Description
ARES Buffer Tube for Amoeba AM-016 Extendable Stock (Long – 180mm – AM-BT-002)
This is the long 180mm buffer tube made by Ares for the Amoeba AM-016 extendable stock, part code AM-BT-002. The buffer tube is the rear section of the rifle that the stock slides along, and on many electric rifles it is also where the battery is kept, so its length decides how much room you have for a battery.
A European retailer listing for this long tube describes it as a metal tube for the AM-016 extendable stock, intended to let you fit a larger battery in the rifle. If the standard battery space on your Amoeba rifle has been a squeeze, or you want a bigger pack for long game days, a longer tube is the simplest way to solve it without resorting to external battery boxes.
Choosing a length
Changing the tube length changes how far the stock can extend, and so how the rifle fits your shoulder. Players who wear plate carriers or bulky kit often like a longer reach, while players who move through buildings a lot may prefer to keep the rifle short. The long tube gives the most room inside and the most reach, so it is the one to choose if battery space is your priority.
Measure your preferred battery and compare it with the space available before ordering, and remember that the wiring and connector also need room.
Fitting
This tube is made for the Amoeba AM-016 extendable stock, so it should fit without modification to that setup. Remove the battery and magazine first and take care with the battery wiring when removing the old tube, so that the wires are not pinched or stretched. The retailer advises consulting a technician before fitting if you are unsure, to avoid damaging your rifle.
Key features
- Genuine Ares part for the Amoeba AM-016 extendable stock
- Long length: 180mm
- Metal construction (per retailer listing)
- More internal room for a larger battery
- Lets you tune overall length and stock reach
- Part code AM-BT-002
What’s in the box
- 1 x Ares buffer tube (180mm)
Compatibility
Made for the Ares Amoeba AM-016 extendable stock, as used on Amoeba rifles such as the AM-016 Honey Badger-style models. It is listed for that stock only, so do not assume it will fit other stocks or rifles. Check that your rifle uses the AM-016 extendable stock before ordering, and measure your battery against the space available.
Care and maintenance
Keep the inside of the tube clean and dry, as grit and moisture can damage battery wiring and connectors. Check the battery leads for wear each time you change the battery, and make sure they are not trapped when closing up the stock.
Wipe the outside clean after a muddy game and check the stock still locks firmly into each position.
Who is it for?
Ares Amoeba owners who want the maximum room for a larger battery and the longest stock reach.
Please note: Buffer tube only; stock, battery and rifle are not included.
