The KS rifles feature Knights Armament's Quick Detach Coupling (QDC) flash hiders and a drop-in two-stage match trigger. All current KS rifles feature cold hammer forged barrels which are chrome-lined.

Sep 7, 2023 · The British Army and the Royal Marines will be using the L403A1/KS-1 rifle - what are the advantages of using this type of weapon? What are its key features?

May 26, 2024 · After two years of competition the UK MoD announced that Knight’s KS-1 has been selected as the L403A1, beating off reported competition from Heckler & Koch’s HK416A5, SIG Sauer’s SPEAR-LT, Daniel Defense’s M4 and Glock’s new GR-115F.

Mar 9, 2025 · Knight's Stoner 1: British troops getting new assault rifle In pictures: Up close with the Knight's Stoner 1 The Sig MCX brings a level of versatility well-suited to the unique requirements of the Commando Force, which is tasked with operating in a wide range of extreme environments around the globe ahead of the main allied forces.

Sep 6, 2023 · The United Kingdom has announced the selection of the Knight’s Armament Company KS-1 as the new individual weapon for the new Ranger battalions and the Royal Marines Commandos.

Feb 4, 2025 · UK Royal Marines have tested the new L403A1 ‘KS-1’ battle rifle during cold weather exercises in Norway, providing one of the UK Armed Forces’ leading combat elements a step change in lethal capability.

Feb 5, 2025 · According to pictures released by the British Ministry of Defense on January 29, 2024, the British Royal Marine Commandos unveiled their new Knight’s Stoner 1 (KS-1) assault rifle, designated the L403A1 in UK service, during a capability display at Camp Viking, located in the heart of the Arctic Circle, as part of their Winter Deployment 25.

6 days ago · Freezing cold in TFB’s Photo Of The Day, as we take a closer look at the KS-1, designated L403A1, and known as the Alternative Individual Weapon (AIW) system.The AIW system includes a Vortex 1–10x low power variable optic paired with an Aimpoint ACRO P-2 red dot sight, enhancing target acquisition capabilities across various engagement ranges.Additionally, the rifle is equipped with the ...

The KS (Knight's Stoner) Carbine, is a series of Armalite AR-15 style rifles produced by Knight's Armament Company (KAC). It is designed as an improved version of their SR-16 family of rifles. The 13.7" KS-1 variant was adopted as the L403A1 …

Oct 27, 2023 · The KS-1, which is designated L403A1 in British service, boasts a muzzle signature reduction system, an improved optical sighting system and can be fired from the left shoulder more easily than the current L85 assault rifle.