The Barrett REC7 in direct-impingement configuration is a high-end American AR-15 with Barrett's own cold-hammer-forged barrel, ambidextrous lower receiver controls, and a slim M-LOK handguard. Barrett entered the civilian AR market with the REC7 as a premium American-made option. The REC7 DI uses direct impingement while the REC7 Gen II uses a piston system. Type: Rifle Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: 5.56x45mm NATO Capacity: 30 Year introduced: 2008, USA Weight: 112 oz Overall length: 35.5" Status: Active Intended use: military, law_enforcement, precision, sporting