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Modern Systems. Proven Platforms. Built for What Comes Next.
10.5-inch T1 Thunder™ rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO and finished in FDE Cerakote®.
Note: Pre-production configuration shown. Final production specifications may vary.
Modern Evolution of the M4 Platform.
The StrikeCore T1 Thunder™ modernizes the proven M4 platform with StrikeCore’s proprietary DAS™ Direct Actuation System, delivering improved access, handling, and adaptability while retaining the familiar controls and broad compatibility operators already know.
The forward, non-reciprocating DAS™ charging interface provides direct access to bolt actuation without requiring the operator to reach for the traditional rear charging handle. A conventional T-handle can remain in place as a redundant charging method or be removed for a streamlined DAS™ configuration.
T1 Thunder™ is built around precision-machined proprietary billet upper and lower receivers, fully ambidextrous controls, a lightweight free-float M-LOK handguard, premium barrel, and adjustable gas system. Its architecture maintains compatibility with commonly available AR-pattern components and accessories while introducing meaningful improvements to the platform.
Designed with Code Amber operational requirements, suppressed use, and confined environments in mind, the T1 provides a modernized M4-pattern solution for commercial, professional, law-enforcement, and government applications.
Available in multiple barrel lengths, calibers, Cerakote® finishes, and configurations
Additional options available through the StrikeCore Custom Shop™.
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DAS™ DIRECT ACTUATION SYSTEM
Familiar Platform. Better Access.
DAS™ rethinks how the AR/M4 platform is actuated.
The system provides a low-profile, side-forward-positioned, non-reciprocating charging interface that directly actuates the bolt carrier group while allowing continued use of a conventional rear charging handle.
The result is a system designed to improve weapon manipulation around optics, equipment, armor, slings, and other mission-essential gear while preserving the familiar operating characteristics and sustainment advantages of the AR platform.
DAS™ Advantages
Side-forward, non-reciprocating actuation
Direct actuation of the bolt carrier group
Improved access around mounted optics and accessories
Easier to manipulate in confined spaces, such as vehicles and aircraft.
Reduced movement during weapon manipulation
Fully compatible with a traditional rear charging handle
Designed around the existing AR/M4 ecosystem
Available across complete rifles and upper receiver configurations
BUILT AROUND THE MISSION
StrikeCore develops practical systems around real operational requirements.
Our work extends beyond small arms into technologies designed for increasingly complex defense, public-safety, and unmanned operating environments.
The StrikeCore/ADS Bandit Counter-UAS System
Small Arms
Modernized AR/M4-platform rifles and upper receivers designed around reliability, ergonomics, compatibility, and field sustainability.
Counter-UAS
StrikeCore is developing kinetic and non-kinetic systems intended to help address the rapidly evolving unmanned aerial threat.
Unmanned Systems
Through strategic partnerships, StrikeCore is developing and integrating unmanned platforms for ISR, payload delivery, and mission-specific applications.
Training
Professional UAS and FAA Part 107 training programs designed for law-enforcement, public-safety, government, and professional operators.
Advanced Manufacturing
StrikeCore works with specialized manufacturing and engineering partners to support precision machining, aerospace structures, composites, integration, testing, and production.
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