EMG Taran Tactical Innovations TR-1 M4E1 13.5" AEG

Recommended Setups

JW2 Ultralight: Delta Armory 1-4x24RG LPVO | Thorntail Offset Mount | Victoptics FRE Red Dot| Element Compact VFG

Platform Details

Starting at the front, we have a flawlessly machined TTI GM Interceptor Compensator replica complete with a recessed Taran Tactical "TTI" logo engraved on its upper surface. The multi-port design of this compensator gives the TR-1 a menacing look, though it can be replaced with a tracer unit or suppressor thanks to the 14mm CCW male threading at the outer barrel's tip. Just remember to remove the grub screw before attempting to unscrew the compensator; otherwise, you will damage the barrel threads.

Next up, we reach the handguard, made from CNC-machined aluminium with M-LOK slots on the sides and bottom, ready for M-LOK accessories. The top of the handguard also features a 20mm Picatinny rail which meets the receiver rail seamlessly and is even keyed into the upper for a rock-solid feel and absolutely no chance of the handguard developing wobble.

Moving on to the receiver, we can see a familiar silhouette: the eternal M4/AR-15 receiver. This receiver provides the familiar feel any AR user will appreciate, but both the upper and lower receivers are patterned after real steel-enhanced receivers.

The upper receiver is based on the VLTOR MUR-1, a modernised AR receiver with weight reduction and strength improvements built in, along with the angled surfaces that mark it out as an enhanced upper. The lower receiver is patterned after the real steel Aero M4E1 lower, boasting a reprofiled magazine catch fence, a flared magazine well and a built-in enlarged trigger guard for strength improvements and easy trigger access when wearing gloves.

As we might well expect for a licenced TTI design, both the upper and lower receiver are adorned with TTI trademarks. The TTI logo is displayed prominently on the right side of the magazine well and on both sides of the upper, and an additional engraved TTI logo along with the model number and real steel calibre are displayed on the left side of the mag well.

The markings on the magazine well read "MOD: TR-1" with "CAL: MULTI" engraved just below. Just above the fire selector switch on the left side, we have yet more realistic trademarks reading "TARAN TACTICAL INNOVATIONS" with "SIMI VALLEY, CA" below. The only external hint that the TR-1 is an Airsoft replica is the unique serial number found below the calibre marking, reading "CYMA" with your unique serial following after in laser-engraved white.

As far as layout is concerned, the controls of the TR-1 are right where we would expect them. The fire selector is positioned on the left side of the lower receiver, just above the pistol grip, and has a 90-degree throw between each mode with SAFE - FIRE - AUTO markings to indicate your current mode.

The magazine release is on the right side, being the standard M4/AR-15 push-button design sitting well within reach of the shooter's trigger finger when the rifle is held in a firing grip. The dummy bolt catch is located on the centre left of the receiver, taking the form of the standard AR "ping pong paddle" catch, and is functional in that it allows you to drop the mock bolt carrier with a satisfying "clank" following HOP-up adjustment.

The charging handle is located at the top rear of the receiver and is an ambidextrous design, functional when pulled from either the left or right side of the rifle. Pulling the charging handle will open the dust cover on the right side of the upper receiver and retract the mock bolt carrier, revealing the alloy rotary adjustable HOP-up unit.

The HOP-up allows you to tune the TR-1 for different ammo weights and extend your range, seeking the flattest possible trajectory. As mentioned, when your HOP-up adjustment is applied, you can release the mock bolt using the bolt catch. The mock bolt itself is finished in TTI's iconic metallic bronze, adding a nice bit of visual interest to the design and making the TR-1 the perfect pairing for a JW2, JW3 or JW4 pistol.

The furniture of the TR-1 represents all of the best in 21st-century rifle ergonomics. The BCM-style pistol grip boasts textured sides and linear texture on the front, a more vertical angle than standard AR grips and a filled-out back strap to effectively support the hand and encourage a consistent shooting position.

The refined grip angle means you will experience less wrist strain when shooting with the stock collapsed all the way, and comfort with modern "square" shooting stances is considerably improved when compared to the old "A2" M4 pistol grip. The BCM grip also features on the on-screen JW2 rifle, fitting in nicely with the rest of the TR-1's authentic details.

The stock is a modernised low-profile design with an ambidextrous QD sling socket built-in, allowing you to fit a QD sling swivel and mount a modern, quick-detachable sling setup. The rubber butt plate allows the stock to lock firmly to any body armour or tactical vest you are using so you can shoulder the TR-1 with confidence, and also improves wet-weather traction.

To provide a comfortable cheek weld, the cheek piece is sloped similarly to the M4 Crane stock, and this also has the added benefit of providing extra battery space so you can run the TR-1 all day on a single battery. The low-profile adjustment lever is located on the bottom of the stock, at the front, and needs to be held down to slide the stock into your desired position of adjustment. The pre-installed M4/AR-15 buffer tube allows for 6 different positions of adjustment, meaning you can set the stock for the perfect length of pull to suit your body type, stance and loadout.

Accessing the battery compartment of the TR-1 is remarkably easy; all you need to do is pull the catch on the centre of the butt plate down, and the butt plate will hinge open. Inside, you will find a Deans battery connector to which you mount your chosen battery. We recommend a 7.4V 1450mAh LiPo for an easy fit and solid performance.

Internals

Inside, the TR-1 is based around an alloy version 2 gearbox with CYMA's in-line MOSFET to keep everything in check. A high-torque Neodymium magnet motor drives the 13:1 high-speed gears, resulting in an incredible rate of fire and a snappy trigger response.

A quick-change spring system makes tuning power easy, with the CYMA QBS system, which allows springs to be changed without removing the gearbox from the receiver. Also inside is a 6.03mm tightbore inner barrel paired with an alloy rotary HOP-up unit, a solid set of features with full upgrade compatibility!

Features

• Full metal construction
• 6.03mm Tightbore inner barrel - Improved accuracy, higher FPS with the same spring
• EShooter Kestrel V2 Basic MOSFET pre-installed - 11.1V LiPo ready with programmable fire controls
• Licensed by Taran Tactical Innovations via EMG - Realistic TTI trademarks across the design
• 14mm CCW Male threaded outer barrel - Ready for a tracer unit or suppressor
• TTI GM Interceptor Comp replica pre-installed - Looks phenomenal, engraved TTI logo on the top
• M-LOK Handguard - M-LOK slots at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock, ready for accessories
• 20mm Picatinny rail at 12 o'clock on the handguard - Mount your PEQ/DBAL with no adapters needed
• Straight profile outer barrel - No shortcuts in this build, realistic barrel profile for a TTI TR-1
• 20mm Picatinny railed receiver - Ready for red dot sights or scopes to be mounted
• Unique TTI/Aero receiver design - Angled surfaces and reprofiled mag release fence, flared magazine well
• VLTOR MUR-1 style upper receiver - Modern looks to match the Aero style lower receiver
• The handguard is keyed into the upper receiver - Absolutely no chance of wobble or rotation developing
• Rotary adjustable HOP-up - Alloy construction, accessible through the ejection port
• Adjustable Battery stock - QD sling sockets on each side, low-profile adjustment lever & sloped cheek rests
• Rear wired: Deans battery connector- Recommended battery: 7.4V 1450mAh LiPo
• Version 2 gearbox:
  • Quick change spring system (CYMA QBS)
  • High-speed Neodymium magnet motor
  • CYMA In-line V2 MOSFET
• Compatible with standard M4/AR-15 AEG magazines - Spares are cheap and always available!
• OEM: CYMA

Package Includes

• EMG Taran Tactical Innovations TR-1 M4E1 13.5" AEG
  • 220rnd Mid-cap magazine