KCI USA M1 CARBINE MAGAZINE - 30 CARB - 10 ROUND CAPACITY - 15 ROUND BODY - STEEL - BLACK
KCI USAThe KCI USA M1 Carbine Magazine delivers dependable, smooth feeding for your classic M1 or M2 Carbine chambered in .30 Carbine, built to California-compliant 10-round capacity in a standard 15-round steel body.
- California-compliant 10-round capacity housed in a 15-round steel body
- Compatible with M1 and M2 Carbine rifles chambered in .30 Carbine
- Durable steel construction with cation electrodeposition corrosion-resistant coating
- High-tensile music wire spring ensures consistent feed pressure and long service life
- Bolt hold-open follower locks slide back on the last round fired
- Drop-free design for fast, snag-free removal during reloads
Who This Is For
This magazine is ideal for M1 Carbine owners in California and other restricted-capacity states who want a reliable, mil-spec-inspired feeding solution without sacrificing build quality. Whether you're a collector keeping a classic rifle in action, a range shooter, or a hunter, the KCI USA M1 Carbine Magazine offers a compliant, no-compromise option that respects the heritage of the platform while meeting modern legal requirements.
Specifications
| Brand | KCI USA |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | M1 Carbine / M2 Carbine |
| Caliber | .30 Carbine |
| Capacity | 10 Rounds (15-Round Body) |
| Body Material | Steel |
| Spring Material | Music Wire (High-Tensile) |
| Finish | Cation Electrodeposition Coating |
| Follower | Bolt Hold-Open |
| Color | Black |
| Compliance | California 10-Round Blocked |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this magazine fit my specific M1 Carbine, including commercial or imported variants?
This KCI USA magazine is designed to fit standard M1 and M2 Carbine rifles chambered in .30 Carbine, including USGI-spec and most commercial variants. It follows original M1 Carbine magazine dimensions, so it should seat and feed reliably in the vast majority of M1 Carbine platforms. If your rifle has been modified or is an unusual import variant, we recommend verifying feed geometry before purchasing.
Why does this magazine have a 15-round body but only hold 10 rounds?
This magazine uses a standard 15-round steel body that has been permanently blocked to limit capacity to 10 rounds, making it compliant with California's magazine capacity restrictions. The blocking is factory-installed and is not intended to be reversible. You get the full ergonomic profile of the original magazine with a compliant round count.
How does the cation electrodeposition coating protect the magazine?
Cation electrodeposition (also known as e-coating) applies a uniform, electrically bonded protective layer across all metal surfaces, including interior areas difficult to coat by other methods. This provides excellent corrosion and rust resistance, making the magazine well-suited for regular range use and long-term storage. It also contributes to smooth feeding by reducing friction on the follower and spring.
- Caliber:
- 30 CARB
- Capacity:
- 10/15 Round
- Color:
- Black
- Follower Color:
- Black
- Type:
- Rifle Magazine
- CA Compliant:
- Yes
- Platform:
- M1 Carbine
- Material:
- Steel
Reviews
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KCI USA M1 CARBINE MAGAZINE
Awesome magazine, quality product. I will be back for more.
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M1 carbine 10 round magazine
Well constructed 15 round metal magazine that is updated to allow 10 rounds only. Perfect for California. Inserting rounds is easy. Fit was very good. Follower has bolt stop