Spike’s Tactical Crusader is a balanced, lightweight, reliable every man fighting rifle. The chrome moly vanadium, lightweight barrel is chrome lined with 1/2×28 threads and mil-spec phosphate coated. Its upper receiver is constructed of 7075-T6 with a free-floating 12″ M-Lok rail and Magpul MBUS sights, while the lower has a low shelf, RDIAS compatibility, Crusader logo, and Q.D. attachment points. The mid-length gas tube has a black nitride finish inside and out. The Magpul CTR stock features an extended butt pad with a 6-position mil-spec buffer tube and Spike’s pro grip. The Crusader also features a single-stage Spikes Tactical battle trigger, ambidextrous safety and includes a hard case.