Tavor FAQ (updated 08 December, 2008)

Anyone know what a few sellers mean by a Tavor Detav-21?

I've found 2 different sellers using this id for the gun, is that the version without the flip up sights?

I want to make sure its the Tar-21 I want.

Also, if I'm getting a Tar-21, should I pay less and skip the detachable iron sights since I'll be putting my own sights on? Or do you suggest I pay a bit extra and get the one with detachable sights.
 
tavtastic said:
Anyone know what a few sellers mean by a Tavor Detav-21?

I've found 2 different sellers using this id for the gun, is that the version without the flip up sights?

I want to make sure its the Tar-21 I want.

Also, if I'm getting a Tar-21, should I pay less and skip the detachable iron sights since I'll be putting my own sights on? Or do you suggest I pay a bit extra and get the one with detachable sights.
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I wish I could of skipped the sights and sling for a lower price. Kelly's has them for $2390.
 
Hey guys quick question for anyone that may know I have a tavor gen 2 and I just noticed that it says chambered in 223. now considering it is a military assault rifle this is the model made in Israel I was under the impression that this is chambered in 556 is it harmful to the rifle to shoot 556 through it Ideally the XM 855 green tip?
 
Zastava said:
Hey guys quick question for anyone that may know I have a tavor gen 2 and I just noticed that it says chambered in 223. now considering it is a military assault rifle this is the model made in Israel I was under the impression that this is chambered in 556 is it harmful to the rifle to shoot 556 through it Ideally the XM 855 green tip?
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Look way up at the beginning of this thread. Basically 5.56mm but marked .223 for import purposes.
 
Zastava said:
Hey guys quick question for anyone that may know I have a tavor gen 2 and I just noticed that it says chambered in 223. now considering it is a military assault rifle this is the model made in Israel I was under the impression that this is chambered in 556 is it harmful to the rifle to shoot 556 through it Ideally the XM 855 green tip?
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First off, it's a sporter rifle based off the iwi tavor issued to the idf, not an assault rifle. As towards the ammo, there hasn't been a single round (note: brand, steel cased, surplus, NATO standard etc.) that it won't cycle, at least in my experience, the barrels are stamped 223 for export reasons I believe, but are still beefed up and can take some very hot loads without issue. The gun also has a very violent action on er too. I have even chambered rounds with slightly crushed shoulders on the case. So by all means run 556 through it.

Edit: sorry I should have said it's stamped 223 but is a 556 barrel.
 
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Luis1 said:
First off, it's a sporter rifle based off the iwi tavor issued to the idf, not an assault rifle. As towards the ammo, there hasn't been a single round (note: brand, steel cased, surplus, NATO standard etc.) that it won't cycle, at least in my experience, the barrels are stamped 223 for export reasons I believe, but are still beefed up and can take some very hot loads without issue. The gun also has a very violent action on er too. I have even chambered rounds with slightly crushed shoulders on the case. So by all means run 556 through it.
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Thank you
 
Great info on here.

My problem is this, x95 or Tavor Tar-21

If I can score the Tavor Tar-21 without sights/sling, its 2300ish, I'll be putting my own sights on it.

I personally like the look of the Tar-21 over the x95. Personal preference of course, I also know the Tar-21 has been around the block for a while now, while the x95 is new.

Are they going to stop producing the Tar-21...I guess I'm concerned I wont be able to get my hands on a new one soon if I wait too long.
 
The x95 is not as new as you think, at least military wise. The idf have had it in circulation for a little while now, as they are slowly phasing out the 21, and some units are getting the x95 as a replacement. I personally live my tavor 21. I love how it feels and the balance of it. Plus I have to agree with you that I think the 21 looks better than the x95.
 
You feed the paracord through the hole then tie a big knot on the end so it cant pull back through is how you do the back then the front clips to the hole in the front pin

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Stole a online pic from TV-Presspass :)
 
Paracord is the proper way to go and as it was originally designed. After you have adjusted the paracord loop for the correct length and knotted it, remove it from the rifle. Take a lighter and heat up the knot, which will fuse or melt it together permanently. After cooling, install it back onto your rifle and attach the sling. You will never have to worry about the knot becoming undone and causing your rifle to drop.

For the complete and original look, check out Zahal or iWeapons on eBay for IDF type slings.
 
Foker1337 said:
Anyone done something similar? How have you gotten into the transfer bar section?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUDc9wKoQgM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqmlHImTCEI
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If you're referring to the mag release transfer bars that caused the failure, they are next to the barrel. You'd have to remove the foregrip and barrel assembly.

If you're referring to the rest of the chassis, you'd have to punch out a significant pile of rollpins. Refer to the Tavor and X95 Armorers Manual which can be found online.
 
Foker1337 said:
Anyone done something similar? How have you gotten into the transfer bar section?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUDc9wKoQgM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqmlHImTCEI
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The first video, I've seen that mag thing before, with all the rounds falling out. That's a mag failure, not a rifle failure. The spring got stuck. But all the trouble he had releasing the mag was pretty bad. I doubt the trigger mag release of the original Tavor would have had that issue. But how many shooters here fire their rifles under such conditions to even care?
 
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