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If you own an M1 Carbine, you know that magazines can make or break your shooting day. The ProMag CARA1 is built to work with your rifle and get you back to doing what you love.
The magazine starts with a solid foundation: high carbon heat-treated steel welded for strength, giving it the durability needed for regular range use. The body and follower are both blued and heat-treated, which means they resist corrosion and won't degrade from normal handling and storage. The spring is formed from heat-treated chrome-silicon wire, the same material used in quality firearms worldwide, and that matters because a weak spring is where magazine failures start.
This mag is designed to fit U.S. M1 Carbines and most civilian carbines built to military specification dimensions. Whether you've got an original GI carbine or a modern reproduction from Auto Ordnance, Fulton Armory, or another builder, the CARA1 should drop in and function without modification. The 15-round capacity gives you the standard load without the extra bulk of a 30-round mag, making it practical for field use and more comfortable to carry extra rounds.
ProMag manufactures these magazines in the United States, and backs every one with a lifetime warranty. That's not marketing speak—if you ever have an issue with the mag, ProMag replaces it. The magazine is expertly machined with careful attention to feed lips and follower geometry, both critical for feeding reliability. At 8 inches long and weighing just 0.2 pounds, it won't slow you down.
The CARA1 is designed to fit U.S. M1 Carbines and most civilian carbines built to military specification. This includes original GI rifles and reputable reproductions. However, individual rifles can sometimes have tight tolerances due to their age or manufacturing variations, so if you're uncertain, test it in your specific rifle before relying on it for important use.
A heat-treated chrome-silicon spring maintains consistent tension from the first round to the last, which is what keeps rounds feeding smoothly into your rifle. Springs that aren't properly heat-treated can lose tension over time or fail under pressure, leading to feeding problems. This one is built to hold up over years of regular use.
Yes, ProMag backs the CARA1 with a lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects. If you ever have an issue, you can send it back to ProMag for replacement. This reflects their confidence in the product and gives you peace of mind when you choose this magazine.
The 15-round capacity is the standard magazine size for M1 Carbines and pairs well with rifles that have the original magazine catch. There are 10-round and 30-round options available if you need different capacity, but the 15-round strikes a practical balance between firepower and manageability for range shooting and field use.
| UPC | 708279007323 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CAR-A1 |
| Caliber/Gauge | .30 Carbine |
| Capacity | 15 |
| Color | Blue |
| Length | 8 |
| Model | |
| Model Fit | U.S M1 Carbine |
| Package Height | 0.9 |
| Package Width | 4.5 |
| Product Type | Magazine |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Shipping Weight | 0.2 |
| State Restriction (CA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO CALIFORNIA |
| State Restriction (IL) | NO SALE TO ILLINOIS PICA |
| State Restriction (OR) | NO SALE TO OREGON |
| State Restriction (RI) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO RHODE ISLAND |
| State Restriction (WA) | NO DIRECT SHIP TO WASHINGTON |
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