VKTR VK-1 Pistol | 5.56 NATO | 10.5″ | FDE | V31100916618

The VKTR VK-1 is a lightweight, low-profile piston-driven AR-style pistol chambered in .223 Rem/5.56 NATO with a 10.5-inch cold hammer-forged barrel and an SBA3 brace finished in Flat Dark Earth. Its patented VK-1 piston system is designed to deliver a consistent, low-profile operating footprint while reducing direct-impingement fouling. For a reliable optic under $1,000 that pairs well with this platform, consider an Aimpoint PRO or equivalent red-dot for fast target acquisition and robust durability.

Applications: range training and competition/practical shooting where a compact, piston-driven 5.56 pistol provides controllability and reduced maintenance requirements.

Product Specifications

• The manufacturer is VKTR Industries.
• The model and part number are VK-1 / V31100916618.
• The caliber is .223 Rem / 5.56 NATO.
• The action is Semi-Auto.
• The barrel measures 10.5 inches and is cold hammer forged.
• The operating system is the patented VK-1 piston system (piston operated).
• The handguard includes a 9.85-inch VKTR rail.
• The magazine capacity is 30 rounds.
• The pistol includes one magazine.
• The grip is a Magpul K2 constructed from polymer.
• The frame material is aluminum.
• The finish is Cerakote Flat Dark Earth.
• Controls include an ambidextrous safety and ambidextrous controls.
• The pistol ships with no iron sights and is not drilled and tapped.
• The UPC is 810155166182.

The VKTR VK-1 blends a compact 10.5-inch cold hammer-forged barrel and VKTR’s piston system into a clean, feature-focused platform that suits shooters who want a low-maintenance 5.56 pistol. The Magpul K2 grip and ambidextrous controls make it approachable for a wide range of users, while the SBA3 brace and 30-round capacity keep the package compact and capable for extended range sessions or practical competition. This configuration is well suited to someone who values mechanical refinement and straightforward functionality without unnecessary extras.