Tavor X95 Upgrades & Accessories (Best Bullpup)
The IWI Tavor X95 is one of the best bullpup carbines out there. Here are the best Tavor X95 upgrades and accessories.
Adding some of these upgrades and accessories will make it better.
A great thing about this bullpup is that it offers the same ballistics as a traditional rifle but in a more compact package and a more balanced weight.
The Tavor X95 is not perfect though.
The factory trigger is not that good. They have long and heavy trigger pulls.
Reloading and magazine changes take some practice to do quickly with the Tavor X95. These rifles are also uncomfortable to fire in the prone position.
Good thing is that a lot of these problems can be fixed with some upgrades and accessories.
What is the Tavor X95?
The Tavor X95 is a newer and upgraded version of the original Tavor bullpup rifle. There are some enhancements that were made.
The ambidextrous magazine release was moved up to the same location where it would be on a traditional AR-15.
They added Picatinny rails on the forend and relocated the charging handle closer to where the center mass of the rifle is.
Also, the pistol grip can be swapped out to AR-15 style pistol grips and this opens the door to a lot more options and customizations. The bolt release has been made smaller and more low profile.
IWI offers the Tavor X95 in three different cailbers and also sells conversion kits.
- 5.56 Nato
- 300 Blackout
- 9 mm
This rifle is very well balanced and very reliable and durable.
The Tavor X95 is used by the IDF (Israeli Defense Forces) and has been combat-proven.
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IWI TAVOR X95 CURRENT MODELS IN PRODUCTION
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Best Tavor X95 Trigger
Even though the trigger has been improved on the X95 compared to the older model it still can be greatly improved upon.
The first Tavor X95 upgrade you should do is a better trigger.
This is where the Geissele Automatics Super Sabra Trigger shines.
Upgrading the trigger to the Geissele is one of the best parts to add to the Tavor X95. It completely changes the feel of the rifle when firing.
The trigger is way more crisp and lighter and I highly recommend this upgrade. It will take the trigger pull weight down to about 5 lbs.
The difference is very noticeable and the installation is very easy. This is a drop-in trigger pack for the Tavor X95.
Your accuracy will be greatly improved and you will be able to shoot quicker while still maintaining that accuracy.
The Geissele Super Sabra Trigger is definitely one of the vest upgrades you can add to your Tavor X95 and it is quick and easy.
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Best Tavor X95 Handguard
There are two downsides to the factory handguard. It isn’t offered in M-Lok and while shouldering the rifle your optic and sights sit too low.
With a natural cheek well you will want to have a riser for your sights or optic. Or you can just replace your handguard with the Manticore Arms X95 Cantilever Forend and will solve both of these issues.
Adding this is a nice Tavor X95 upgrade.
Another great thing about upgrading to this handguard is it also makes your barrel free-floating which will increase accuracy.
This handguard eliminates the need for a riser and gives you M-Lok mounting capability. It also has integrated QD sling mounts.
It is easy to install and rock solid. Getting rid of polymer and having a metal handguard is also a plus.
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Best Tavor X95 Optics
When going through the best Tavor X95 upgrades you must have a great optic.
There are two main optic setups that I recommend for the Tavor X95. They are both excellent choices and it comes down to personal preference and your own environment.
Elcan Specter
The Elcan Specter is a premium optic and you definitely get what you pay for when it comes to rifle optics and scopes. It is extremely rugged, durable, and versatile.
This is a battle prove optic that gives you all the advantages of a red dot and a scope.
The Elcan Specter has a throw lever that will quickly change the magnification from 1x to 4x. This allows you to engage targets at different distances rapidly.
The reticle is set for the 5.56 mm round and it also has BDC (bullet drop compensation).
This is a heavy optic but with the Tavor X95 having most of its weight in the rear on the butt end, it doesn’t cause any issues making the rifle front heavy.
If you want the best optic when upgrading your Tavor X95, then the Elcan Specter is the way to go. This is honestly one of the best Tavor X95 upgrades you can do.
Here is my full review of the Elcan Specter if you want to check it out.
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EOTech EXPS3-4 With G33 Magnifier
When it comes to holographic sights the EOTech offers one of the best options. These optics are what I recommend to anyone that has astigmatism.
They are battle-proven and combat tested.
This is also a heavier setup but with the way the Tavor X95 is balanced this is not an issue. The weight is centered on the rifle and it doesn’t make it front heavy.
The magnifier also gives you the ability to see farther and lets you engage targets at distance more accurately.
It is also night vision capable a perfect option for the Tavor X95.
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Best Tavor X95 Iron Sights
If you decide to swap out your handguard to the Manticore Arms X95 Cantilever Forend you will lose the iron sights that come with the Tavor X95 because they are integrated into the factory handguard.
Some people are starting to move away from backup iron sights because of how reliable optics are today.
I still also like having a good set of backup sights on my rifles.
There are a lot of aftermarket options to fix this but personally, I love the Magpul MBUS Pros and think they are one of the best accessories for this.
They are metal but still lightweight and very robust.
There is plenty of adjustment and they are also popup sights that can be folded down when not being used.
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Best Tavor X95 Weapon Light
I am a huge proponent of having a good weapon light on a rifle. Especially one that is set up for a primary self-defense rifle.
You can only shoot what you see and will need a weapon light to identify your targets at night or in a low light scenario.
This is why one of the best Tavor X95 upgrades is a weapon light.
Surefire M600
For this, I recommend the Surefire M600. This is one of the best and brightest weapon lights on the market. It has been tried and true and is the primary light that I use on all of my rifles.
The Surefire M600 has been around for a while and is still used by many people for good reason. It’s simply the best weapon light.
With 1000 lumens and good battery life it will easily light up any targets downrange to help you properly identify.
It is extremely reliable, water-resistant, and rugged.
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To activate the Surefire M600 I like using the pressure switch. This is not required but is the best setup.
Surefire Pressure Switch
The Surefire Pressure switch attaches to the tail cap of the weapon light. This gives you the ability to have momentary on and off. The tail cap pressure switch also has a constant on button.
This is the quickest way to activate your Surefire M600 without having to adjust or move your hands out of the firing position.
The force it takes to activate the weapon light is just the right amount and the construction is very well made and well thought out.
This is the absolute best Tavor X95 upgrade for a weapon light mount setup.
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Arisaka Defense Inline Mount
The best way to mount the light is with the Arisaka Defense Inline Mount. This mount is very low profile and allows you to have the Surefire M600 as close as possible to the rifle.
This mount keeps your light in close and prevents it from snagging on anything.
It is simple and rock solid.
The Inline Mount also brings the light more forward to prevent a large shadow of the muzzle from being cast.
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Cloud Defensive LCS
Now to mount the pressure switch you will need the Cloud Defensive LCS.
This is by far my favorite way to mount the Surefire pressure switch. It is extremely low-profile and works great.
There are also channels underneath the mount that allow you to route the wire for good cable management.
The pressure switch fits securely into the mount. This is the best way to mount a weapon light switch.
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Best Tavor X95 Accessories
Here are some of the best accessories for the Tavor X95 in addition to the main ones I listed above. Some of these are optional and personal preferences but they are the best Tavor X95 upgrades that can be easily added to your rifle.
Magpul MVG
Adding a Vertical foregrip will give you more control when shooting but more importantly I use it as a reference point when holding the rifle.
It acts as a place to grip the handguard that will line my hand up perfectly with the pressure switch for my weapon light.
The Magpul MVG is my go-to vertical grip.
It’s simple and works as intended.
I also love the rubberized texture and the length it protrudes from the handguard is perfect.
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Hand Stop
Having a hand stop serves two purposes. One to prevent your hand from overreaching towards the muzzle. Secondly to uses as support when shooting off barricades.
The Phase 5 Weapon Systems Micro Stop is perfect for this.
It is very solid and robust. The hand stop does not get in the way and is a perfect size.
Low profile is how I tend to keep all of my accessories on the Tavor X95 and this upgrade is great for that.
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Weapon Sling
A good weapon sling is super important. It serves as a way to keep your rifle secured to you and a way to holster your rifle essentially.
The best sling is the Blue Force Gear Vickers Combat Sling
The adjustments can be made easily and quickly just by pulling on the tab. It is great for shoulder transitions and can be tightened when making more accurate shots at a distance.
This sling is also made in a bunch of different colors and camo patterns.
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QD Sling Mounts
To mount the sling you will need a way to attach it to the rifle. The Tavor X95 has QD slots in the stock and the Manticore Arms X95 Cantilever mount has these slots in the front.
The beat QD swivel mounts are the Magpul QD Sling Swivels.
You will need two of these to add to your sling so it can be securely attached to your rifle.
These also make it easy to add or remove your sling when you are not using it.
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Extra Magazines
Having extra magazines is a must for any rifle. The good thing about the Tavor X95 is that it takes standard AR-15 style mags.
I personally like using the Magpul PMAGs Gen 3 with the window.
These magazines are very consistent and fit into mag wells perfectly. They feed reliably and are fairly priced. (Even in today’s market)
I also like to stock up on PMAGs when I can.
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COMPLETE LIST OF ITEMS MENTIONED
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- Tavor X95
- Geissele Automatics Super Sabra Trigger
- Manticore Arms X95 Cantilever Forend
- Elcan Specter
- EOTech EXPS3-4 With G33 Magnifier
- Magpul MBUS Pros
- Surefire M600
- Surefire Pressure switch
- Arisaka Defense Inline Mount
- Cloud Defensive LCS
- Magpul MVG
- Phase 5 Weapon Systems Micro Stop
- Blue Force Gear Vickers Combat Sling
- Magpul QD Sling Swivels
- Magpul PMAGs Gen 3
Nice article, but I disagree with some of your items. The Manticore handguard is very oversized, and not that holdable. The Raised Picatinny Rail is good, but you can get a shorter riser Picatinny rail and keep the stock flip up sights. If you must change the rail, check out BLK LBL they make a great handguard, and if price is no object, they have one with a built-in bipod that is fantastic. It accepts stock and Manticore overlord Picatinny rails. The Lancer magazines are much better than the MagPul (even the 3-window gen) Solid, and transparent colors make it great to categorize your ammo for shooting and have metal lips. One note on the Longbow trigger (around $99) cheaper on sales, it is a far better option as it reduces the take-up (adjustable) and has a much better wall, best bang for the buck. The trigger pack is good to, but costs 3.5x more, cheaper on sales. Both will get you to the 3lb trigger pull.
3rd pic in the article – what is that grip and foregrip?
It appears to be a Desert tech MDRX with a micron fire grip.
Great conducive list of upgrades. One thing to note is the X95 already weighs about 8lbs. (Average AR is closer to 6lbs). The X95 weight starts to add up even more with all these upgrades / accessories…. One thing to consider given the unloaded start weight of 7.9 – 8lbs. (On a personal side note, I believe the Tavor X95 18.5” barrel version is the way to go. Better balance and velocity. With after market upgrades you can also go with 18.5” barrel and still make overall gun the same overall length as the 16” version. No brainer to just go with the 18.5” in my opinion.