Citadel Taipan Pump Action Rifle .223 Wylde 16.5"
Spring-assisted pump action rifle chambered in .223 Wylde with 16.5-inch threaded barrel. Uses standard AR15 magazines, features full-length Picatinny rail, adjustable stock, and A2-style grip for versatile sporting and defensive use.
The Citadel Taipan: Modern Pump Action Performance
The Citadel Taipan represents a thoughtful evolution in rifle design, merging the familiar ergonomics of the modern sporting rifle platform with the mechanical simplicity and reliability of pump action operation.
Key Features
- Spring-Assisted Pump Action: The manually operated integrated spring-assist system delivers smooth cycling with minimal effort, making it suitable for both experienced shooters and those new to the sport
- .223 Wylde Chamber: Accepts both .223 Remington and 5.56x45 NATO ammunition, providing flexibility in ammunition selection
- 16.5-Inch Threaded Barrel: Stainless steel construction with 1/2-28 threading for suppressor or muzzle device compatibility
- AR15-Pattern Magazine Compatibility: Uses standard AR15 magazines, simplifying logistics and offering abundant aftermarket options
- Full-Length Picatinny Rail: Integrated top rail accommodates any modern optic or sight system
- Adjustable TSP X Stock: Provides a stable shooting platform with length-of-pull adjustment for proper fit
- A2-Style Pistol Grip: Ergonomic design familiar to shooters across all skill levels
Ideal Applications
Whether you're training new shooters, engaging targets at distance, or preparing for defensive scenarios, the Taipan's straightforward operation and AR-platform familiarity make it a versatile choice. The pump action mechanism offers inherent reliability while maintaining the ergonomic advantages shooters expect from modern rifle design.
Features
- action: spring-assist pump action and straight-pull bolt
- barrel: 16.5" stainless steel threaded barrel, 1/2x28 thread pitch
- compatibility: compatible with .223 wylde (.223 rem & 5.56x45 rounds)
- twist rate: 1:8
- features: case deflector, enclosed handguard with picatinny rail
- accessory attachment: 8 m-lok slots
- grip: polymer 3-piece pump grip for comfort
- magazine: ar15 compatible magazine well and magazine release, one 10-round magpul magazine
- stock: a2 style pistol grip, tsp x butt stock for stability
- sling: qd sling swivel sockets for easy carry
