Cadillac Gage Company / Eugene Stoner - USA
Manufacturer(s)
United States
Operators
1963
Service Year
United States
National Origin
AUTOMATIC FUNCTION
Features a mechanical function to automate the firing action.
FIRE SUPPORT
Capable of suppressing enemy elements at range through direct or in-direct fire.
SPECIAL FORCES
Qualities of this weapon have shown its value to Special Forces elements requiring a versatile, reliable solution for the rigors of special assignments.
SPECIAL PURPOSE
Special purpose weapon for a specially defined battlefield role.
1,023 mm
(40.28 inches)
Overall Length
508 mm
(20.00 inches)
Barrel Length
7.72 lb
(3.50 kg)
Empty Weight
Gas-Operated; Rotating Bolt
Action
ROTATING BOLT
System utilizes internal mechanism to lock the breech or rear barrel assembly prior to firing.
GAS-OPERATED
Gas-operated system is featured, typically involving a gas cylinder and rear-driven piston directing energy to the bolt component.
5.56x45mm NATO
Caliber(s)
May not represent an exhuastive list; Calibers may be model-specific dependent; Always consult official manufacturer sources.
30-round detachable box magazine; disintegrating link belt; 75-round drum
Rounds
Iron Front and Rear.
Sights
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1,800 feet
(549 meters | 600 yards)
Max Effective Range
700
Rounds-per-Minute
Rate-of-Fire
3,250 ft/sec
(991 m/sec)
Muzzle Velocity