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You can tell by the above picture that the .308 version is a bit longer in the front to accommodate the AR308 platform.  More on this later...

There was much discussion in the firearms community that it was a copy of the Magpul but IMO there is quite a few differences.  The advantage of this stock over the Magpul PRS is that the LMT DMR can fit over a standard mil-spec carbine buffer tube (aka reciever extension tube).  Thus you can easily switch from a collapsible stock (like the SOPMOD) to the DMR very quickly.  The Magpul utilizes a rifle buffer tube so you are stuck with those type of buttstock.  The LMT DMR is also noticeably lighter than the Magpul.

Another aspect that people noticed was the adjustment knob.  There are two, one for elevating the cheekpiece:

The other for the LOP (length of Pull):

Rotating the knobs felt secure with a detent stop at various adjustment levels.  Once set to the desired setting, the adjustments held up solidly.  Here you can see the design of the cheekpiece, it's similar to the SOPMOD so it has a nice comfortable feel to it.

The 556 and 308 DMR's fit milspec buffer tubes.  For my builds I use LMT buffer tubes or from Advanced Technology International.  For these particular stocks they went onto LMT tubes.  Fit was just like my other AR's, snug with no play , in other words perfect!

With the cheekpiece raised:

The pad adjusted for a longer length of pull:

The LMT DMR stock features 2 QD (Quick Detach) mounts and can be used on either side.  I use the Gear Sector slings with some of my AR's so the QD attachment works fine with this stock.  I'm sure the other popular slings with standard QD's will work just as well.  Now let's fit one to a new build:

Slips over the buffer tube just like a collapsible stock:

When it hits the detent, you can use a round to press the lever down.  I used a pin punch to do this:

With the lever pressed down, you can slide it all the way forward to the castle nut:

With the stock fully forward the DMR is not locked:

Pull back on the stock and it will click onto the first adjustment hole of the carbine tube and lock in place:

You can confirm by the lever in the up position.  Note that if you require a longer LOP, the LMT DMR can be adjusted in 2 positions off the buffer tube.

With it locked in place, there is a slight gap.  This is to accommodate the variations of plates and castle nut sizing.





On the bottom of the LMT DMR stock is a compartment.  You can take a flat tool or use a round to open it up:

It reveals a 1913 Picatinney rail for a monopod.

Cover is soldi when it's on without any rattling.

Bottom view of the DMR:

As I said before IMO the LMT DMR is great!  As for the difference in the 556 and the 308, the 308 is a bit longer.  LMT makes the fantastic MWS rifle which uses their longer buffer tube.  The LMT MWS buffer tube is similar in length to the Vltor A5.  They chose this as the 308 bcg is longer than a .223/556 and requires a shorter buffer when used with a standard carbine tube.  With the longer MWS tube you can use carbine buffers.  So if you have a LMT MWS rifle, you can use the 556 stock but there will be a bigger gap as the 556 DMR stock is shorter.  The 308 stock can use either the standard milspec carbine tube or the MWS/A5 tube.  

Thanks DRMW for the review of the LMT DMR stock.  Looks well made and interesting to see how this compares to the Magpul PRS.  I like the fact that the LMT utlizes a carbine buffer so IMO it's more flexible to switch between a carbine/SBR configuration and a DMR/M16A4 longer barrel.  I recently picked up a UBR for a AR Recce build and quality is excellent but the stock is very heavy. 
What are your thoughts on a .308 AR?  I prefer a M1A or SR9 for this caliber over the AR platform.

Regards,
ED-209

I prefer my M1A over the AR10/LR308's.  The cool thing about the LR308 platform is that it is just like the AR15's,lots of aftermarket parts and modularity.

Love the M1A but you make a good point about modularity with the AR platform. 

BTW, have you seen the new version of the LMT Sopmod stock?  I have the original and it's great but I heard that there are small updates to it.  And then there's the B5 version that' half the price. 

Regards,
ED-209

Will post about the LMT Gen1 vs the Gen2 SOPMOD shortly!

B5 Systems is a good value.  I believe that when they first appeared on the market, they released the SOPMOD stocks which were rejected by the U.S. Army (even though they were the ones who provided the specs) and they had some fitment issues.  B5 currently sells the Bravo and SOPMOD for half the price of the LMT.  I don't own any B5 products but the ones I did try were good.  IMO my LMT SOPMODs fit tighter and were better constructed than the B5's I have handled.  Not sure if it was the fact that my LMT SOPMODS were mounted on LMT buffer tubes but many have reported great fit on the current B5's.

So if you want value, the B5's are good alternatives.  If you don't need the battery tubes and want a little more weight savings, get the B5 Bravo.  As for me, I'm sticking with the LMT SOPMOD!

-MW


This message has been edited by DRMW on 2014-05-12 13:28:45

I recently handled one of the Magpul PRS stocks.  I liked the ergonomics but it was heavier than expected.  My LMT 308 MWSE is already a stout fella.  I like that; LMT's build quality is exceptional in my opinion.  Are the big advantages of this new stock over the SOPMOD the extra adjustments it offers?  I like that rail under the bottom cover - great idea.

Appreciate you looking Mikey!  As you noticed, the Magpul PRS is a great stock but on the heavy side, the DMR is much much lighter.  Since you have a LMT 308 MWS, the DMR stock drops in (they sell a full kit or just the stock...in your case get just the 308 stock).  I got mines from C3 Armory who is an authorized LMT dealer and they were the only ones who had it available.  Not many places stock individual LMT parts.

Here's the advantage over the PRS, the DMR uses a milspec carbine type buffer tube (aka receiver extension).  There's 3 types of buffer tubes:  Rifle, Carbine, and the Vltor A5 style.  Technically it's more as the carbine comes in both milspec and commercial and then you got things like PWS pistol tubes but for the most part those are the lengths you have to consider.  The Vltor A5 is slightly longer than a carbine tube and shorter than the rifle tube.  The 308 is different on a AR based platform as the buffer is shorter than a carbine buffer.  With the LMT MWS it is the vltor A5 type length buffer tube so you can use a standard carbine buffer (H, H2, H3, etc...).  The PRS must use a rifle buffer tube so if you wanted to install a PRS onto a LMT 308 MWS you would have to change out to a rifle buffer tube, 308 rifle buffer, and new spring.  The 556 DMR will work on a MWS tube but the gap will be wider.  On the PRS, they sell a retro fit kit to make the 556 PRS fit for a 308 in case you bought or have the 556 PRS.

As the MWS can change out barrels to accommodate different barrels, you can go from a carbine to a long range easily on the LMT.  In the case you need a precision stock, the DMR would go on easily and quickly where the PRS would require tools and additional parts.  On my LMT's the castle nut is staked on so if it's your first time removing it, it can be a PITA plus you need the AR combo wrench or the spanner.

As for fitment, both the PRS and the DMR have a adjustable cheekpiece which helps with scoped guns as it usually sits higher off the upper receiver's top rail.  The larger scope objectives will obviously bring the scope up even more.  You should try to shoulder one prior to buying the PRS or DMR.  The AR 308 rifles have a longer charging handle coming back so the cheekpiece cannot be any closer relative to the receiver.  For some it may be uncomfortable when you place your cheek to the riser and have a short eye relief on your scope (anyone remember the old school Delta cheekpiece on the scoped carry handled Colt's?    ).

I don't use monopods but for those that do, the bottom rail is a useful feature.  One thing is that it's plastic not a metal rail.

Hopefully I explained it well, it's easier to show in person than to type it all out.  Let me know if you have any questions.  BTW, I will be doing a comparo of the Gen1 vs the current Gen2 SOPMOD stock soon.

-MW

I applaud your extensive knowledge on firearms and the AR platforms.  Much to learn for someone like me!

Agree, the LMT SOPMOD stock is great!  My knowledge is not that extensive, I'm just really into it as you are and always looking to improving.  Enjoy your MWSE!