporates POF’s E2 dual-extraction chamber channels and a mil-spec anti-tilt buffer tube with carrier cradles to promote reliability in semi-auto operation. A suitable optic under $1000 for this platform is the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6×24, which provides fast target acquisition and low-power magnification for practical use.

Applications: range training for marksmanship development and practical/competition-style shooting are appropriate uses for this configuration.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is Patriot Ordnance Factory.
• The model and part number are Minuteman 01649.
• The caliber is .223 Rem / 5.56x45mm NATO.
• The action is Semi-Auto.
• The barrel measures 16.50 inches and is match grade.
• The barrel description is Match Grade.
• The rate of twist is 1:8.
• The muzzle device is a 3 prong flash hider.
• The overall length is 34 inches.
• The weight is 6.20 lbs.
• The capacity is 10 + 1.
• The stock is a 6 Position MFT Minimalist configuration.
• The material for the receiver/handguard components is Aluminum.
• This configuration is specified for Right Hand users.
• The UPC is 847313016492.

The Minuteman 01649 delivers a conservative, utility-focused AR platform with attention to extraction and carrier support features. Its combination of a match-grade barrel, M-Lok accessory interface, and minimalist furniture makes it a straightforward choice for shooters seeking a dependable, accurate semi-auto rifle in a CA-compliant package. The build emphasizes consistent chamber support and a well-balanced handling profile suited to range work and practical shooting formats.

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