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AK-styled
M16
Distinguishing Features
Originating from copious US stockpiles in the area, especially the M16A1 version
In the case of EAOs it sometimes sports wooden, possibly handmade, handguards and is the result of recent acquisitions
Ammunition
5.56 x 45mm
Weight
3.1kg, with fully loaded magazine 4kg
Length
N/A
Range
300m (effective)
Manufacturer
Multiple (USA)
User
Police, EAOs
Details
M16A2
Ribbed handguard–thinner than the M16A1’s
Adjustable rear sights
Norinco’s Type CQ (or CQ5,56)
Pistol-shaped trigger handgrip
Peculiar shape of the stock’s lower part
More visibly ribbed handguards
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