Citadel Taipan X | .223 Wylde | 16.5 in | 10rd

The Citadel Taipan X is a pump-action modern sporting rifle chambered in .223 Wylde, compatible with both .223 Remington and 5.56 NATO. It has a 16.5-inch barrel and a 1:8 twist rate, and it accepts detachable AR-style magazines. The rifle comes with an M-LOK handguard and a full-length Picatinny rail that work well with a compact low-power variable optic; the Vortex Strike Eagle 1-6×24 is a capable optic under $1,000 that pairs well with this platform.

Product Specifications

• The UPC is 682146880847.
• The model is listed as Taipan (Taipan X).
• The rifle is chambered in .223 REM / 5.56 NATO (.223 Wylde).
• The action is Pump Action.
• The barrel length is 16.5 inches.
• The rate of twist is 1:8.
• The magazine capacity is 10 rounds and the package includes one 10-round magazine.
• The rifle uses a detachable AR-compatible magazine.
• The muzzle is threaded for accessories with an 1/2×28 thread pattern.
• The stock material is synthetic and the stock color is listed as black/gray chassis.
• The trigger is a flat single-stage design.
• The safety is a manual thumb safety and the rifle is configured for right-hand use.
• The handguard is M-LOK compatible and the rifle includes a full-length Picatinny rail for optics and accessories.
• The listed unloaded weight is 6.50 lbs.

The Taipan X blends an AR-style magazine and control layout with a traditional pump-action operation for deliberate, reliable cycling. Its 16.5-inch, 1:8-twist barrel and removable magazine format make it well suited to range training and small-game/varmint field use where consistent ergonomics and quick follow-up shots are valuable. With M-LOK mounting and a full-length rail, the rifle adapts to a range of optics and accessories for targeted applications without unnecessary complexity.

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